Mythological Paintings Across Civilisations: From Ancient Myths to Art
Reading Time: 6 minutes From the Midas touch to Pandora’s box, from Achilles’ heel to the timeless verses of the Bhagavad Gita, mythological stories and legends continue to shape... Read More
The Art of Abstraction: Understanding Styles and Decorating Your Space
Reading Time: 5 minutes Abstract art doesn’t ask you to recognise a face, a place, or a perfect object. Instead, it invites you to pause, feel, and interpret. One... Read More
Chinese Famille Porcelain: A Legacy of Colour & Craft
Reading Time: 5 minutes The word “China” carries a rare double meaning, though both are in the context of the Chinese nation. It could mean the country “China” with... Read More
Neoclassical Furniture: The Enduring Appeal of Classical Elegance
Reading Time: 5 minutes It was the time of the Industrial Revolution. Global trade was expanding. Amidst this, society began to move away from the ornate extravagance of Rococo... Read More
Behind the Hammer: The Story of Giftex’s World of Collectibles December Auction
Reading Time: 6 minutes For a long time, auctions carried an intimidating image. High ceilings, hushed voices, paddle numbers flashing, and price tags that seemed reserved for elite collectors.... Read More
The Art of Placement: How to Hang Wall Art the Right Way
Reading Time: 5 minutes Who doesn’t like a beautiful wall covered in beautiful paintings? A well-placed artwork can instantly transform a wall and your home by injecting colour and... Read More
Decorating with Antique Decorative Arts: A Practical Guide
Reading Time: 5 minutes The art of decorating with antiques is an age-old practice. Even before antique decoration started trending on social media and in modern homes, ancient civilisations... Read More
The Enduring Allure of Antique Sapphire Jewellery
Reading Time: 5 minutes September’s birthstone, the sapphire, has been popular since the Middle Ages. Antique sapphire jewellery boasts a rich history, symbolising wisdom, royalty, divine favour, and protection... Read More
Where Function Meets Elegance: The Story Of the Sports Watch
Reading Time: 5 minutes Imagine this! It’s the late 1930s, edging into the 1940s, and watchmakers are starting to question an old assumption. Why should fine watches only belong... Read More
Timeless Treasures: A Preview of Giftex’s Decorative Arts Auction
Reading Time: 5 minutes There’s a moment just before the hammer falls when time seems to pause. Screens glow, catalogues are clutched, hearts beat a little faster. Someone is... Read More