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JAMES BOND: DOUBLE-O-HEAVEN
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UNGALLERY: BREAKING TRADITION
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SOTHEBY’S: A STRIKING YEAR
From exotic locations to the most select menswear and accessories, fictional superspy James Bond certainly enjoys his luxuries. We look at the places, outfits and drinks that make Bond the icon of style he is
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CHANGE AND DISRUPTION
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TOUJOURS L’AMOUR
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DAVID HOCKNEY: DRAWING FROM LIFE
A Portuguese gallery giving young artists the chance to break out of the system and show their art in the real world and online
2019 was an amazing year for watch sales at leading auction house Sotheby’s. We look back at the highlights and ask the experts for their predictions for the market in timepieces
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The London Art Fair is seen as a disruptive influence in the market, perhaps less hidebound that its competitors. We choose some of the highlights and talk to director Sarah Monk
We find out how a Paris art exhibition in spectacular surroundings brought together the art and the science of love in a way perhaps only the French could
We visit the National Portrait Gallery to see the drawings of our cover artist David Hockney, and find out how his muses and models feel about his work
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Everyone knows that France is the heart of the worldwide wine industry, but our tour of the leading wine regions suggest that there’s a lot to learn about the art of the grape
Tod Bradbury, Head of Rare and Collectable Whiskies at Justerini & Brooks, offers us a rare insight into the allure of the ‘ghost’ distilleries and gives us advice on tasting and investment
DALÍ—THE ENDLESS ENIGMA
As an immersive exhibition in Provence opens, we consider how eccentirc genius Salvador Dalí’s upbringing influenced his dreamlike imagery
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THOMAS STRUTH AT THE GUGGENHEIM
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TRAVELLING THROUGH TIME
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THE ESSENCE OF MOTORING
A celebration of the German photographer’s work at the Guggenheim Bilbao celebrates his unique visions of his home country, America and the effect of encroaching science and technology on humanity
How clockmaker Matthew King reproduced one of the most significant timepieces in British history
Our preview of Techno Classica Essen captures all the excitement of the region’s premiere gathering of classic cars and enthusiasts
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A TASTE FOR FINE TEA
Tea expert Aneta Aslakhanova tells us why fine tea is back in fashion, and how to appreciate it
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WHERE TO SPEND IT
FREEDOM OF THE SKIES
Is private hire aviation on the way up? With new technologies and flexible aircraft it looks like the sky really is the limit
HEALTHCARE, ANYWHERE
How you can find reliable private healthcare anywhere in the world
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IT FIGURES
This issue’s most exciting arts and events summed up in handy facts and figures
It’s disrupted the world of travel, health and politics, but what effect will the coronavirus crisis have on the art world—and how will artists respond?
All the events, exhibitions and shows worth seeing from Helaine Blumenfeld’s stunning sculptures to the classics of Titian and the homoerotica of Tom of Finland
From an Enigma machine to Superman’s cape and a Lowry to a Hockney, all the top lots to come under the hammer this season are available for viewing here
Including volumes on Hockney, Hadid and Piranesi, together with the art of the kimono, the eccentric collection of Viktor Wynd and more titles for your bookshelf and coffee-table
From sports cars to handbags and watches to whisky, the finest, most delicate, beautifully designed and decorated items for your buying pleasure
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t’s difficult to know how to respond intellectually to the worldwide panic over the novel coronavirus COVID-19. While acts of human brutality such as 9/11 can prompt a thoughtful and even an artistic response, it’s hard to gauge a reaction to a natural phenomenon which nonetheless seems almost hostile in its effects not only on everyday life, but also the hopes and plans of millions of people all over the world. All fields from tourism and transport to industry and distribution were hit, so it can seem selfish to single out the worlds of art and luxury as suffering particularly. But, as planned precautions against epidemics seemed to spill over into panic, it was hard not to feel somehow persecuted. In the Far East, Beijing’s Jingart, Hong Kong’s Art Basel and Art Central, Hong Kong shows for Jenny Savile and Luc Tymans, and Christie’s Hong Kong Contemporary Art auction were cancelled. Christie’s and Sotheby’s postponed their New York spring Asian Art Week sales from March to June, and the Venice Biennale 2020 launch was postponed until August. London and Paris book fairs were cancelled, as was the phone show Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. The TEFAF fair in Maastricht went ahead but it’s too early to say how much it may have been affected by absences. Even Hollywood was affected, with the release of the new James Bond movie No Time to Die, scheduled for a UK premiere at the Royal Albert Hall on 31 March, postponed globally for seven months—in other words, until the Christmas season. The disruption of these events—and surely there will be many more—does nothing to shore up the wobbly art market. In a Global Art Market report for Art Basel and UBS, cultural economist Clare McAndrew said “It was a tricky year, but
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not disastrous,” though trade conflicts between the US and China, political unrest in Hong Kong and a protracted Brexit all contributed to a five percent dip in the global art market, which totalled $64.1 billion in 2019. Overall the UK market, which accounted for 20 percent of global sales ($12.7 billion), fell by nine percent. British dealers reported a drop in revenue of four percent, while the UK auction market slumped by 20 percent to $4.3 billion. Only the French trade grew last year, with dealers and auction houses rmoving inventory across the border from Britain to Paris and Amsterdam, a “pre-emptive move”, McAndrew says, to uncertainty growing around Brexit. Globally, works sold for over $10m at auction were the worst performing in 2019, declining 39 percent in value, and with 35 percent fewer lots sold. Yet there are some bright spots in the report, with dealers reporting a two percent increase in private sales to $36.8 billion. Christie’s, for instance, reported an increase in private sales of 24 percent to $811m. A lot of this improvement seems to depend on collectors attending art fairs, now “the first point of contact” with a gallery, McAndrew says. “That’s their introduction to the art market.” On average, high net worth collectors say they attend 39 art events a year, including fairs and gallery shows. If this figure drops due to coronavirus, bang goes the market. So how will the art world react, and how will artists react? Will the artistic response to coronavirus frame it in terms of humanity’s place on the planet, or will the epidemic prove to be a historic blip with no long-term effects? Who will be first to make a statement putting the epidemic into an artistic context? Chris Jenkins
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Happenings Arts & Collections has selected a mix of unmissable artistic, cultural and essential events happenings in the months ahead.
