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Shining a Light on “Old Frank”: The Francken Painting from Kings Weston House.
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.
Delighted to share our YouTube channel
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.
Red Reverence: The Power of Deep Reds in Interiors and Art
Throughout history, no colour has stirred emotion, conveyed power, or transformed a space quite like deep red.
Dating Paintings Through Dendrochronology: A Window into History.
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.
The Beeldenstorm: A Moment of Chaos That Shaped Art History.
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.
Bringing Timeless Elegance to Modern Homes: Old Master Paintings in Contemporary Interiors
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.
The Old Master Market: Why You Should Invest.
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.
Introducing Christ to the World
One of the world's most enduring images, this beautiful painting depicts the Nativity: 'And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.' (Luke 2:7).