The facade and original rooms of the 233-year-old Stafford Hedges house remain intact although it has been expanded at back. At right, a small sun room was added by previous owners.
Durell Godfrey
The silver accents on this vintage
biscuit barrel (cookies to you Yanks) bring it out of the pantry. It can also hold ice. Circa 1900 and English, of course. One of a collection. $265. English Country Antiques, 26 Snake Hollow Road, Bridgehampton. Photo by Durell Godfrey
HORSY SET (2 of 5)
This hunt club box makes an elegant desk accessory or a great hiding place for whatnots. $42. Horse Haven, 36 Hampton Road, Southampton. Photo by Durell Godfrey
GREAT GRAPHICS (3 of 5)
Irony in a box. Fun for holding whatever you are afraid of losing, this joyous reimagined cigar box might hold a fabulous gift of jewels at holiday time! $18. Parrish Museum Gift Shop, 25 Job’s Lane, Southampton. Photo by Durell Godfrey
SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL (4 of 5)
Burl box, for designer salt, clicks shut to keep out humidity. Stash your diamonds or gold nuggets. A great desktop object, as well. $68. Turpan, 55 Main Street, East Hampton. Photo by Durell Godfrey
STAMP OF APPROVAL! (5 of 5)
Because we still need to mail things, a charming house for rolls of stamps, easily found on a busy desk. $30. McKenzie-Childs, 31 Main Street, Southampton, London Jewelers, 2 Main Street, East Hampton. Photo by Durell Godfrey
Handmade, handsome wood trunks — for stowing riding gear at the stable or traveling to horse shows — can also hold linens, toys, or towels. Prices vary depending on specifications (starting at $850). Brennan’s Bit and Bridle, 42 Snake Hollow Road, Bridgehampton Commons, Bridgehampton. Photo by Durell Godfrey
Hampton Classic (2 of 9)
Vintage brass horses can be used as bookends, door stops, or as ornaments facing each other on a stately mantel. $600 for the pair. English Country Antiques, 26 Snake Hollow Road, Bridgehampton. Photo by Durell Godfrey
Chestnut Mare (3 of 9)
Life-size horse, crafted from driftwood. Made to order, of course. $12,000 to $16,000. Ramany Kramoris, 41 Main Street, Sag Harbor. Photo by Durell Godfrey
Horse Blanket (4 of 9)
Washable cotton rendition of a classic equine advertisement. Throw it on a couch, hang it on a wall, or take it on a picnic. $75. Tack Trunk, 137 Main Street, Amagansett. Photo by Durell Godfrey
Clearing the Bar (5 of 9)
Hand-painted wine goblets, commemorating show jumpers. Several color variations available. $33. Horse Haven, 621 Hampton Road, Southampton. Photo by Durell Godfrey
Brass Bit (6 of 9)
With a traditional spur knocker, this antique Victorian brass piece is one of a collection. $325. Ruby Beets, 25 Washington Street, Sag Harbor. Photo by Durell Godfrey
Do the Pony (7 of 9)
Delightful young horse on washable looped rug. Great for mudroom, stable office, or horse-crazy kids room. $ 31.99. The Elegant John, 74 Montauk Highway, The Red Horse Plaza, East Hampton. Photo by Durell Godfrey
FOLKY (8 of 9)
Palomino horse pillow makes a nifty accent on a couch or cozy chair. A country look for sure, but the velvet background takes it to the city. $140. Annyx, 150 Main Street, Sag Harbor. Photo by Durell Godfrey
Hot to Trot (9 of 9)
Real-looking boots on a sturdy stand hold walking sticks, umbrellas, and the occasional crop. $185. Rumrunner Home, 330 Montauk Highway, Wainscott. Photo by Durell Godfrey
An unfinished quilt was on the sewing table in Sydney Albertini’s living room. Below, the ceramic dinnerware Ms. Albertini designs and paints, every piece unique, is sold at Barneys, among other locations.
Carissa Katz
John Birch’s decision to have an exhibit of work by Hans Wegner and Johannes Hansen at his store Wyeth in Sagaponack inspired him to open a second branch at the old Plitt Ford dealership in Wainscott.
Catherine Tandy Photos
A sculpture of blue-glass pebbles by Maya Lyn is a centerpiece of Edwina von Gal’s garden, featured in Guild Hall’s Garden as Art tour on Saturday.
Durell Godfrey
A stainless-steel orb of an oil lamp is terribly chic for tabletop or floating in the pool or pond. $90. Unlimited Earth Care, 2249 Scuttlehole Road, Bridgehampton. Photo by Durell Godfrey
TWO IF BY SEA (2 of 8)
Essential in a hurricane kit (and a little campy in design), this sealed camping lantern will actually float. $29.99. Kmart, Bridgehampton Commons, Bridgehampton. Photo by Durell Godfrey
STORMY WEATHER (3 of 8)
A classic hurricane tube fits over most candles. The glass base keeps things tidy. Tube, $9.99; candle, $9.99; base, $2.99. Sag Harbor Variety Store, 45 Main Street, Sag Harbor. Photo by Durell Godfrey
FIESTA FOREVER (4 of 8)
This tabletop ceramic oil lamp, hand-painted in Mexico, has a convenient little cap is attached. Other colors available. $60. Spielberg Garden Shop, 500 Pantigo Road, East Hampton. Photo by Durell Godfrey
HOT STUFF (5 of 8)
This stylish cast-iron fire bowl, for beach or patio, has two handles for portability. $465. Design Within Reach, 30 Park Place, East Hampton. Photo by Durell Godfrey
NEW FLAME (6 of 8)
Bugs are not welcome on a romantic date. Fit citronella tea lights in your favorite holders and spread them around the grounds. $10 for a bag of 25. General Home Store, 100 Park Place, East Hampton. Photo by Durell Godfrey
UNUSUAL (7 of 8)
Nifty colors and textures add interesting features to candle light. Sturdy and easy to handle they are a fresh take on the usual votive holders. $20. each color. InHome, 132 Main Street, Sag Harbor. Photo by Durell Godfrey
COPPER TONE (8 of 8)
An oil lamp in copper will cast a glow that is hard to resist. $19.99. Lynch's Garden Center. 175 North Sea Road, Southampton. Photo by Durell Godfrey
This family doesn’t understand why anyone would prefer an ocean view.