Collecting
At your fingertips: a guide to collecting thimbles
Thimbles represent a compelling slice of social history as well as miniature vehicles for artistic expression – it’s little wonder they hold such enduring appeal for today’s collectors
What do King Charles and Elton John have in common? They both collect Wemyss ware!
Collected by royals and rock stars alike, and with prices to suit all budgets, these quirky floral ceramics have an eye-catching appeal that shows no sign of waning
Discover the quirky and cheerful pottery with European roots, beloved by Americans
Under-celebrated and misunderstood, this appealing speckled pottery, which was once mass-produced, is surprisingly elusive today
How to start your own art collection: tips from the experts
Visiting art galleries and their acclaimed masterpieces is one thing, but the real satisfaction of being an art lover lies in building a collection of your own. Here are some expert tips on how to do just that
Best range cookers for 2024
Cook up a storm this year with one of these beautiful range cookers
What's new?
Discover the forgotten women of the Arts and Crafts movement
May Morris, Mary Seton Watts, Margaret Macdonald… Well over a century ago, these pioneering women made a huge contribution to the Arts and Crafts movement, yet they were overshadowed by their male contemporaries. Now it’s their time to shine!
How to buy original artists' prints
Serena Fokschaner talks to art dealer Caroline Wiseman about original prints and how they offer an affordable way to own works by established artists
Exhibitions to visit around the UK in February 2024
Our pick of the best museum and art gallery exhibitions around the UK in February 2024 and beyond...
Collecting Martinware: a potted history plus how much it's worth
Martin Millard, director of Cheffins auction house, shares his expertise on collecting Martinware grotesques, from their beginnings to current auction value
How to buy and collect Staffordshire dog figurines
Usually seen in pairs, antique Staffordshire dogs are charming additions to a mantelpiece. Discover why they're so collectable
Art
Collagerie launches new collection of affordable art prints
The Art Shop has launched at 8 Holland Street with a collection of 15 limited-edition artworks
Best museum and gallery memberships to gift this Christmas
Buy someone the Christmas gift that keeps on giving all year round with these museum and gallery memberships
10 ways to display art in your home
We take a fresh look at creating unique displays of antique, vintage and contemporary wall art. Welcome to the gallery…
Collecting Guides
How to clean antique picture frames
Keep gilded picture frames tidy and clean with these handy tips
A history of Mouseman furniture and where to buy
Unearth the history of these classic wooden furniture designs, famous for the little signature mouse carved into every piece...
A history of antique spongeware
Explore the charming history of sponge printing as Ellie Tennant dips into a thoroughly British pottery technique. Photographs Rachel Whiting
Design Icons
Behind the brand: Watts 1874
With a museum-standard archive, it’s no surprise that this esteemed heritage textile and wallpaper brand is a favourite with interior decorators. Feature Kara O’Reilly.
Mid-century modern furniture designers to know
Pick up a beautiful piece of vintage home-grown, post-war furniture and add sleek lines, solid construction and pleasing design to your home
Wedgwood Jasperware: everything you need to know
As collectable now as it was in 1774, here's everything you need to know about Wedgwood Jasperware...
Experts
The Antiques That Shaped Me: Lennox Cato
The Antiques Roadshow regular Lennox Cato tells us about his earliest experiences in the trade...
The Antiques That Shaped Me: Annie Sloan
The queen of colour Annie Sloan on her love of auction treasure and her magpie approach to collecting
Meet Catherine Southon, star of BBC One's Bargain Hunt
Auctioneer and star of BBC One’s Bargain Hunt, Catherine Southon, shares her story on how she got into the world of antiques...