The spirit of BLOOMSBURY
Lorna Fairey steps inside the colourful world of Charleston, as Tate Britain celebrates the art of Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant in a landmark exhibition
A buyer’s guide to BURR FURNITURE
With a fascinating history stretching back to the first century AD, burr wood has lost none of its decorative appeal. Its rich colours and mysterious swirling patterns continue to captivate collectors and designers alike, finds Emma Longstaff
The COLONIAL COUNTRY HOUSE
Britain’s historic houses have long celebrated their architecture, collections and family histories. Now, many are exploring the more complex stories behind their imperial past. But is there more to be done? Ellie Tennant investigates…
FAIRS & AUCTIONS
Rosanna Morris rounds up the best antiques and vintage fairs around the UK this October. Plus, don’t miss a plethora of auctions, from glass and ceramics to Mouseman, books, maps and art
How to buy art & start collecting
Keen to build an art collection, but not sure where to start? From money matters to the sensitive issue of personal taste, Charlotte Packer consults seven experts to demystify the process
BLACK FOREST CARVING
These curious carvings are testament to the skilled craftsmen who made them and are worth a closer look, says Emma Longstaff
HERITAGE MATTERS
Alice Roberton finds that a new generation of designers is looking to the past to shape the future, embracing time-honoured techniques over mass production.
48 hours in BUXTON & BAKEWELL
Every summer, opera singers, artists and writers flock to Buxton for a series of cultural events celebrating the town's rich history. Rosanna Morris suggests spending a weekend exploring this northern spa town before heading further into the Derbyshire Dales.
The spirit of BLOOMSBURY
Lorna Fairey steps inside the colourful world of Charleston, as Tate Britain celebrates the art of Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant in a landmark exhibition
A buyer’s guide to BURR FURNITURE
With a fascinating history stretching back to the first century AD, burr wood has lost none of its decorative appeal. Its rich colours and mysterious swirling patterns continue to captivate collectors and designers alike, finds Emma Longstaff
The COLONIAL COUNTRY HOUSE
Britain’s historic houses have long celebrated their architecture, collections and family histories. Now, many are exploring the more complex stories behind their imperial past. But is there more to be done? Ellie Tennant investigates…
FAIRS & AUCTIONS
Rosanna Morris rounds up the best antiques and vintage fairs around the UK this October. Plus, don’t miss a plethora of auctions, from glass and ceramics to Mouseman, books, maps and art
How to buy art & start collecting
Keen to build an art collection, but not sure where to start? From money matters to the sensitive issue of personal taste, Charlotte Packer consults seven experts to demystify the process
BLACK FOREST CARVING
These curious carvings are testament to the skilled craftsmen who made them and are worth a closer look, says Emma Longstaff
HERITAGE MATTERS
Alice Roberton finds that a new generation of designers is looking to the past to shape the future, embracing time-honoured techniques over mass production.
48 hours in BUXTON & BAKEWELL
Every summer, opera singers, artists and writers flock to Buxton for a series of cultural events celebrating the town's rich history. Rosanna Morris suggests spending a weekend exploring this northern spa town before heading further into the Derbyshire Dales.