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Art can be challenging and sometimes even a little intimidating to the casual viewer. Art is sometimes considered to be only understandable for the experts. But fortunately, this not true at all. Art can be accessible to everyone and in...
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Sparkling champagnes, brilliant Bordeaux wines, macarons and the Palais de Versailles: like many of the finer things in life, Louis Vuitton also comes from France. An industry leader in fashion, luxury and lifestyle, it is one of the most coveted...
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With the new Star Wars movie 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' coming out this year, all fans are full of excitement. Let’s use this moment to take a look back and explore a few things some of you probably didn't...
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Sports memorabilia is far more valuable when autographed by the athlete it's associated with because the autographs give character and historical value. How can you be sure the autograph is authentic? Our in-house sports memorabilia expert gives you five factors...
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In our Expert Talks, we hand over the metaphorical pen to one of our experts to discuss a subject in their field of expertise. In this edition, photography expert Ed van Mil talks about the raw, organic world of analogue...
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For centuries, dolls have been a way for adults to recapture childhood. Some the most beautiful, lifelike and detailed dolls have been created over the years, providing today’s collectors with an interesting bit of history. Ever wondered how much your...
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David Bowie is seen as one of the most influential rock musicians since the sixties. Songs like "Heroes", "Let’s Dance", "Space Oddity" and his duet with Queen, "Under Pressure", became international hits and created Bowie’s distinct sound that is so...
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The Rolling Stones were only rocky pebbles before a concert in 1962 changed their lives and the face of Rock 'n' Roll forever. 56 years ago, The Rolling Stones played their first ever gig to an enthused gaggle of jazz...
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The Disney fairytales we know and love are all sweet, with chirping birds, cleaning woodland critters and happily ever after. But the original tales the films are based on are actually pretty dark and twisted. Let’s take a look at...
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The Birkin is probably the most iconic handbag in the world and a symbol of class and wealth to many. But did you know that it all started on an aeroplane? Here is the story behind the Hermés Birkin big...
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Fearless. Powerful. Deadly. The Samurai were Japanese warriors who wore remarkable armour, yielded unique weapons and had stunning combat techniques. And yet there is so much more to be discovered about these noble warriors who served in Japan from 1185...
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The humble bicycle is a symbol for many European and East Asian countries and was once an essential wartime asset too.
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Discovering rare and unusual objects and the thrill of bidding make auctions incredibly exciting. But how do you make sure you’re the winner?
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This week we present a very special edition of our Expert’s Choice feature. Our modern art expert, Anita Helmy, is excited to share the story behind 'Heracles met Hydra,' a unique sculpture by Dutch Artist Nic Jonk (1928-1994) inspired by...
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In this week’s Expert’s Advice our in-house art experts explain the factors they investigate when determining the value of classical paintings in order of importance. Artist - The most important factor in determining the value of a classical painting is...