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Valuable vessels: the history, value and restoration of ceramic vases

Whether it is made of fine porcelain or rough terracotta, a vase is often a centrepiece when it comes to ceramic art. These decorative and functional features of our home can hold extreme sentimental or monetary value, causing distress when damage occurs. Luckily, the restoration of ceramic vases by our conservator is carried out at […]

The Value of Handmade

We’ll say it: Handmade items are Art. And whether they’re functional items (“applied arts”) or decorative (“fine art”), art touches us more profoundly and deeply than most other things. In this post, we’ll explore why that is in interviews with artisans and supporters. There are three main themes that are woven through these interviews: the […]