SCULPTING LIFE One of the world’s leading contemporary sculptors, Helaine Blumenfeld, will transform London’s Canary Wharf into a sea of sculptures from 16 March. The event, called Looking Up, will be on view in the lobby of One Canada Square and in outside spaces around the Estate. Blumenfeld will feature works from the grand span of her 50-year career. Highlights include Toward the Precipice, Flight and Aurora, which all reflect the artist’s concerns about society and the need for regeneration. Looking Up ends on 26 June. www.helaineblumenfeld.com Left: Helaine Blumenfeld, Taking Risks, 2019. Photo © Erio Forli
A HEAD OF THE GAME On 10 March, Plymouth’s brand new The Box Museum will open with an exhibition of fourteen 19th century naval figureheads, collectively weighing about 20 tons. These figureheads have been saved from rot and decay specially for The Box and are now fully restored and repainted. The figureheads will be suspended in the new four-storey glass atrium of the museum. Two specialist conservation teams in the UK have spent two years restoring to their former glory the wooden figureheads, which were built to adorn the bows of 19th 9th century naval warships. The museum will be officially open to the public on 16th May. www.theboxplymouth.com
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Mythical Treasures From 16 March, London’s National Gallery will host Titian: Love, Desire, Death. One of the greatest European painters, Titian is known for his group of paintings showing Classical myths primarily taken from the Roman poet Ovid’s Metamorphoses. The exhibition will display all six paintings in this series for the first time in over four centuries. Highlights will include Diana and Actaeon and Diana and Callisto. With this exhibition, the National Gallery presents a rare opportunity to see some of the greatest paintings in European art, brought together to showcase Titian’s remarkable talent as not just an artist, but a storyteller. The human faces of the gods and goddesses that Titian creates tell the stories of some of the greatest loved myths of all time. The exhibition runs until 14 June. www.nationalgallery.org.uk Right: Titian, Diana and Callisto, c. 1556, Scotish National Gallery
My whole life long I have done nothing but interpret my dreams of ultimate masculinity, and draw them – Tom of Finland
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Tom of Finland: Love and Liberation is the UK’s first ever public exhibition dedicated solely to the gay cultural icon. The exhibition, which runs from 6 March until 28 June, celebrates the artist whose unique and homoerotic visions had a profound effect on gay imagery in art. The exhibition, at the House of Illustration near King’s Cross in London, will feature previously unseen drawings from Tom of Finland’s Foundation collections. The collection pays tribute to gay sexuality and identity, drawing attention to some of the most prominent topics of sexual identity. www.houseofillustration.org.uk
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American Beauty An exhibition at the Fondation Beyeler, Basel, Switzerland will display the works of Edward Hopper, considered one of the 20th Century’s most important American painters. The exhibition will focus on his iconic landscapes and cityscapes of the infinite expanse of America. Mostly watercolours and oil paintings, the exhibition aims to provide an overview of the multifaceted nature of Hopper’s career. This exhibition will end on 17 May. www.fondationbeyeler.ch
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Light box London’s Opera Gallery is hosting the first solo exhibition dedicated to Anthony James. The sculptor revisits Euclidian geometry in his work and is known for his monumental and performative sculptures, as well as installations. His sculptures tend to lean towards minimalism, materiality, alchemy and experimentation with light and space. Catch it while you can—this exhibition is on for a short time from 27 March, closing on 9 April. www.operagallery.com
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HIGHLIGHTS BY ROBYN WHITE
From the record-breaking to the ravishing, we pick out our favourite artefacts from the auction sales of recent months TOP SECRET This fully operational four-rotor Kriegsmarine Enigma cipher machine was seized from the Bauaufsicht der Kriegsmarine in Trondheim, Norway, after the capitulation of Nazi forces there in 1945. Sold at the Sotheby’s History of Science and Technology auction in New York, this rare machine sold for $800,000, over double its estimate. The Enigma machine was used extensively by Nazi Germany during the Second World War to encode commercial, diplomatic and military communication. Famously, its codes were cracked by the wartime researchers at Bletchley Park.
