These beautiful hand-drawn birds were taken from two books by Mary and Elizabeth Kirby; Beautiful Birds in Far-off Lands and Birds of Gay Plumage. Read More →
With more than 80 stunning photographs, Masterpieces of French Jewelry offers a fascinating look at the most remarkable pieces that found their way into prominent American collections. Like all art, this delightful array of jewelry mirrors the evolving culture of its time. Chapters in this book explore jewelry of the Victorian Era and the Art Nouveau period of the early twentieth century; Art Deco; 1940s retro; up through the 1960s and more contemporary styles.Read More →
Mauboussin Jewellery, established in Paris in 1827, embodies French luxury through its artistic innovation, gemstone expertise, and adapted branding, evolving into a global luxury market leader.Read More →
Charlotte Edey’s art combines delicate textures, profound symbolism, and enchanting colors to delve into identity and spirituality through tapestries and sculptures. Recognized in prominent venues, she explores the realms of femininity and spirituality.Read More →
Young Italian architects and designers started creating a new style that openly questioned Modernism in the mid-1960s in response to current social and political upheaval. This movement, known as “Radical design,” looked into ways to visually change the urban environment. The proponents of radical design also applied it to furniture and lighting, using unconventional materials and a novel formal vocabulary.Read More →
Swedish Modernism, a 20th-century design movement, embodies simplicity, natural materials, and accessibility. Its democratic ethos and international influence continue to shape contemporary design.Read More →
Svenskt Tenn, founded in 1924, is renowned for Swedish craftsmanship and design. Influenced by Ericson and Frank, it continues to innovate sustainably, shaping contemporary interior design.Read More →
The Noguchi Museum provides a unique perspective on the artwork of Isamu Noguchi and its setting in the Noguchi Museum through the eyes of renowned photographers Stephen Shore and Tina Barney. Noguchi, a modernist sculptor and designer, founded and designed the museum for the specific purpose of exhibiting his works. Read More →
Transforming Type examines kinetic or moving type in a range of fields including film credits, television idents, interactive poetry and motion graphics. As the screen increasingly imitates the properties of real-life environments, typographic sequences are able to present letters that are active and reactive. Read More →
Design Secrets is a unique, lively and informative masterclass which will become your touchstone for top tips, do’s and don’ts and creative projects to add a fresh and exciting feel to your living space. It even has its own coloring-in book to explore new color ideas.Read More →