LONDON.- The internationally-acclaimed British architect Sir David Chipperfield CBE has been named as the recipient of one of the world’s most prestigious architecture prizes, the Royal Gold Medal. David Chipperfield’s practice has won over …
Architect Sir David Chipperfield CBE to Receive the Royal Gold Medal for Architecture
LONDON.- The internationally-acclaimed British architect Sir David Chipperfield CBE has been named as the recipient of one of the world’s most prestigious architecture prizes, the Royal Gold Medal. David Chipperfield’s practice has won over …
New Book by the Royal Collection Explores the Impact of the Royal Portrait
LONDON.- Portraits have played a central role in shaping the image of Monarchy. They have helped legitimise claims to the throne, reinforced dynastic ambitions, cemented political alliances, accompanied proposals of marriage, and even offered a glimpse…
New Book by the Royal Collection Explores the Impact of the Royal Portrait
LONDON.- Portraits have played a central role in shaping the image of Monarchy. They have helped legitimise claims to the throne, reinforced dynastic ambitions, cemented political alliances, accompanied proposals of marriage, and even offered a glimpse…
New On-Line Exhibition Includes Best-of-the Best 19th Century Carpets in Museum-style Display
OAKLAND, CA.- The difficulty for connoisseurs to hone their eye for art-level 19th century Oriental rugs goes beyond their limited availability at individual galleries. The periodic international auctions invariably mix a few collectible carpets with …
Royal Scottish Academy Awards £21,000 to Scottish Artists
EDINBURGH.- The Royal Scottish Academy has recently administered four awards totaling £21,000 to artists in Scotland. These awards are given by the RSA on behalf of the individual benefactors and trusts in keeping with the primary aim of the RSA: to …
Royal Collection Opens Special Summer Exhibition at Buckingham Palace
LONDON.- The Queen’s Year, the special exhibition at the Summer Opening of Buckingham Palace, presents the spectacle and variety of the royal calendar, from the Royal Maundy Service and the Trooping the Colour ceremony to the State Opening of Parl…