Since 1976, Department 56 has been a leader in the giftware, collectibles and holiday decorating industry. Department 56's world-class artists and designers, whose art represents distinct cultural and holiday themes, create beautiful works that are emotionally inspiring and educational. The diversity of visions and expressions illustrated in these original works mirrors the broad mosaic of our rich American culture and is the basis for Department 56 Designs' Collectibles.
November 20, 2009
November 18, 2009
New Brand: Thomas Blackshear
Thomas Blackshear creates Afro-Nouveau styled sculptures, ornaments, and home accents which celebrate the pride of heritage and beauty of African Americans through multi-dimensional portraits filled with the richness of relationships and the power of faith.
October 28, 2009
New Brand: Ravenscroft
Ravenscroft Crystal is the embodiment of old-world European craftsmanship and a modern understanding of how the composition and shape of a wine glass can significantly enhance the tasting experience. Their designs, developed out of the deepest respect for great wine, are handcrafted in nearly 30 different styles. Each is individually crafted to enhance both the bouquet and taste of the wine or spirit for which it was made. The Ravenscroft Sommelier Collection decanters are available in shapes & sizes to meet all the needs of the world’s fine wine - from half bottles to 20 bottle formats.
October 27, 2009
New Brand: Byers Choice
In the late 1960's, Joyce Byers started making what has come to be known as Byers' Choice Carolers out of her desire to create holiday decorations that showed a respect for timeless traditions and her own memories of Christmas. Now a family business, Joyce and her family work with their team of nearly two hundred trained artisans to create each Byers' Choice Caroler with a unique appearance. Every Byers Choice Caroler is hand-crafted in Pennsylvania to bring the special warmth and traditions of Christmas into your home.
October 22, 2009
New Brand: Boehm Porcelain
Boehm porcelain is known the world over for its floral home decor, its religious sculptures and fine art renditions of birds and wildlife. M. Boehm is the artisan studio founded by sculptor Edward and wife Helen Boehm in 1950. It is today recognized as one of the world’s foremost porcelain studios. Boehm fine porcelain sculptures feature open collection and limited edition collectibles, as well as historically-commissioned pieces are created by highly skilled artisans in the same Trenton, New Jersey studio in which the company was founded. Art from the Boehm studio has been presented to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Pope John Paul II, Mikhail Gorbachev and every U.S. President since Dwight Eisenhower. Boehm Porcelain is currently showcased globally in the homes of discerning collectors and celebrities as well as the world’s foremost museums and galleries including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Hermitage, the Smithsonian, the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the Tokyo National Museum, the Israel Museum, the Singapore Art Museum and the Abdine Palace in Cairo. Last but not least, Boehm porcelain is the only American art form to have two dedicated rooms in the Vatican Museum in Rome.
October 6, 2009
New Brand: The Comic Art of Guillermo Forchino
The Comic Art of Guillermo Forchino features an eclectic range of multi-media automobiles, planes and motorcycles each embellished with the artist's clever sense of humor and strong satirical wit. Every Sculpture is individually hand numbered and wrapped in a unique Forchino newspaper. Enclosed in each package is a booklet with the Forchino autobiography and pictures of Forchino's collection. A certificate of authenticity completes each package.
September 30, 2009
New Brand: Portmeirion
Created by artist Susan Williams-Ellis, Portmeirion Potteries has a long tradition of quality materials, elegant designs, and extensive collections. Within Portmeirion, individual lines take their inspiration from seasonal changes, birdlife, landscapes, and most famously botanical gardens!
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