MATCHSTICK MEN A ‘lost’ painting by artist L.S Lowry sold for £2.65 million at a Christies auction. The painting, called The Mill, Pendlebury was created in 1943 and sold to a private collector in London. The painting depicts workers in Greater Manchester enjoying a day off and children playing cricket. The painting had been lost after Lowry himself gave the artwork to medical researcher Leonard D Hamilton 70 years ago. Art experts only came to know of its existence after Hamilton’s death.
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NOT SO WET
UP, UP AND AWAY One of the most recognisable superhero costumes of all time sold for $193,750 at Julien’s auctions. This broke a record, making it the most expensive superhero costume ever to be sold at auction. The cape was worn by Christopher Reeve in the 1978 film, Superman. This was only the second appearance the cape has made at auction in the last 40 years.
David Hockney’s The Splash painting sold for over eight times its previous value from 2006, going for £23.1 million at a Sotheby’s auction in London. This is Hockney’s third highest auction sale ever. The painting depicts a splash left by a diver who has disappeared underwater. Hockney now vies with Jeff Koons as the world’s most expensive living artist. See our feature on the Drawing From Life exhibition on p. 39
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The highest sale at the Bonhams Paris 2020 classic car auction was this 1932 Bugatti Type 55, selling for €4,600,000 ($5,070,000). This was also the most expensive car to be sold at any of the Paris Rétromobile 2020 auctions. Originally a works racing car, the two-seater was entered in the 1932 Le Mans 24-Hour Race and survived the devastation of the Second World War. It was once owned by leading British ‘Bugattiste’ Geoffrey St John, who loved the car so much he put it through a 5,000 hour restoration after it was involved in a road accident.
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OUR SERIES HIGHLIGHTS A SINGLE ITEM OF ARTISTRY OR CRAFTSMANSHIP THAT IS BOTH RARE AND EXQUISITE
RAVISHING RUBY This ring was the most expensive to be sold at the recent Jewels Online auction at Christies. Selling for $112,500, the ring fetched a lot more than its original $15,000 estimate. Encrusted with 60 round diamonds weighing 2.31 carats, and 29 round rubies weighing at 17.78 carats, this ring is a hefty piece of jewellery that weights a grand total of 15.2 grams.
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This extremely rare Italian Bible sold for £4,200 at the Chiswick Books & Works on Paper auction. This Bible first appeared in 1417 and was translated from the Latin of the Vulgate into Italian vernacular by the Camaldolese monk of the order of Benedictines, Niccolò Malermi (142281). Representative of the ‘Golden Age’ of Venetian book illustration, it was published at a time when Venice was the centre of the Italian book trade, and was not intended for an elite audience, rather the wealthy middle class. The text includes the Old and New Testaments and letter to Saint Paul. Only five copies of these types of Bibles are known in Italy today, although at least ten editions are known to have appeared before the end of the 15th century, frequently reprinted down to 1567.
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icky Lindo, Winner of the 2019 British Ceramics Biennial (BCB) Headlining Exhibition Award, showed this piece at Collect 2020, the International Art Fair for Modern Craft and Design held this year at Somerset House, London from 27 February to 1 March. Bound by the terms of the fair, all participating galleries commit to most of their stand to showing works made in the last five years. All galleries are encouraged to reveal new works for Collect and additionally returning galleries are encouraged to introduce new artists. Vicky Lindo works with partner Bill Brookes in their studio The Pigeon Club in North Devon, and is gathering a strong following for their work through sales in the V&A shop. She decorates her earthenware ceramics with sgraffito (a technique of carving through a thin, coloured surface to reveal a contrasting colour beneath)—“My partner Bill makes plaster moulds and then castings from forms we design, which I decorate” she says. Inspired by the North Devon slipware collection at The Burton at Bideford as much as by the ceramics of Peter Voulkos and Grayson Perry, Lindo says she has “Always found comfort in deconstructing traditional rules and it’s become a driving intention in my work”. “The finished work, which can take anything from eight to 12 weeks or six months if you include mould-making, is never what either of us intended but an amalgamation of ideas”. A reoccurring theme in Lindo’s work is the death of her father, who lived his last few years separated from his family in forest shelters. Her works inspired by research into his life are shown under the title The Dead Dad Book. The collection has been described as “poetic, poignant and an exquisitely beautiful series of works that demonstrate the potency of ceramics as a vehicle for the retelling of our shared histories”. www.vickylindo.co.uk
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There’s something about Jamaica that keeps drawing James Bond back—we find out about the irresistible allure of the paradise island
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ince Honey Ryder (in the form of Ursula Andress) emerged from the sea in the first James Bond movie, 1969’s Dr No, the island of Jamaica has been associated with the cinema’s most hedonistic spy. But of course the association goes back further even than the movies; Bond creator Ian Fleming made a home in Jamaica, and spent some of his happiest times writing his 13 novels in the chalet GoldenEye which later gave its name to one of the movies. Jamaica features in the Bond novels Dr No, Live and Let Die and The Man With the Golden Gun, and the forthcoming James Bond movie No Time to Die (originally scheduled for a March release, now delayed to November) opens with Bond (Daniel Craig) retired to the island with French psychologist Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux). So what might have made Bond choose Jamaica to enjoy his leisure? Sadly the waterside bungalow to which Bond retreats after quitting the secret service is merely a film set, but there are spots all over Jamaica which have made it a cultural and artistic mecca in the Caribbean, especially the areas of Kingston and Port Antonio, overflowing with creative energy and a bold spirit.
