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Rolex Datejust: A Classic for Every Day

Category: Brisbane

The Rolex Datejust was launched in 1945 to celebrate the watchmaker’s 40th anniversary. A true innovation, it was the first self-winding waterproof chronometer wristwatch and featured a revolutionary calendar design, displaying the date in a small window at 3 o’clock on the dial. Previously, watches had indicated the date by a hand pointing to markings […]

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Why gender equity is crucial to conservation in Kenya

Category: The 22nd Report

At IFAW (International Fund for Animal Welfare), we recognise the unique challenges faced by women, and we work to make their voices heard in conservation. UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) #5 calls to end all forms of discrimination against women and girls. The targets include eliminating violence against women, recognising and valuing unpaid care and […]

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How to Navigate the art market: with Catherine Asquith 

Category: Art Expert Series

Catherine Asquith is an arts professional, an AVAA Certified Practicing Valuer, a member of The Association of Women in the Arts (London), a member of the City of Melbourne’s external assessment panel (visual arts), as well as the host of her own podcast aptly titled “Navigating the Art Market”. The word ‘navigate’ implies that there […]

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The Charm of Old Cut Diamonds

Category: Brisbane

Old cut diamonds are certainly having a resurgence in popularity with the modern jewellery connoisseur. They date back to the 18th century when all diamonds were measured and cut by hand, following the natural shape of the stone. These diamonds have an alluring charm and timeless attraction and are cherished by many. Thanks to the […]

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In Conversation with Hannah Ward

Category: In Conversation

For this issue, we sat down with designer Hannah Ward, whose love of jewellery and antiques led her to start Trove, a collection of jewellery boxes inspired by the past.  What do you love about jewellery? What’s not to love?! It is a form of self-expression and a powerful way to tell a story. There […]

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Sculpture Editions

Category: Prints & Multiples

Sculpture is one of history’s oldest art forms, dating back as far as 30,000 BCE. In ancient Greece, sculpture became the pinnacle of artists’ expression, presented in free form or often as an architectural element. In modern times, a range of moulding materials are used that have changed the nature of sculpture production. The traditional […]

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A Royal Warrant

Category: Luxury

I thought that it was poignant to end the year and start the new one with an article on the British royals and their contribution to the world of luxury and fashion. Earlier in the year I wrote about Queen Elizabeth II, and her association with Launer handbags. King Charles III, whilst not associated with […]

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Hard Waste or Good Taste?

Category: Modern Design

IKEA is now recognised globally as a supplier of space saving and cost-effective furniture and homewares. It would be hard to find someone who hasn’t spent an afternoon assembling a cabinet or coffee table with a single Allen key, not without the use of a profanity or two.  Undoubtedly more convenient and easier on the […]

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Four Private Collections to Visit on your Next European Holiday

Category: Sydney

DORIA PAMPHILJ GALLERY, ROME Housed in the Palazzo Doria Pamphilj in Rome, this incredible collection of art, furniture, and statuary belongs to the Doria, Pamphilj, Landi, and Aldobrandini families now united through marriage and descent. The collection began in the 1500s and with additions over the centuries it has now grown to be one of […]

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Five Watches Synonymous with their Wearers

Category: Timepieces

Throughout the ages, wristwatches have been worn for many utilitarian purposes, but as time marches on it’s clear that there’s more to wearing a watch than just checking the time. Perhaps it shows that the wearer values dependability and reliability, that they have an intrepid sense of adventure, or perhaps wish to express their appreciation […]

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