all things storied.
The Mariner & The Muse is a world of vintage furniture, homewares, and interiors rooted in thoughtful storytelling.
Each piece and project embodies our belief that design should feel personal, layered, and full of soul.
an ode to the well-loved and the well-lived.
the drop: limited run collections centered on a distinct idea or feeling. introducing many moods and many muses…
Carolyn Bessette Kennedy
Carolyn Bessette Kennedy
Like many, we’ve been obsessed with one of the ultimate muses as of late — Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy. When we recently learned of her love of vintage, we couldn’t resist curating a collection in her honor: pieces we imagine she might have loved, lived with, and used to decorate her home.
Think understated, timeless, and effortlessly chic.
a classical-style decorative bust featuring a softly draped figure set on a pedestal base, echoing the timeless forms of ancient sculpture. the distressed white finish and gentle wear give it the look of a well-loved studio piece, full of character and quiet romance. a beautiful object for a bookshelf, console, or layered into a vignette of collected curiosities.
dimensions: 11.5"h x 7"w x 4"d
condition: vintage condition with visible wear that adds to its aged character; see photos.
a vintage phinney-walker folding alarm clock in a deep green case with brass trim, designed to open into a compact bedside clock for travel. the small scale and folding form capture the charm of mid-century travel accessories once tucked into suitcases and overnight bags. a nostalgic little object perfect for styling on a shelf, desk, or nightstand.
dimensions: 3.5"h x 3.5"w x 3.5"d
condition: good vintage condition; does not currently work and is intended as a decorative piece. could likely be serviced to run again if desired.
set of four vintage coupe glasses featuring an etched lace-like band that wraps softly around the bowl. the slender stems and airy silhouette give them that timeless cocktail-hour elegance, perfect for champagne, martinis, or evening aperitifs. a beautiful addition to a bar cart or table set for slow, celebratory evenings.
dimensions: 5”h x 3”w x 3”d
condition: very good
57 chestnut street
the mariner & the muse now lives within its first brick-and-mortar home in South norwalk, ct — a tangible expression of our world, no longer imagined, but real. please navigate your GPS to space cat brewery at 57 chestnut st., then once parked, follow the vintage sign to find us!
the space is equal parts studio and showroom: somewhere to wander, to linger, and to encounter the pieces and stories that have long defined us — now gathered under one roof.