DINE ANOTHER DAY Jamaica’s appeal as a cultural and artistic mecca in the Caribbean makes it a favourite for visitors, especially the areas of Kingston and Port Antonio, overflowing with creative energy and a bold spirit. Jamaica may be just 4,244 square miles in area, but it has influenced the world with contributions from extraordinary people, from philosopher and thought leader Marcus Garvey to musician Bob Marley and athletes Merlene Ottey and Usain Bolt. The capital city, Kingston, which in December 2015 was named as creative city of music by UNESCO, continues to grow in popularity. Kingston boasts creative activities in film, literature and the culinary arts, including the Jamaica Rum Festival and Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Festival held in March, the Liguanea Art Festival, held in April each year and marketed as the Artbeat of Jamaica, and the October Jamaica Food & Drink Festival, a celebration of great spirits, fine foods, and live entertainment. These and other events make Kingston an attractive destination for creative minds and for food lovers. The lush and picturesque resort town of Port Antonio has over the years played host to many of the world’s most celebrated actors, writers,
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producers and directors. Many who work or visit the area, chose to either live or holiday here at luxurious resorts including Trident, Frenchman’s Cove, GeeJam and Great Huts or at the understated luxury villas in San San. Writer Robin Moore famous for his book (and film) The French Connection, chose to live at the Blue Hole (aka Blue Lagoon). From as early as the 1950s, Port Antonio has maintained its reputation as an elegant vacation spot for stars such as Ginger Rogers, Bette Davis, Brooke Shields, Raquel Welch, Tom Cruise, Eddie Murphy, Denzel Washington, Gwen Stefani and Bjork.
ALL THE TIME IN THE WORLD As a cultural and creative hub, it’s no surprise that Jamaica is a sought-after film location. In addition to being the birthplace of Bond, the island is brimming with an abundance of landmarks, particularly in the three stories set on the island. A number of locations islandwide have been featured in several scenes of earlier Bond films and the latest in the 007 blockbuster series, No Time To Die, was shot on the island last year, mainly in Port Antonio, and is now scheduled for release in October. Jamaica as a destination is a celebrity in her own right, having starred in hundreds of films. The Caribbean island has also doubled for other exotic locales, including French Guiana in 1973’s Papillon, the Congo in Dark of the Sun in 1968 and California in 1994’s Legends of the Fall. Many popular Hollywood movies including The Blue Lagoon, Cocktail, Cool Runnings, The Harder They Come and Dancehall Queen have been filmed in Jamaica. Jamaica offers an exciting array of experiences beyond its pristine beaches and
turquoise waters. It’s clear that the destination’s identity and value are intrinsically tied to its culture and creativity—once guests experience Jamaica for themselves, there’s no escaping her captivating spirit. Jamaica’s presence is bold and magnetic. The appeal of the island’s cultural and artistic centre is irrefutable, whether it’s in film, music, cuisine, sports, or the arts. They say there is a vibe which can’t be defined and an energy which must be felt—only then will you know why Jamaica is the ‘Heartbeat of the World’, and why it exerted it pull over James Bond as much as his creator.
Left Smuggler’s Cove, Jamaica Above and below; Ian Fleming’s villa GoldenEye and the writer with James Bond actor Sean Connery
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Dressed to Kill As much as for his skills in spying and seduction, James Bond is known for his sartorial elegance. Whether tuxedoed for the casino or tightly trunked for the beach, Bond always knows what to wear, and even in a fight he likes to keep his duds dusted off and his shoes polished.
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n the movies, each incarnation of Bond has his own style, sometimes reflecting current modes such as Roger Moore’s safari suits, but mainly sticking to the traditional looks of classic British tailoring. In the forthcoming No Time to Die, for instance, the posters show a navy ribbed N.Peal cashmere sweater with shoulder and elbow patches, worn in action scenes. Bond also wears a Massimo Alba cotton-corduroy sloop suit during chase scenes in Italy. Perhaps most typical of the Bond look is the grey Prince of Wales check Tom Ford O’Connor suit Bond wears in London. Notable of the style are the two front pockets with flaps, three buttons at the cuff and one extra button hole. Bond wears a matching Tom Ford white dress shirt with cocktail cuffs, notable for being folded back and having no place for cufflinks or buttons. In SPECTRE, Bond wore Tom Ford cufflinks engraved with his initials. Of course, Bond is also known for the quality of his accessories. In Casino Royale, Vesper Lynd asks Bond if he’s wearing a Rolex watch. He shakes his head and replies: “Omega.” The tradition continues in No Time to Die, where Bond is seen conspicuously wearing an Omega Seamaster Diver 300M 007 edition, which costs around £6,520, quite a lot for a humble civil servant. Bond teams this outfit with a blue Tom Ford necktie, Benson & Clegg Plain Slim Rhodium tie slide (around £55), and Barton Perreira Joe sunglasses, a polished black classic rectangular
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style frame with mineral glass lenses. Finishing off the look in style are Bond’s Crockett & Jones Highbury shoes, previously seen in Skyfall. The Highbury model is a plain fronted three-eyelet Derby shoe made from the finest calf leather and features single Dainite rubber soles. This is part of a long association between Bond and Crockett & Jones—in Skyfall, Bond wears no fewer than four different Crockett & Jones shoe models, the Alex (with a tuxedo), Highbury (in London), Islay (in Scotland) and Tetbury (in Turkey). Crockett & Jones is still owned by the family that founded the company in 1879, and maintains traditions of fine shoemaking in its home town of Northampton. James Fox of Crockett and Jones told us “Daniel Craig is actually a customer of two C&J stores, one in New York and the other on Jermyn Street, and recommended Crockett & Jones to his wardrobe team at the time they began filming Skyfall. He just likes our shoes! To be associated with an icon such as James Bond was incredible the first time back in 2012 with Skyfall, but to feature in back-to-back films was simply remarkable for all involved, none more so that our retail staff who hold relationships with their customers close to their hearts. Along with many James Bond fans out there, we shall be keeping a close eye on his feet in No Time to Die!” Crockett & Jones shoes perhaps typify what’s best about Bond, and about British style —both elegant, and always ready for action.
