For those who aren't familiar with him, Tony Duquette is legendary for being a preeminent American interior designer, sculptor, and jewelry designer. His name lives on through his partnership with Hutton Wilkinson who now serves as the owner, creative director, and president of Tony Duquette, Inc. Under Hutton's brilliant guidance, the company produces exquisite fine jewelry, home furnishings for Baker, textiles for Jim Thompson, as well as decor and tabletop accessories under the Tony Duquette trademark. To learn more about Tony and the evolution of his art and business, be sure to get the following books: More Is More: Tony Duquette
and Tony Duquette
. Thanks to Hutton, the books are beautiful and together they offer a more complete glimpse into the late designer's world.Finally, be sure to log in for One Kings Lane's Tony Duquette Tastemaker Tag Sale tomorrow, March 5 beginning at 8am PT. Until then, take a look at the "Meet Our Tastemakers" slideshow on the OKL site...it shows some great snapshots of Tony and his work!
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| The interior of Dawnridge. "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| Tracy Porter, Ronda Carman, Hutton Wilkinson, Lori Dennis, and Scot Meacham Wood. "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| Festive lunch table, complete with gold flatware and vibrant SFERRA linens. "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| Clint Smith, Editorial Director of Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles magazine, me, and Scot Meacham Wood. I didn't have much of a chance to chat with Clint, but I had the pleasure of sitting by Scot at lunch and he is nothing short of fantastic! "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| Ronda Carman, Cassandra LaValle, and Fred Iberri. "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| Ronda and Jan Showers "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| Not a detail was missed...even the wait staff looked fabulous! "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| Dawnridge, aka Malachite heaven! "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| More Is More: Tony Duquette and Tony Duquette "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| I LOVE this doorway and rug. The curtains were created with a fabric that Hutton designed. I believe it was called Ermine...whatever it's called, it's stunning. "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| "SFERRA’s 120th Celebration at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge" Photos by Andreas Branch for Patrick McMullan |
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| This was taken with my iPhone...which explains the bad quality! |
Absolutely amazing place isn't it? I wish there were more shots of the exterior. The grounds are breathtaking...I literally felt like I was in some exotic locale. Like I said before, the luncheon was a truly memorable experience and I'm so thankful to Ronda and Hutton for being such wonderful hosts.
Lastly, be sure to tune into the One Kings Lane's Tony Duquette Tastemaker Tag Sale tomorrow, March 5 starting at 8am PT!
