1 Swans’ Way
Two brass swans appear anchored to white coral in these circa-1965 Italian candlesticks (16″ h. x 7″ diam.), each fitted with a holder for a taper. $1,200 for the pair, John Salibello, 2309 Montauk Hwy., Bridgehampton, 631-537-1484, johnsalibello.com.
2 Shell Game
You could comb the beaches from Westhampton to Montauk and still not come upon a shell as fantastical as this one, hand-carved from a single piece of balsa wood (26″ w. x 13″ d.). $895, Berns Fry, 917-453-1626, bernfryltd.com.
3 Good Catch
Flavio Poli (1900–84) was one of the most skilled designers to work with Murano glassblowers. This circa-1960 fish vase (12″ h. x 10″ diam.) features russet, amber, and clear hues. $1,800, Mary Ann Lembo, 516-455-4152, maryannlemboantiques.com.
4 Gone Fishing
A school of fish swims across the surface of this circa-1880 English pine chest of drawers (43½” h. x 42″ w. x 20″ d.). The golden paper fish are decoupaged against a japanned background. $3,950, English Country Antiques, 26 Snake Hollow Rd., Bridgehampton, 631-537-0606, ecantiques.com.
5 Coral Collectible
This piece of natural white coral (17″ h. x 17″ w. x 16″ d.) dates from the early 20th century and brings a sculptural element to a tabletop or bookshelf. $1,500, Donna Parker Habitat, 710 Montauk Hwy., Water Mill, 631-726-9311, habitatltd.com.