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Shaken Not Stirred James Bond is well-known as a connoisseur of drinks—his famous ‘Vodka Martini, shaken not stirred’ is one of the character’s catch-phrases
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ut Bond’s relationship with drinks is actually much more complicated. For instance, the ‘Vesper Martini’ which he claims to have invented is described as “Three measures of Gordon’s, one of vodka, half a measure of Kina Lillet. Shake it very well until it’s ice-cold, then add a large slice of lemonpeel”—and serve in a deep champagne goblet. But, bad news for would-be Bonds—it’s no longer possible to enjoy this concoction, as Kina Lillet, an aromatised wine originating in French North Africa and later popular in America, is no longer made. The original contained a large dose of quinine, and in the 1980s the formula was changed to remove it. Bond’s preference for Bollinger champagne is well documented, and after champagne, the Vodka Martini or Gin Martini, though in the books this is outnumbered by the scotch and soda, whiskey and soda, brandy or bourbon. Bond is also partial to a G&T—no fewer than four in Doctor No—which seems to have reflected author Ian Fleming’s preferences. In one instance, Bond adds one of his favourite “secret ingredients” for tonic cocktails, Angostura Bitters, and in A View to a Kill we learn of Bond’s preference for “Perrier, for in his opinion, expensive soda water was the cheapest way to improve a poor drink.” On film, other tastes feature. In Casino Royale and SPECTRE, for instance, you’ll see bottles of Château Angélus wine—on both occasions in dining cars on trains.
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This highly respected chateau—expert James Suckling awarded Château Angélus’ 2018 a colossal 99-100/100—aims to capture the spirit of James Bond in the intensity and verve of its vintages. Suckling commented “This is a mighty impressive wine with a bright future ahead”, but the chateau also has a storied past, with eight generations of the family de Boüard-Rivoal tending the vineyard of Château Angélus, situated in a natural amphitheatre overlooked by the three SaintEmilion churches. Presently helmed by Stéphanie de BoüardRivoal, Château Angélus’ dedication to the essence of Bond is such that the company
has produced a limited edition 2(007) vintage, each bottle in a case made with walnut wood and leather, in the spirit of cigar boxes or dashboards of iconic vintage cars dear to 007. Limited to 225 cases, this edition is perhaps the closest many of us will get to a taste of the life of the world’s greatest secret agent. Above Bond about to enjoy a Vesper in Casino Royale Below Château Angélus’ 2(007) limited edition
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Breaking
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or decades the art world has relied on exhibitions in galleries and sales of work in auctions, but times are changing. New forms of art and the possibilities of the internet means that young artists from under-represented backgrounds exploring new ideas need no longer be overlooked by the art world establishment. Galleries are beginning to understand that they need to adapt, and a fine example is Ungalleried in the summer resort of Cascais in Portugal.
Mina Sarenac Originally from Serbia, Sarenac is a photographer with a focus on fashion, beauty and art.
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Left: Simi Launay, founder of Ungalleried
How can emerging artists find an outlet for their work outside the established gallery system? Arts & Collections visits Ungalleried in Portugal to find out BY ROBYN WHITE Founded by Simi Launay, the gallery represents a new wave within the art market—Ungalleried was made by artists, for artists. Different from many traditional galleries that still operate solely within brick walls, Ungalleried has taken a modern approach by creating a digital platform for artists. While Ungalleried offers pop-up events to coincide with its sales, it operates mainly as an online platform, creating new oppurtunities for artists in a digital age. An innovative idea which not only features affordable art in all its mediums, but also welcomes artists and collectors from all walks of life to participate, Ungalleried has a vision for the new age of artists.
