Intaglios were intended to preserve the arts and culture of ancient times, which had been lost throughout the centuries. Images were carved into stones and used to impress into wax seals. These carvings depict portraiture, renowned architecture, and celebrated scenes from ancient Rome and Greek mythology. In the 19th century, reliefs of these carvings were […] Read more…
Must visit London pop-up stores
Wicklewood 123 Sydney Street, SW3, 19th-29th Nov. 10am-7pm. Remember the amazing pop-up that Wicklewood did last Summer? Well, get ready for more pattern, colour, irresistible gifts and new arrivals at their Winter Shop. Throughout the pop-up, they’ll be also welcoming leaders of design into The Revolving Room to transform the space using their own signature style. Each designer will makeover […] Read more…
Maximalism in Seville
There are so many things I love about this home in Seville: the chinoiserie room, the neoclassical library, the baroque salon, the sculpture courtyard inspired by Sir John Soane London home or the not-so-easy task to make a new building look like has been there forever. But what I love the most about it is […] Read more…