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Nora Heysen: A Pioneer in Art and Life
Latest Stories
Early Robots: The Fascinating Rise of the French Doll Automaton
Category: Decorative Arts
The doll automaton is a relic of a world past, both fascinating and disconcerting; often no larger than a coffee table book...
A. Lange & Söhne: The Lazarus of the Watchmaking Industry
Category: Timepieces
When I read the story of A. Lange & Söhne’s dramatic decline and remarkable rebirth, I couldn’t help but think of the biblical miracle of Lazarus...
In Conversation: On Sentimentality in Design with Madeleine Murdoch and Frances Normoyle
Category: In Conversation
In the lead up to Sentimental Pull, a collaborative exhibition between Melbourne design studio, Streifen, and Leonard Joel...
Wild Luxury: Exotic Skins and the Art of Precision
Category: Luxury
Exotic skins sit at the intersection of beauty, power, and restraint in luxury...
How to… Understand Art Conservation, with Andrew Dewhurst
Category: In Conversation
Andrew Dewhurst is a highly skilled art conservator based in Melbourne...
From the Workshop: The Art of Weaving, with Angelo Rusak
Category: Art Expert Series
In this new series of conversations, we visit the ateliers of skilled artisans to learn more about interesting, rare trades and crafts...
Remembering Craig: Iconic super tusker and symbol of elephant conservation
Category: The 22nd Report
It is with immense sadness that the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) and the global conservation community mark the passing of Craig, Keny...
Making Masterpieces
Category: Decorative Arts
How Regulation and Patronage Shaped 18th Century French Furniture...
Bridging Cultures: The Collection of Christine & James Liao
Category: Asian Art
On 23 February, Leonard Joel presents Bridging Cultures: The Collection of Christine and James Tzeng Chiang Liao...