Notes on Collecting
Guides, histories and things worth knowing — about the makers we carry, the objects worth chasing, and Baltimore's own corner of the antiques world.
A Buyer's Guide to Piero Fornasetti's Book Motif
What the "Libri" designs are, why they're collectible, and what to look for.
Read MoreWhere to Find Real Antiques in Baltimore
A guide to antiquing around the city, and what makes Mount Royal different.
Coming SoonBaccarat vs. Waterford: What's the Difference?
Two great crystal houses, two different histories — how to tell them apart.
Coming SoonHow to Style a Bar Cart Like a Design Icon
Lessons from Jacques Adnet-style carts, and what actually belongs on one.
Coming SoonCollecting Italian Postmodern Design: Where to Start
Memphis Group, postmodern chairs, and why the category is heating up.
Coming SoonThe Story Behind Richard Ginori
Italy's oldest porcelain house, and how to spot the real thing.
Coming SoonTopics chosen to match Mount Royal's real inventory (Fornasetti, Baccarat, Waterford, Richard Ginori, Italian postmodern furniture) — built for search traffic from people researching these exact makers and pieces, not generic design content.
