Hanson Galleries Grapevine

 
Cool work for
the hot summer
Vol 7, Issue 11
Aug 2013
Sarosi Diamond PinPdt
Pin/pendant with intricate design and diamond accents.

Best Selection of Antique Gaming Chips EVER! 

Gaming Chips, also known as Gambling Counters, were hand carved about 200-250 years ago.   Inge Sarosi finds these antique pieces and then designs and makes it into a piece of jewelry.  She has sent us all of her pieces in order to have a major showing of her remaining work before she retires.  Included are many prize pieces that she had stored away.  We have never had this much selection before in our 30 years of doing business with her. 
Sarosi C709 Long Pearls
Deeply carved chip is designed on a very long triple pearl necklace that slips over the head.
The chips themselves are found in estate sales throughout Europe. The supply is now extremely limited. Inge sets all of her work in 14k gold, giving it a very flattering, classic presence. In this large collection are many pieces with initials and family crests which were custom made for specific individuals.  

The chips were carved between about 1730 and 1870. Originally used in card and dice games (much like modern poker chips) they became "unfashionable" when the games changed to whist and bridge in the mid to late 1800's. The most elaborate carving is the most modern.

Saos iC707 Stacked


If you ever thought you wanted a piece of this history, now is the time to make a selection or add a complimentary piece to your personal collection.  Both stores have many pendants, necklaces, enhancers, earrings, bracelets and rings.  We invite you to come in and see this extraordinary collection.  See more here.

Several of the bracelets and necklaces have tourmaline, black onyx, topaz or emerald beading.  The mother-of-pearl lends itself beautifully to fresh water pearl combinations.

For this unusual special event we will still offer the opportunity to use our lay-a-way plan.  What a lovely holiday present it would make! 

Herkimer Diamonds


Walther HErk Ear
We have just received a collection of Herkimer Diamond jewelry set in sterling silver.  Herkimer Diamonds were first found in and around Herkimer County, New York in the late 18th century.  These quartz crystals formed extremely slowly in cavities of rock. 

They have 18 facets (sides) and two terminations (pointed ends).  The double terminations and the cage settings allow energy to flow more freely throughout the crystal. Herkimer crystals are harder than regular quartz and reflect light more like a diamond.  Many of the New York crystals are known for their extreme clarity.


New Age belief systems claim a variety of mystical powers to the Herkimer.  Our current stock includes pendants and earrings. 
 

New work from
Seattle Glassblowing Studio


Goodman Blue Vase
This well known handblown glass studio in downtown Seattle features state-of-the-art glassblowing equipment.  They create all of their artwork from recycled glass that would otherwise end up in their community landfills.

The Studio itself was founded in 1991 by Cliff Goodman who attended the famous Pilchuck School.  Currently his artwork is featured in collections around the world.  We are pleased to be able to present some of their latest work at our Post Oak location.  See other pieces on our website.

Ikebanas useful for this
flowering season

Donleavy Ikebana
Ikebana vases are named for the   Japanese style of flower arranging also called Ikebana.  Several of our artists make them,  but these crystalline beauties seem to be the most popular.  Modest in size (and price), these colorful pieces are perfect to enhance the cream of your garden's crop.

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Color block silk shawl

Tolani Brite Squares
The lovely colors of this shawl will delight your eyes as the softly woven silk delights your skin. 
Its generous    28"x80" size is versatile and flattering.   The color block pattern will look smashing over almost any solid colored outfit.  Check out our other pattern choices

"Dazzle" is its name!
Focal point is its job!


Jere Dazzle
Metal wall art continues to excite our customers and this latest delivery has created quite a stir.  The handpainted steel artwork measures 39" in diameter and is available at both locations.  See more of this type of work here. 

Hours and directions 

 

The Centre at Post Oak 

5000 Westheimer, Ste 106

713-552-1242 

Mon-Fri 10-8

Sat 10-6

 

Memorial City Mall 

746 Memorial City

713-984-1242

(Gessner at I-10, inside the mall between Starbuck's and Penny's)

Mon-Sat 10-9

Both locations closed Sundays



To all friends of the gallery:

We value your business!  The new Rewards Card
 is the way we show you our appreciation.

We hope you have some fun filling up your 6-box card and even more fun spending your rewards.   
Our summer promotion is still good through August:  Bring in a friend or relative and whatever they buy we will put on their new rewards card and also put that same amount on yours!

Art, Donna, Larry and your friends at Hanson Galleries
        

Hanson Galleries Rewards Card Guidelines

How it works:


a) After 6 visits, we add up your total purchases and give you 10% of
that number as credit on your next purchase
b) Each box entry refers to total purchases of one day
c) Card must remain in store
d) You may have a rewards card active at both locations
e) Applies to all sales at regular price
f) Retroactive credit for previous purchases cannot be given
g) Lay-a-way sales will be credited when paid in full
h) Excludes pieces from special artist shows
i) Rewards card has no cash value

Jewelry Club Card:

You will not lose your current credit. It's not too late to bring in any and all valid jewelry club cards to be converted by us to the new Rewards Card. The Jewelry Club card will be
phased out.

The benefit to our Jewelry Club card customers will be that you will
now have the ability to use the new Rewards Card on all types of merchandise in the store. 
 

Rewards Card's starting date was 5-16-2013