BREAKING THE MOULD Simi Launay is the founder of Ungalleried, and as an artist herself, she dreams of empowering people by not just making original art affordable for everyone, but making it easier for emerging artists to find success in an industry that is usually reserved only for the elite. Launay explains: “Our expert team have a mandate to find high quality artists who do not necessarily fit the traditional mould of an artist. We are hoping that Ungalleried becomes a democratising force within the contemporary art scene, empowering artists to take their careers into their own hands.“ With this, Launay demonstrates a problem in the contemporary art world that she is trying to solve. Young artists are inspired by the likes of Jeff Koons, who have built lucrative careers from huge sales at auctions and within the traditional form of art sales. However, these are sales often driven by a small proportion of collectors, who make mammoth investments in the works of an even smaller pool of artists. Launay believes that instead of exploring
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Rodrigo West A documental and portrait photographer based in Brazil, Dominic West was born in Rio de Janeiro and got in touch with the African-Brazilian culture from a young age. Since 2009 he has visited different regions of Brazil with his camera, capturing Brazilians’ behaviour, and the way they interact with their environment.
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Aleksandra Brankovic
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Aleksandra Brankovic, born in Leskovac in the south of Serbia, is a graduate of painting at the Faculty of Arts. She has had many solo and group exhibitions. Her work typically shows subjects which transcend gender, framed within the context of their daily lives
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A Mexican-American artist born in 1993, Nájera-López received her BFA in Studio Art, Painting and Ceramics at the University of Texas at El Paso. She works in a predominantly figurative style that uses ceramic techniques traditionally associated with crafts
new ideas that come from new creators, galleries are instead hunting for the ‘next Jeff Koons’, meaning that they are only willing to give artists a chance who prove themselves a ‘safe bet’—in other words, artists who have already had the privilege of being represented or exhibited, and have often graduated from prestigious art schools (which under-represented groups of artists cannot attend). Ungalleried is unprecedented in that it is breaking down the walls of the traditional art industry, giving under-represented groups a chance to create and share their work through its part-digital form, which allows artists from all over the world to become a part of it. “Although we live are living in a digital
world, contemporary art and the consumption of art itself is still a very tactile and sensory practise. The art market is today valued at around $50 billion, with the online art market presenting nine percent of this. This means that Ungalleried has entered the digital game on the right cusp of the curve and also proves that there is still work to be done around influencing people to move their habits from purchasing in person to doing so online,” said Launay. Despite Ungalleried creating a new digital wave in the art world, physical exhibitions still remain an unrivalled way to meet collectors, present them with the work, and give them the true experience of the art.
GLOBAL ART Featured artists at Ungalleried include Sarah Owusu and Rodrigo West, both creators who focus on international themes in their art. Although the gallery is based in Portugal, it welcomes art from all over the world, from artists from all types of backgrounds. “One of the reasons that I aim to bring artists from all backgrounds into a global and digital world is the fact that I support the tradition that existed in the early art world of the collector being a patron to the artist,” explains Launday. “Art is a powerful vehicle for narrating the current zeitgeist and recording issues as they unravel in a contemporary setting. I am passionate about ensuring that the right stories are represented and told.” Ungalleried stands to represent a power that promotes understanding and inclusivity. Different from other galleries around the world, it exists to challenge views and ideas surrounding tradition and culture. So should more galleries be actively seeking curators and artists in different parts of the world? Ungalleried shows that this could be the way forward, to better represent the planet, and document some of the sociopolitical, cultural and religious themes that are prevalent in the modern art world.
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Owusu was born in London and is a self-taught Ghanaian British artist. Using acrylic and mixed media, her work asserts her Black and African background primarily through her choice of subjects such as Rosa Parks and Nina Simone
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SOTHEBY’S // WATCHES
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Vacheron Constantin clock, circa 1926
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A Striking Year for Watches at Sotheby’s 2019 was a record year for watch sales at the world’s leading auction house, Sotheby’s. Can 2020 smash the records? We ask the experts in time
By john renwick masterpieces by horological pioneers, such as George Daniels’ record-breaking Space Traveller also has a spin-off effect on all levels of the market, bringing people to fully appreciate the vision, tradition, exceptional craftmanship and technical prowess that can be found in a watch”.
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ast year Sotheby’s broke its own sales record for sales of watches at auction, achieving $109 million globally, the highest annual total in the company’s history. This marked an increase of 22 percent on 2018, and all at a time when the luxury watch market is in some disarray, with market share being lost to smartwatches such as Apple’s, and trade events hit both by internal contention and the worldwide impact of the coronavirus epidemic. Sotheby’s has perhaps been immune to some of this because the fine timepieces it handles, ranging from 16th century masterpieces to the most sought-after modern and vintage clocks, pocket watches and wristwatches form part of thriving international market which helped the auctioneer to achieve world record breaking results in all its selling locations. “This has been an historic year for our team, reflective of the ever-growing fascination with watches around the world” said Sam Hines, Worldwide Head of Sotheby’s Watches. “Propelled by the sales of exceptional property, careful sourcing and fast-expanding online sales, these results prove that, for many collectors, watches transcend the pure function of timekeeping. The appearance of
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Forming and maintaining strong relationships with the world’s collectors and connoisseurs is paramount to the service Sotheby’s provide. With a truly global presence, the department holds sales in London, Geneva, Dubai, Hong Kong and New York with a specialised team in each location whose passion for watches is matched only by their unparalleled knowledge and experience. The market is one of constant change and as such, the worldwide team is dedicated to keeping abreast of the latest trends and developments. Sotheby’s specialists recognise and take pride in the fact that constant learning and the sharing of knowledge both within and outside the industry is as essential as in any other academic genre or category. The Watch department has consistently achieved benchmark prices, including $24 million for the Patek Philippe Henry Graves’ Supercomplication—a longstanding auction record for a timepiece—and the George Daniels Space Traveller I which set the highest price for both an English Watch and an Independent Watchmaker at $4.6 million in 2019. Clocks also achieved record prices last year: a contemporary clock by Cartier sold for $1.03 million in Hong Kong, a clock by Vacheron Constantin realised $667,467 in London and a Cartier Comet Clock achieved $350,000 in New York.
