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12 defiance // shop product + sustainability

comprehensive look at product shops in Red Hook, Brooklyn, and their focus on art, sculpture, and sustainable methods of production.
( 718) 554 6147 wed to thurs noon to 6 pm

388van brunt st

Specializing in antique jewelry, sculpture, and furniture, this boutique offers a unique opportunity to collect a piece of history. The items date back to the 18th century and continue into the 20th century with rare Art Deco engagement rings and statement pieces of American folk art.

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papillionaire van brunt street

Australian brand Papillionaire offers Dutch style bikes that are as useful as they are attractive. Be prepared to toss out your car keys in favor of a new set of( environmentally sustainable) wheels. Starting at $ 500, these bicycles are not inexpensive, but offer a reasonably priced means of trasnportation and establishing identity.