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A Courtauld 'Staycation'
Renovation work has commenced to transform interior spaces at Somerset House for the 21st century and beyond in a project dubbed Courtauld Connects.
Lest we forget
Today, young people will join the ranks of their nation’s armed services, and tomorrow, and the day after. For some that choice still means paying the ultimate price.
Happy Birthday Hokusai
An example of his legend includes once chasing a chicken across his canvas in the court of a shogun who had invited him there to compete with a more traditional artist.
6 Celluloid Sensations on some of the World’s best known Artists
If you are a film fan, movie buff or cinephile you will likely know all about these great ways to spend a Sunday afternoon curled up in front of your home big screen
The History of Silk - Part Two
The Spread of Silk and Sericulture from China to Europe
Who do you think should be on the new £50 note?
Since decimalization in 1970, the obverse side of Bank of England issue notes have featured individuals who compose a small but significant group of Brits.
