Today we are celebrating the birthday, life and works of French artist Yves Klein, who was born on 28th of April 1928 and died on 6th of June 1962. Art as an Experience Yves Klein is known for his avant-garde attitudes towards the process of putting paint onto canvas which, in doing so, he wanted to...
Continue readingThe collection held within the walls of Waddesdon Manor in Oxfordshire is a treasure trove of beautiful and beguiling artefacts. Commissioned by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild, construction began in 1877 and was completed in 1883. Between Ferdinand, his sister Alice, their cousin Edmond and the present day Lord Rothschild, the house has continued to be...
Continue readingEngaging with the elegance of art and colour and relishing the freedom to explore a style that enhances our own space, can form part of the many joys of creating a home, and a sanctuary. From inky blues to bright turquoise, state-of-the-art sofas to comfy corners, we can collaborate with artists and makers, fly...
Continue readingDrawing the human body from life has been a fundamental skill developed by artists throughout the centuries. To observe the human figure in this way is to reach into the body, to go beyond the skin, to the musculature, skeletal frames and layers beneath and within. Through such an approach, drawing from the human...
Continue readingWith the sad death of Her Majesty, we reflect on our love, deep respect and fondest memories of The Queen. We will remain forever grateful for her calm, steady presence in our lives. Your Majesty, your graceful perseverance, honourable service, kindness and sense of fun was an example for us all and your legacy is...
Continue readingThe metal cobalt has been used for centuries as an ingredient in glass making. It can be found in the luminous bright colours of medieval stained glass windows, as well as in the blue and white pottery of China produced during the Tang dynasty. Then, in the nineteenth century, the pigment cobalt blue was produced...
Continue readingDining al fresco has to be one of the most welcome and refreshing aspects of summer days, and the brilliant House & Garden celebrate these days in their fabulous upcoming summer editions. We were thrilled to be selected to join their summer focus of ‘The Perfect Setting‘ to celebrate the stylish addition blue & white...
Continue readingAs we head towards the end of this year, a time that has been full of so much change and uncertainty, we take a final, celebratory look at the Pantone Colour of the Year for 2020. Classic Blue, the ‘Colour of the Year’ for the Pantone Institute was a colour they selected to...
Continue readingThe textures and details of our homes remain such a key part of our lives. It’s what often draws us towards one another as we recognise a shared love of a certain style be it classical or rustic, and each create our own nurturing space. Textures can offer comfort and reassurance whilst objects...
Continue readingThis spring, we launched a new table mat and coaster collection inspired by the beauty of the mandala, a symbol of calmness and unity that seems so particularly relevant during these changing times. In this month’s Journal entry, we explore some of the mandala’s history and how artists and creators have been inspired by...
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