Monthly Archives: April 2013

Freak out! C’est chic Lalique

Posted on April 5, 2013 by maryannadair

René Jules Lalique (6 April 1860, Ay, Marne – 5 May 1945, Paris) was a French glass designer known for his creations of perfume bottles, vases, jewellery, and chandeliers amongst other items.  According to Wikipedia,  he studied at the Sydenham Art … Continue reading →

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Vive Fragonard

Posted on April 5, 2013 by maryannadair

I can’t help it, I have to honour it. I just love this painting and would you believe? It is Fragonard’s 281st birthday! Vive Fragonard! Jean-Honoré Fragonard (born 5 April 1732 – died 22 August 1806) was a French painter … Continue reading →

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Is Mulga-wood Vulgar-wood?

Posted on April 2, 2013 by maryannadair

Mulga-Wood -has been used extensively for Australian souvenir and gift-ware throughout the middle of the 20th century and is largely considered ‘kitsch’.  Its height of popularity probably began in the Inter-war Years and continued through to the 1960s and 1970s.  Mulga or … Continue reading →

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“Tell me what you eat and I will tell you what you are”

Posted on April 1, 2013 by maryannadair

…so are the immortal words of a great gastronome! Today marks the 13th occurrence of the Edible Book Festival. This is an international event which has been held around April 1 since 2000. (aka The Edible Book Day). Entries for … Continue reading →

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