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The Lair of the White Worm by Bram Stoker is a lesser-known work by the renowned author of “Dracula.” It was first published in 1911. It was adapted to film by Ken Russell in 1988. We take a look at Stoker’s book and Ken Russell’ s cult film, taking a […]
Clarice Cliff and The Age of Jazz Figures – In the vibrant tapestry of the 1930s, a period effervescent with the innovative beats of jazz, Clarice Cliff’s The Age of Jazz ceramic series emerges as a striking representation of the era’s artistic fervour. This series, infused with the rhythmic essence […]
Stan Woodpecker Dodds, born in 1928 and passing in 2012, carved a niche for himself in the world of English craftsmanship, leaving behind a legacy intertwined with the enchanting lore of Yorkshire’s ‘Critter’ craftsmen. This esteemed group of designer-makers, either trained in the workshop of Robert Thompson or inspired by […]
A look at the Spot-On Tommy Spot Gift Sets – The Spot-On range by Tri-ang was a popular line of diecast model vehicles produced in Northern Ireland by Tri-ang, a division of the Lines Brothers company, which was active during the 1950s and 1960s. They produced a number of gifts […]
In the annals of tabletop role-playing games, few series have captivated and challenged players like the S-Series modules of Advanced Dungeons & Dragons (AD&D S1-S4 Modules). Released between 1978 and 1982, these four adventures—Tomb of Horrors (S1), White Plume Mountain (S2), Expedition to the Barrier Peaks (S3), and The Lost […]
“The Wiz,” a film adaptation of the Broadway musical of the same name, is an enduring piece of Motown’s cinematic legacy that reimagines L. Frank Baum’s classic “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” within an African-American cultural context. Directed by Sidney Lumet and produced by Motown Productions in collaboration with Universal […]
The Martin Brothers Pottery, founded at Pomona House, Fulham, London, in 1873 and relocated to Southall in 1877, represents a significant chapter in the narrative of British ceramics. Among the quartet of brothers—Walter Fraser, Edwin, Charles, and Robert Wallace Martin—it was Robert, the chief modeler and designer, who left an […]
The Grenfell hooked mats or rugs, hailing from the rugged shores of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, stand as a vibrant testament to the resilience and creativity of their makers. These artifacts, born from necessity and nurtured by the vision of Dr. Wilfred Grenfell, transcend their humble origins to embody a […]
In the annals of decorative arts history, few names shine as brightly as that of Amalric Walter, a French glass artist whose pioneering work in the pâte de verre technique redefined the boundaries of glass art in the early 20th century. Born in 1870 in the picturesque town of Sèvres, […]
The collaboration between Disney and Lilliput Lane has produced an enchanting series of miniature sculptures, combining the meticulous craftsmanship of Lilliput Lane’s British cottages with the magical allure of Disney’s theme parks and attractions. This collection, rich in detail and nostalgia, has been a significant part of the Disney collectibles […]
