Silver is prized for its beauty, versatility and intrinsic value. Our blog explores how silver is crafted, decorated and its value verified by hallmarking.

Silver is one of the most valuable and beautiful metals. Our blog explores the history of silver production and application. 

A guide to one of the most underrated names in European porcelain: Berlin's Königliche Porzellan Manufaktur, or Royal Porcelain Manufactory.

Pietra dura is one of the lesser-known decorative arts, and yet one of the finest. Read about how it's made and how it came to be so highly regarded here.

How it's made, its history, the famous artists and their works: read our comphrehensive guide to the art of bronze sculpture.

Our guide to the basic principles of ensuring that your antique furniture remains in prime condition, including positioning, cleaning, and transporting.

Japanese Meiji period antiques are some of the most desirable works on the market today. We take a look at the intriguing history of this tumultuous time.

A guide to the best places to see antiques in London, including palatial homes, eccentric interiors and magnificent art collections.

This blog post delves into the diverse and fascinating history of 19th Century European painting.

For many, there is little more beautiful than the passage of light through a fine piece of crystal. We take a look at the long history of this magical material.

Intricate details, towering buildings, the celebration of light, and monumental beauty: our guide to the fascinating history of the Gothic style.

The 19^th Century Middle East was the subject of intense European fascination – as a theatre of war, a place of learning, and an inspiration for some exquisite art.