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What Makes Oil Paintings So Classic

Oil paintings are one of the greatest and most frequently used art mediums. Oil paint has been used for hundreds of years and the pieces have stood the test of time with durability and steadfast color. Oil paint gives artists ultimate freedom with slow-drying time allowing the artist to rework, correct, and even scrape off […]

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10 Useful Tips For Buying a Vintage Watch

Buying a vintage watch can seem daunting at first, especially if you’re a first-time buyer. But with the right tips and advice, you can start your own collection without any hassle. Modern watches may talk, but vintage watches speak to you and whether it’s a sentimental purchase or an investment, educating yourself before buying is […]

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10 Facts About Gemstones You Didn’t Know

There are more than 200 different known varieties of natural gems that have been discovered. Alongside the more famous diamonds, ruby, sapphire, and emeralds are other semi-precious stones, so incredibly rare that their value outweighs some of the world’s most precious names. If you’re thinking of investing in some fascinating and rare creations from around […]

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Make time last with your luxury watches

Luxury watches are timeless, and these intricate mechanical wonders need a great deal of love and care. These pieces are an iconic symbol of classic engineering that hold so much detail, aesthetic and mastery. They can tell more than just the time and their longevity depends entirely on how you maintain them. All classic, luxury […]

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How to compile the perfect jewelry collection

“Jewelry is like the perfect spice; it always complements what’s already there.”  – Diane Von Furstenberg. Like every kitchen needs staples, so does a woman’s jewelry box. There’s nothing better than a few basic, but exquisite pieces that can dress up or down an outfit. There’s beauty in simplicity and this means making a statement with […]

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Now is the Time to Invest in Art

As the pandemic changed our lives and confined us to our homes, it gave us more time to reflect on our bare walls. 2020 forced us to become remote workers and art galleries and auction houses to officially move online, bringing fine art to more doorsteps. During the last 12 months, people’s connection to art […]

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Timeless Investments

A luxury wrist piece has always been a refuge for many people – a form of expression and taste for even first-time buyers and is one of the few investment portfolios you can wear. There is nothing quite like a well-crafted automatic watch. From the dial color to clasp design and screw-down crown… If you’re […]

2020’s Most Expensive Artwork Sold on Auction

Last year’s setbacks had little effect on the art world as a chilling Francis Bacon (1908 – 1992) triptych sold for $84.5 million in June.  This 1981 oil on canvas was considered “a steal” despite it being the most expensive artwork sold at auction in 2020. The top auction houses expanded and tested an already […]