Who? Noah Charney
What? The Ghent Altarpiece by Jan van Eyck is perhaps one of the most important paintings ever made – it’s certainly the one that’s been most frequently stolen. In Stealing the Mystic Lamb, art historian Noah Charney charters the stories behind each of the thefts and uncovers the many reasons why the masterpiece is so desired.
When? Available now
Where? Available online and in store
How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Victoria and Albert Museum What? Learn about British textile design and fashion from 1750 to today at V&A’s “Patterns of Fashion” gallery talk. Led by the museum’s fashion curator Jenny Lister, the talk uses V&A’s permanent collection to demonstrate how fashion has changed. The talk is free. When? 1pm, 4th of February Where? Cromwell Road, London SW7 2RL How? See website for more information: www.vam.ac.uk
Who? Vacheron Constantin What? Vacheron Constantin have unveiled a new exhibit entitled “Travels & Adornments”, which features over 40 historical horological adornments from around the world. The watches showcase the journey through time, and across the globe, of horological artistry. A must-see for fans of haute horology. When? Until the end of October 2014, by appointment only Where? Maison Vacheron Constantin, 7 Quai de l’Ile, 1204 Geneva, Switzerland How? For more information, see www.vacheron-constantin.com Fly via British Airways
Who? Paul Lukacs What? At times, we can get a little bogged down with what a wine tastes like and how it smells. What we’ve neglected, often, is to find out a wine’s story. Paul Lukacs’ Inventing Wine is not just telling the story of one wine but all wines. It takes the reader through a journey of wine from history to today – a must if you want to know about more than just wine. When? Available now Where? Available in store and online How? Purchase at Amazon
Who? Ed Fairburn What? Ed Fairburn is an illustrator and artist based in Cardiff who specialises in portraiture using a range of mediums. His recent work is a series of portraits created from maps, available in black and white or colour. Prints of his work are available to purchase and he is available for commissions. When? Available now Where? Stockists details are at edfairburn.com How? See website for more information
Who? Ruinart Champagne What? To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the first Rosé Champagne, Ruinart are launching the Ruinart Rosé Salon 1764 – a pop-up Champagne bar. Guests will be able to learn about the history and heritage of the Ruinart Rosé while sampling their Champagne. There will be vials of scents for guests to familiarise themselves with the notes in the Ruinart Rosé as well as an artist who will draw 18th Century style portraits for the guests to take away. When? From 12th June until 3rd July Where? The Goring, Beeston Place, London SW1W 0JW How? For more information, see www.thegoring.com
Who? USS Mohawk What? Dive enthusiasts should not miss the first underwater exhibition at USS Mohawk which is available via diving only. The USS Mohawk is a 165-foot World War II cutter, which was sunk in July 2012 just off Sanibel Island in the Gulf of Mexico. The exhibition has been created by Austrian photographer Andreas Franke with the theme of ‘Sinking World’. When? Until 14th September 2013 Where? USS Mohawk, Sanibel, Florida, USA How? Visit www.ussmohawkreef.com for more information Fly via KLM
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