Peter and his late wife Pauline first met at UCLA in the 1960s she, a radiant Irish beauty with a love for art and history; he, of Chinese descent, with an eye for precision and craftsmanship. Their shared curiosity and appreciation for beauty blossomed into a lifelong partnership, both in marriage and in collecting.
Together, they spent more than sixty years discovering treasures from around the world from fine silver and porcelain to first-edition books, paintings, and an extensive collection of crystal stemware. His carefully curated collection includes fine silver, porcelain, first-edition books, paintings, and in honor of Pauline’s Irish heritage, they developed a particular fondness for Waterford crystal, a symbol of elegance and tradition that continues to hold a special place in Peter’s heart.
After living in California for over six decades, Peter now calls Phoenix home, bringing his West Coast sensibility and refined eye to the desert.
At 87, he continues the dream he and Pauline began together still learning, connecting, and sharing the stories behind each treasured piece. What brings Peter the greatest joy is seeing these pieces find new life in the homes of others where their stories continue, and their legacy is carried forward for generations to come.