Jehan Cremsdorff, gold, enamel and diamond-set verge watch, 1650
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ONLINE UPTICK Online sales continued to grow rapidly, with 56 percent of all lots sold online in this category in 2019, and 80 percent of bidders participating online. The top watch sold online in 2019 set an auction record for a Millennium wristwatch by George Daniels, selling for $289,800 in Hong Kong in April. Following the success of the first two sales from the Masterworks of Time collection held in London and Geneva in 2019, already surpassing the low estimate for the entire collection when they sold for a combined $15.8 million, Sotheby’s will offer the final two sales from the series in New York in June and Geneva in November this year. Daryn Schnipper, Chairman of Sotheby’s International Watch Division said: “A collection such as Masterworks of Time is a barometer for the market, showing a deepening of appreciation for rare watches. I have had the privilege to present many of the masterpieces in the collection over the past decades, over 30 years ago for some of them, and it is fantastic to see that the excitement met by a small group of educated collectors then, has now spread to a much larger, global and transgenerational audience. As we prepare to celebrate Abraham-Louis Breguet in the third sale dedicated to Masterworks of Time next year, we look forward to many more opportunities to share our passion with collectors.”
GOOD TIMING So what are the prospects for Sotheby’s watch auctions in 2020? In 2019, 44 percent of the lots realised prices over their high estimate, with an average lot value of $49,000 (up 10 percent on the previous year). Seven timepieces sold for over $1m (16 over $500,000), and a record number of lots were sold: 3,369, 24 percent more than the previous year. In an ever-expanding globalised market, 100 countries participated in Sotheby’s watch sales (17 percent more than in 2018), with half of the buyers never having taken part in a watch auction at Sotheby’s before. Unsurprisingly, part of the story of growth was an increase in online sales; 56 percent of the lots sold online, four times more than five years ago, with 80 percent of the bidders participating online, and the proportion spent online has more than tripled in the past five years. Many of these online sales were driven by innovative thematic and partner sales. For example in February, an IWC Big Pilot’s watch
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Left George Daniels, London, The Space Traveller I, 1982 Below Frères Rochat, double singing bird cage, circa 1815
that was worn by Oscar nominee Bradley Cooper while attending and performing at the 91st Academy Awards ceremony, sold for $75,000, with proceeds going to the Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Youth Foundation. While Sotheby’s Home, the recently launched luxury online marketplace, started to offer watches in December, perhaps surprisingly pocket watches stole the show in 2019, with the Masterworks of Time auction, featuring one of the most important collections of timepieces remaining in private hands, setting many landmarks. With two additional auctions scheduled in 2020, the first wave of auctions brought in $15.8 million, surpassing the low estimate for the entire 800-watch strong collection, while two of the highest prices of the year were achieved in London in July: a world record for a timepiece by an independent watchmaker and an English watch in George Daniels’ legendary Space Traveller I, at $4.6m—over 30 times the price it set 31 years ago—and a record for a 17th-Century Watch, Jehan Cremsdorff’s masterpiece of an enamel, gold, and diamond verge watch realising $2.7m. When this watch last appeared at auction in 1986, it took collectors by storm, soaring to CHF 1.8 million ($998,336)—then the highest price for any pocket watch ever sold at auction.
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Left Daryn Schnipper, Chairman of Sotheby’s International Watch Division, with Patek Philippe Below Patek Philippe platinum double dial wristwatch with 12 complications, Ref 5002P: Rolex Paul Newman Daytona, Ref 6239
Of more modern watches, pride of place was taken by a 1951 Patek Philippe Reference 2499 first series, which realised US$ 1.5m, while a Skymoon Tourbillon Reference 5002 in pink gold, circa 2011 fetched US$ 1.4m. A 2006 Skymoon Tourbillon, reference 5002p001 fetched US$ 1.1m, while a new record of US$ 979,775 was set for a 1953 Reference 2497 in pink gold: a model with a remarkable case by Emile Vichet. Rolex of course maintained a strong position, with a possibly unique and previously unknown Cosmograph Daytona reference 16528 in yellow gold with red dial and suspended logo, circa 1990 more than doubling the pre-sale low estimate to achieve US$ 541,200 in Hong Kong in October; and a 1968 Rolex Paul Newman Daytona, reference 6239 in yellow gold, selling for US$ 515,500 in Geneva in November.
Clock this A record was set for a contemporary Cartier clock by the Le Temple Chinois au Dragon mystery clock, made for the Chinese market in 1989, soaring to US$1.03m in Hong Kong in April, while a highlight of the Masterworks of Time sale in Geneva in November, a gold, enamel and diamond-set hour striking musical double singing bird cage with timepiece made by Frères Rochat realised US$1.01m. Created for the Chinese market circa 1815, it was one of just three of this type ever made. Finally, in London in July a record for a clock by Vacheron Constantin, was set by a jewellike Art Deco timepiece, circa 1926, achieving US$ 667,467.
