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Glossary
 Published on 05 May 2023

S is for Silk, in the 17th and 18th Centuries

During the Renaissance, Italy’s silk-making secrets became more widespread, and France was the first to benefit. Thanks to protectionist measures and...
S is for Silk, in the 17th and 18th Centuries - Glossary
Glossary
 Published on 23 March 2023

S is for Silk in the 19th Century

As the Ancien Régime drew to its gruesome conclusion, French silk was in high demand and exported in great quantities. Lyon reigned supreme, but cotton...
S is for Silk in the 19th Century - Glossary
Cultural Heritage
 Published on 03 March 2023

The Choir Carpet of Notre Dame of Paris: An Unknown Masterpiece

Spared from the flames, this unique carpet by La Savonnerie is being restored by expert hands of the Mobilier National workshops.
The Choir Carpet of Notre Dame of Paris: An Unknown Masterpiece - Cultural Heritage
Lots sold
 Published on 02 January 2023

World Record for a Sheila Hicks Tapestry

A world record for this special commissioned tapestry illustrating the enchanting world Hicks creates with her materials.
World Record for a Sheila Hicks Tapestry - Lots sold
Lots sold
 Published on 19 July 2022

A Medieval Stone Capital and Cardinal Richelieu's Velvet Cape

Curiosities and the 17th century were the keywords of this sale, which attracted many history buffs. A cardinal’s cape, an architectural capital and...
A Medieval Stone Capital and Cardinal Richelieu's Velvet Cape - Lots sold
Lots sold
 Published on 07 January 2022

A Kashmir Sapphire Fetches Millions

A Kashmir sapphire and three leopards painted in lacquer by Jean Dunand attracted generous prices at auction.
A Kashmir Sapphire Fetches Millions - Lots sold
Analyses
 Published on 19 November 2021

Hélène Henry: Textiles in the Jazz Era

The Villa Noailles is dedicating a historical exhibition to this pioneer of textile design between the wars. A look back at some unique and unjustly...
Hélène Henry: Textiles in the Jazz Era - Analyses
Exhibitions
 Published on 13 October 2021

Anni and Josef Albers at the Musée d'Art Moderne in Paris

A comprehensive show traces the lives and work of two modern art trailblazers, from the Bauhaus to Yale.
Anni and Josef Albers at the Musée d'Art Moderne in Paris - Exhibitions
Exhibitions
 Published on 02 July 2021

Marion Baruch’s Long-Awaited Retrospective at Les Abattoirs

As part of their season devoted to “textile art”, Les Abattoirs present a retrospective of Marion Baruch’s art. The exhibition brings together the artist’s...
Marion Baruch’s Long-Awaited Retrospective at Les Abattoirs - Exhibitions
Market Trends
 Published on 02 November 2020

Art Price Index: India and Cashmere

Why choose between red madder and indigo blue? India has provided Europe with its most beautiful finery.
Art Price Index: India and Cashmere - Market Trends
Cultural Heritage
 Published on 24 September 2020

The Tapestries of Aubusson: The Thread of Innovation

Could tapestry be an antidote to a territory's sluggish economy? This is the line adopted by the Cité Internationale de la Tapisserie d'Aubusson. Four...
The Tapestries of Aubusson: The Thread of Innovation - Cultural Heritage
Exhibitions
 Published on 28 August 2020

Upside Down. The Underside of History at the Musée de Valangin

A royal walloping awaits our ignorance regarding underwear at the Musée de Valangin. The medieval castle overlooking one of Switzerland's most beautiful...
Upside Down. The Underside of History at the Musée de Valangin - Exhibitions
Exhibitions
 Published on 22 May 2020

Billie Zangewa: Soldier of Love

For the first time, the Templon gallery is presenting embroideries on silk by Billie Zangewa, a Malawi artist who lives in South Africa. Ten intimate...
Billie Zangewa: Soldier of Love - Exhibitions
Joana Vasconcelos Sheila Hicks

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