Art Market

Books and manuscripts, 18th-century furniture and Old Master drawings are driving a thriving art market in France

Fleeing persecution in France, thousands of Protestant silversmiths set up shop around Europe – and London attracted many of the most skilful

There are plenty of new discoveries to be made at the Paris fair focused on fine draughtsmanship

The annual event provides plenty of artistic surprises and has much to offer to smaller collectors

Highlights at this year’s edition include a gold-ground painting, a French landscape by Turner and a woodblock print by one of Japan’s Living National Treasures

The wearing of imperial silks was an extremely hierarchical affair. No wonder Chinese textiles appeal to the most discerning modern buyers

This year’s edition of the Brussels fair is full of dreamlike offerings from new exhibitors and stalwarts of the event alike

After a mid-century dip in enthusiasm, the demand for exceptional pieces of design seems irrepressible

Wonders that were once prized by Renaissance princes still inspire plenty of awe