Presence makes the heart grow fonder

Looking back at the past few months, an antique nest of drawers made to house artists’ pigments and a group exhibition of drawings spanning 500 years stand out as some of the most intriguing offerings of the summer

From a very young age, Michelle Farmer can remember being enthralled by her family’s many collections acquired during their voyages around the globe. ‘Travelling is in my blood: my parents, grandparen

These makers and brands craft their wares and source materials locally, reducing carbon emissions and championing British ingenuity

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Kitchen island or table? It’s a little distinction that makes a big difference to the appearance and function of a kitchen or utility room, finds Arabella Youens

A cut-crystal bed, with associated mirrors and throne, sparkled at auction earlier this month, but no glamour could beat the prize that was the Union Flag flown by HMS Spartiate at the Battle of Trafalgar