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notes on The Christine Wilkinson Collection

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Learn about the three different series of limited edition prints in Christine’s collection.

Christine Wilkinson Rare & Limited Limited Editions Abstract Contemporary Photography

notes on Art Deep Dive: Warhol’s ‘25 Cats Named Sam and One Blue Pussy’

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During the 1950s, Warhol decided to cure his dear cat Hester of loneliness by adopting a further 20 cats, each named Sam. Find out more about the endearing illustrations that he created for his children’s book titled, ‘25 Cats Named Sam and One Blue Pussy’.

Andy Warhol Cats Illustration Modern Art Animals

notes on Art deep dive: Warhol’s cookbook

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Long before Andy Warhol turned the Campbell’s soup can into pop art legend, he was already playing with food. In 1959, alongside socialite and interior designer Suzie Frankfurt, he self-published ‘Wild Raspberries’, a satirical cookbook offering a witty commentary on the culinary and cultural tastes of the era.

Andy Warhol Warhol illustrations Illustration Sweets & Cakes Food & Drink Modern Art

notes on Art deep dive: Warhol's Flowers

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In 1964, at the height of his fame, Warhol turned to something unexpected: flowers. His Flowers series may look bright and decorative, but beneath the surface lies a meditation on beauty, mortality, and mass production. More than just pretty images, these works are quietly radical — blending repetition, appropriation, and rebellion in a way that still captivates today.

Andy Warhol Pop Art Floral Modern Art

notes on Art deep dive: Rothko’s emotive colour field paintings, rooted in Greek mythology

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Discover how the leading abstract expressionist was inspired to create his extensive series of paintings, and how they elicit the most powerful of emotions.

Mark Rothko Abstract Expressionism Abstract Modern Art

notes on What is a rare theatre poster?

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We take a look at the evolution of the theatre poster, from the middle ages through to the vibrant mid-twentieth century designs that we hold in our rare theatre poster collection.

Rare Theatre Posters Rare Posters Rare & Limited Vintage

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notes on What is Post-Impressionism?

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Toward the end of the 19th century, a group of young French painters sought to break free from the constraints of Impressionism. Each exploring different applications in paint and seeking new forms of expression and representation, Post-Impressionism is made up of many styles. Learn more about Post-Impressionism and discover the artists behind the movement.

Post-Impressionism Vincent Van Gogh Paul Cézanne Paul Gauguin Henri Rousseau Georges Seurat

notes on What is an Original Film Still?

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Captured on film sets since the earliest days of cinema, the Film Still serves a multifaceted purpose in the production and promotion of our best loved films and helped the biggest stars of the Golden Age of Hollywood shoot to superstardom. We take a closer look at the history of the Film Still, and what makes them such wonderful collectors pieces for film lovers.

Original Film Stills Rare & Limited Rare Cinema Collection Film Stars Films Photography

notes on Frida Kahlo – A feminist icon

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Frida Kahlo was defiant in life and in art. From great hardships came a resilience that challenged gender roles, and honoured her indigenous Mexican heritage in an act of rebellion to post-colonialism. Learn more about the life of one of history’s most inspiring artists.

Frida Kahlo Self Portrait Modern Art

notes on What is an Original Cinema Lobby Card?

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First created in 1910s America, cinema lobby cards were displayed in movie theatres to advertise the latest cinematic releases throughout the Golden Age of cinema. Learn more about the history of the lobby card, and what makes these original promotional photographs exceptionally rare.

Original Cinema Lobby Cards Rare & Limited Rare Prints Collectible Kids Films Rare Cinema Collection

notes on Artwork deep dive: Man Ray’s ‘Observatory Time - The Lovers’

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Discover the inspiration behind ‘A L'Heure de L'Observatoire - Les Amoureux’, a Surrealist masterpiece by the leading figure of the historic art movement.

Man Ray Surrealism & Dada Rare & Limited Rare Prints Modern Art

notes on Rare: David Hockney’s 1972 Threepenny Opera poster

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This extremely rare promotional theatre poster was designed by the Bradford artist in 1972. Learn more about its creation and the subversive characters it depicts.

David Hockney Rare theatre posters Rare posters Modern art

notes on ‘Gouache for St. Ives Window’, 1992, Patrick Heron

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Learn more about the history of this collectible piece.