Of the major art fairs to visit London every year, Frieze London (14-18 October 2026) is the elite event – serious, monied and glamorous. The London Art Fair, held last week, is a little more relaxed.

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Liechtenstein Garden Palace 30 January to 6 April 2026 The Liechtenstein Garden Palace presents “Dealing in Splendour: A History of the European Art Market” (30 Jan–6 Apr 2026), a groundbreaking exhib

Michaelina Wautier is one of the most compelling rediscoveries in Baroque painting. Working in 17th-century Brussels, she tackled subjects usually reserved for men, producing still lifes, portraits an

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Just a hop, skip and jump from London, but a million miles from the stresses of the city, newly refurbished countryside retreat Burnham Beeches makes a perfect escape, whether you’re seeking a Mother’