Tuesday, May 10, 2016

Art Adventures


Video: How Alexander 's 1955 trip to India took his work in exciting new directions
 
 
 
What does a monkey riding a horse mean in Chinese art? Here's a handy guide to symbols
 
 
 
 
 Watch this c. 1805 automaton clock in action at our preview.
 
 
 
9 things to know about Japanese screens — a show-stopping addition to any collection
 
 
 
 
Want to live like the Great Gatsby? 5 homes that capture the spirit of the Roaring Twenties
 
 
 
6 things you need to know about collecting Chinese snuff bottles
 
 
 
7 questions to ask when buying : an expert guide to the celebrated French glassmaker
 
 
 
 

Evolving or devolving

EVOLUTION....and believe it or not...IT'S TRUE!!!  
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Monday, May 9, 2016

Fat and Happy

 
Beach Go'er




Some British companies are introducing "pawternity leave" for pet owners.


Churchill said tact is "the ability to tell someone to go to hell in such a way that they look forward to the trip”