Master Craftsman: Eric Messin, Jeweler, Silversmith

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The ability to create fine, handcrafted pieces requires a combination of innate talent, dedication and years of training, but true standout artisans often bring a secret ingredient to this time-honored formula. For custom jeweler and silversmith Eric Messin, working within Southampton Historical Museum’s Pelletreau Silver Shop might be an essential part of the mix. At…
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Always Be Closing: A Stunner in Southampton

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Quality and craftsmanship never go out of style! A serene gated compound in Southampton closed for $7 million on Thursday, February 6. Represented by Michaela Keszler of Douglas Elliman Real Estate (Marcos Cohen, also of Douglas Elliman, brought the buyer), this modern, creative estate was a collaboration between designer John Vancheri and architect Robert Ortmann…
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The Academy Awards, Hamptons Style

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The 92nd Academy Awards will honor the best and brightest from the year in movies this Sunday, February 9. The East End is filled with recognizable film talent, from actors to musicians to directors. Check out these Hamptonites who have Oscar cred, and watch the ceremony this weekend. Alec Baldwin was nominated for Best Supporting…
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Forever Fordune on Jule Pond

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The wedding of the century took place July 13, 1940. At least that’s the way the war-weary press reported on the marriage of pretty blonde Anne McDonnell to Henry Ford II. Life magazine reported, “Two great U.S. industrial fortunes were joined in Southampton, Long Island, on July 13…” The Ford family hardly needs introduction. Henry…
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Sleeping Beauty on Mill Pond Lane

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This grande dame has been around town a bit. She was originally built in 1885 on Deerfield Road, then was moved to Montauk Highway around 1901. Under threat of development, she was moved again in 1974, roughly 200 yards, to her current location on Mill Pond Lane. Because of these moves, “We had to put…
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