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WRITING ANTIQUES INTO FASHION

Posted by David Hickmet · April 02, 2024

In many towns, the traditional high street antique shops are disappearing. Rents grow ever higher, and some styles of antiques have fallen out of fashion. As a result, more and more shops are abandoning their brick and mortar locations, and collectors are lamenting a dearth of local antiques shops. In the age of the Internet and myriad social media selling platforms (such as eBay and Etsy), many dealers have taken solely to the online world.

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The Power and Allure of the Female Form

Posted by David Hickmet · March 31, 2024

Villanis’s depictions of the female form frequently featured elements of mythology and floral adornments through which he projected the suggestion of eroticism in his designs. His seeming obsession with female subjects, differed from the typical attraction of most artists and collectors of the time,

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KNOW YOUR ARTISTS: JOSEF LORENZL

Posted by David Hickmet · March 04, 2024

Josef Lorenzl was an Austrian sculptor renowned for his Art Deco creations during the early 20th century. Born in 1892 in Vienna, Lorenzl displayed exceptional talent and artistic sensibilities from a young age. He specialised in bronze and ivory sculptures, often depicting graceful and elegant female figures in dynamic poses. His works exude a sense of movement, capturing the spirit of the Jazz Age. Lorenzl's sculptures were highly sought after, and he became a prominent figure in the Viennese art scene. Today, his sculptures are considered valuable collector's items and are admired for their exquisite craftsmanship and timeless beauty. Josef Lorenzl's legacy endures as a testament to his mastery of Art Deco aesthetics.

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KNOW YOUR ARTISTS: EMMANUEL VILLANIS

Posted by David Hickmet · March 02, 2024

Born in Lille, France on December 12th 1858, Emmanuel Villanis was to become one of the most productive and popular Sculptors of the late 19th Century. Recognised today as one of the foremost sculptors of the Art Nouveau era, he was able to capture such character and realism in his bronze busts that they are highly sought after around the world by avid collectors.

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KNOW YOUR ARTISTS: ANTOINE LOUIS BARYE

Posted by David Hickmet · March 01, 2024

Antoine Louis Barye was a sculptor of the romantic period, most famous for his dynamic animalier works which captured the vitality of nature so beautifully. Barye was born in Paris on September 24^th 1796 to a modest family, it is noted he did not receive any formal education, but had a notable creative flair from a young age. In 1818 he was admitted to the École des Beaux Arts, he discovered his passion for drawing animals at the Jardin des Plantes as part of his studies, later transforming his visions into sculptures.

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The Enduring Allure of Art Deco

Posted by David Hickmet · February 24, 2023

Despite the passage of time, Art Deco sculptures remain as compelling as ever. Their sleek, modernist designs and innovative use of materials continue to inspire contemporary artists, while their celebration of the human form and the beauty of everyday objects resonates with viewers around the world. Whether adorning the walls of a museum or gracing the mantelpiece of a collector, Art Deco sculptures will always hold a special place in the world of art.

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