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Maiolica - A Revolution in Ceramics
Maiolica was a revolutionary technique which led to a change in Renaissance ceramics. Learn more.

Wade Whimsies and Other Wade Figurines
Although principally a manufacturer of industrial ceramics, Wade greatest fame has come from its decorative figures, particularly Wade Whimsies. Find out more about the company with a list its sets of figures.

Events Leading From the Gothic Revival through to Modernism
There were many events and influences that led to the various arts movements that began in the 19th century including Art Deco, Gothic Revival, Art Nouveau, Aesthetic Movement and Modernism.

Spode China - A Short History
Spode is one of the most famous names in English ceramics, learn about its founder, Josiah Spode, whose father was buried in pauper's grave when Josiah was seven.

Paperweights
Who can resist paperweights? Made by master craftsmen, they are objects of supreme beauty. Is it any wonder that they were hardly ever used for such a mundane task as securing loose papers?

Gold Ruby and Cranberry Glass
Because ruby and cranberry glass is so beautiful and has been made in so many different styles, from the simply elegant to the ornate, it looks good in even the most modern homes so, even people who don’t want to start a collection, buy it for themselves or for wedding and anniversary gifts. Learn more about its history and the techniques for making it.

Susie Cooper: A Giant of 20th Century Design
Susie Cooper, along with Clarice Cliff, revolutionised 20th century ceramics design. Find out more about Susie Cooper's life and work here.

Toby and Character Jugs
Love them or hate them, most people can identify a Toby or character jug. They depict a multitude of characters from historic times to the present day and come in a range of sizes. Learn more...

Best Buys
Now you can visit All Info About Art & Antique's own store and buy all kinds of products including calendars, journals, postcards and posters, all with exclusive pictures of antiques and collectables taken at antiques shows around England. Here, on the left, you can see and example of our exclusive greetings cards.

Book Reviews
The Lamps of Louis Comfort Tiffany
Tiffany is perhaps most famous for his beautiful lamps with their jewel-like shades. The Lamps of Louis Comfort Tiffany illustrates, with some stunning pictures, 70 of them, some of which are unique with only one known example.

Anonymous: Enigmatic Images from Unknown Photographers
This new book, Anonymous, contains 200 photographs of unknown origin. Some are beautiful, others shocking or amusing but most are mysterious and intriguing. Read the review...

The Antiques Roadshow
The BBC's Antiques Roadshow is probably the most popular and famous antiques programme in the world. This new book looks behind the scenes, at its history and some of the most memorable and important objects discovered on the show.

More Features
Art Deco
Learn more about various aspects of Art Deco and about the its gifted and innovative artists and designers who influenced style and fashion throughout the 20th century.

Jack Vettriano - The People's Painter
Reproductions of Jack Vettriano's works even outsell masters like Van Gogh and Monet but none of his paintings are displayed in major publicly funded galleries. Read about this hugely popular contemporary artist whose work is loved by the public but hated by most art critics and gallery curators.

A Beginner's Guide to Art Nouveau
The distinctive style of Art Nouveau has captivated people for many years. Understand the basics with this simple guide.

A Dozen Ways to Spot Fake Furniture
This feature from gives you twelve tips to avoid wasting money on fake antique furniture.

Collecting Antique Silver
The beauty of silver has attracted people for millenia it remains popular with collectors. Read about some of the pitfalls that may trap the unwary when buying silver.

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