Few subjects recur across European sporting art as consistently as the conversion of St. Hubert. It is the founding image of hunting iconography, the moment the sport acquired a patron saint, and the reason his story has been painted, printed and carved into hunting-lodge chimneypieces for over five hundred years. Our painting, attributed to the Circle of Jan van der Straet, is a particularly accomplished example of the type.

Art history is full of surprises, but every so often, a discovery comes along that reshapes our understanding of an artist’s work and offers a glimpse into the past.

We are delighted to share the William Avery Fine Art YouTube channel, where William tells the story of each painting, and what they mean to us today.

Throughout history, no colour has stirred emotion, conveyed power, or transformed a space quite like deep red.

We're currently engaging experts to precisely date some of these panels using a technique called dendrochronology. It involves analysing tree rings to determine when the tree was felled.

In the mid-16th century, the Low Countries erupted in a wave of iconoclasm that forever altered the cultural and artistic landscape. Known as the Beeldenstorm - literally, “assault on images ”, this period of destruction was driven by a potent mix of religious fervour, political unrest, and societal change.

For interior decorators, offering something truly unique to clients isn’t just about selecting the right colour scheme, it’s about curating a vision that resonates on a deeper, more personal level.

An Old Master painting offers more than just financial investment; it’s a timeless treasure, a piece of history, and a meaningful addition to your life. It’s an asset you can admire every day while preserving its value for future generations.