Arts & Antiques
Turner in January exhibition opens its doors
A dramatic depiction of Robert Stevenson’s engineering marvel, the Bell Rock Lighthouse, is shining its light at the National Galleries of Scotland’s seasonal Turner exhibition this month. The work is by Britain’s most celebrated artist Joseph Mallord William Turner (1775-1851), and can be seen until 31 January. In 2019, this much-loved annual exhibition is supported…
Read MoreArtist Sandie knows how therapeutic art can be
Having run classes for terminally ill patients, former Macmillan nurse Sandie Youngson knows all about the therapeutic quality of painting. Growing up along Scotland’s coastlines has innumerable perks, not least for the creative spirits among us. No matter if you wake to a dreary morning, even the grey and blue hues in the skies seem…
Read MoreThese guns sold for high prices at auction
I well remember in my teaching career when the National Lottery was introduced. Every single pupil in the class, when asked to write an essay, would choose the question of what they would buy if they won the lottery. It was so boring as they all said the same, house, holiday, car…. zzz. Wel,l just…
Read MoreGive your home a new look with a visit to Bonhams
We all enjoy having the chance to spruce up our homes. That’s why many of us go to auctions, where we can pick up some incredible items to furnish our homes and give them an incredible new look, whether with antique furniture, beautiful paintings, or assorted trinkets to adorn our sideboards. Bonhams Auctioneers is playing…
Read MoreThe opportunity to get your hands on real gems
Everyone enjoys looking at antique and modern jewellery – and there’s the perfect chance to obtain some. Bonhams is holding two auctions in 2019 specificially dedicated to jewellery, and these will take place on 23 May and 28 November. Bonhams is the only international auctioneer with a saleroom in Scotland, giving it that unique ability…
Read MoreAuctioneers to host three sales of Asian works of art
Highly collectable Asian works of art will be at auction in three sales at Bonhams Edinburgh in 2019. These will be held on 21 March, 11 July and 14 November, providing collections with the chance to collect works from countries such as China and Japan. Bonhams is the only international auctioneer with a saleroom in…
Read MoreMarking 20 years of Scottish art and antiques
Twenty years of Bonhams’ flagship sale of Scottish Art & Antiques is being marked in 2019. Bonhams have hosted their flagship for the last two decades and are delighted to announce that the 20th anniversary auction will be held on 15/16 May 2019. Bonhams is the only international auctioneer with a saleroom in Scotland, giving it…
Read MoreRare drams will go at four different auctions
Bonhams Edinburgh has four whisky auctions lined up for 2019. Taking place on 6 March, 5 June, 9 October and 10 December, it will give whisky connoisseurs the chance to get their hands on some rare malts which they may not otherwise see. Bonhams is the only international auctioneer with a saleroom in Scotland, giving…
Read More15 Scots showcase craftsmanship at London event
Craft Scotland have revealed the designers and makers selected to be showcased at Collect, the international art fair for modern craft and design in London. From 28 February to 3 March 2019, the Craft Scotland gallery will showcase covetable artworks in silversmithing and goldsmithing, furniture making, ceramics, glass and metal. A mixture of established artists…
Read MorePortrait gallery will showcase 48 impressive pictures
The 2018 BP Portrait Award exhibition, which opens at the Scottish National Portrait Gallery this week, will feature 48 stand-out works. Opening on Saturday, 15 December, this will include An Angel at my Table by Miriam Escofet, which took this year’s first prize. An Angel at my Table shows Escofet’s elderly mother seated at her…
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