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Scheduled for 2020 are online sales in New York from March 4th-11th and in Geneva from March 17th-16th, and sales of Important Watches in Geneva on May 11th, where highlights include a 2016 Patek Philippe Nautilus ref 5711 stainless steel wristwatch with an estimate of CHF 60,000-80,000, and in Hong Kong on July 20th. So is 2020 likely to set any more records for Sotheby’s Watch division? Speaking to Esquire. com, Sam Hines sounded positive: “The fact is that watch manufacturers today churn out thousands of watches, but in contrast, it’s hard to find good quality vintage watches. You need to hunt. Sure, a vintage watch speaks of other times. But there’s also a competition there that, naturally, is all a bit about showing off.” “You see men—and it’s nearly always men— coming together to talk about their watches, often about a certain brand very specific type of watch. These guys get together and all they do is sit there and talk about bezels and casebacks.There are meet-ups like this going on all over the world now.” With information easily available on the internet fuelling this sort of discussion, Hines sees interest in vintage watches particularly continuing to grow. “Before you’d have been rather unusual in your interest in vintage watches and would have to have just walked into an auction house without knowing what they had,” he says. “Now all the information is out there, which drives interest and, of course, makes watches all the rarer.” So for 2020, Sotheby's message for collectors seems to be: ‘watch this space’.
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ART // EXHIBITIONS
change & disruption The 32nd London Art Fair in Islington promised ‘change and disruption’—Arts & Collections viewed the results By john renwick
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Highlights
Above: Jose Ladron de Guevara, Curly Hair Girl, oil on canvas, London Contemporary Art Right: Cathy Lewis, Orlando, cast marble, Bo Lee gallery Opposite: Brendan Stuart Burns, Glimmer, Osborne Samuel Gallery
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eld at the end of January, London Art Fair 2020 at the Business Design Centre in Islington concluded its 32nd edition with reports of robust sales and an overall attendance of 23,000 visitors. Confidence in both modern and contemporary art was evident as the Fair opened with a Preview Evening on Tuesday 21 January, where collectors, institutions and art enthusiasts enjoyed a first look at presentations by 129 galleries from 14 different countries. Sarah Monk, Director of London Art Fair told us: “As we enter a new decade, London Art Fair endeavours to continue reflecting the art market in all its breadth, from established and more traditional mediums to new areas of growth, such as the surge in interest in textile art. We celebrate our heritage through initiatives such as our annual Museum Partnership, whilst also embracing change and disruption through our curated sections which feed our visitors’ and collectors’ appetite for discovery.” The Fair, held in the stylish Business Design Centre in Islington, welcomed many returning galleries alongside new exhibitors from the UK, Europe, Israel, Japan, Singapore and Canada, who enjoyed strong sales across the Fair and specially curated sections.
Highlights included strong sales of Judith Berry and Jessica Quinn by first-time Art Projects exhibitors Art Mûr and Kittoe Contemporary, reflecting the continued interest in contemporary painting. Meanwhile, four paintings by artist Christopher Hanlon, priced between £5,000-£7,000, were sold to a notable collector by Domobaal.
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on the artist’s own handbuilt loom, priced at £6,000-£10,000 each. Textile art was also popular across the Fair as a whole, with Raw Editions selling Grayson Perry’s Marriage Flag for £7,000. Candida Stevens said: “The reception of Threading Forms has been phenomenal. The position of textile art within the wider context of the art market has grown exponentially in recent years and I am delighted that this has been reflected in strong sales at the Fair. While each of the galleries participating in Platform has brought something unique, together the section has become more than the sum of its parts. I hope that visitors who were not previously familiar with the medium will be inspired to explore textiles long after they leave the Fair.”
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We celebrate our heritage… whilst also embracing change and disruption… which feed our visitors’ and collectors’ appetite for discovery.” – Sarah Monk, Director, London Art Fair
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Drawings by the Spanish artist Guillermo Martin Bermejo sold out at James Freeman Gallery, whilst two of David Theobald’s digital works on display in the Screening Room were purchased from a limited edition series of six. Another newcomer, Blond Contemporary, sold a selection of abstract works, while TAG Fine Arts sold multiple works including those by the contemporary British street artist Bambi, who explores contemporary female identity using a traditionally male-dominated medium. Galleries specialising in Modern British art, which has long been a key component of the Fair, also reported healthy sales. Ten enigmatic canvases by Pat Douthwaite were sold for between £7,500- £15,000 each from The Scottish Gallery’s striking presentation of the outsider artist. The Nine British Art sold a cast bronze sculpture and the painting Levant (Cornwall) by Leigh Davis; Crane Kalman Gallery reported strong sales exceeding £100,000; and Beaux Arts sold multiple paintings by David Bomberg, with prices reaching up to £60,000. The curated section, Platform, continued to perform well in its second year, with Candida Stevens’ solo presentation of Alice Kettle selling all twelve works by the artist with prices up to £24,000. Oxford Ceramics Gallery sold all four of their wall-hangings by the pre-eminent British weaver Peter Collingwood, created
Photography continues to be a popular medium at London Art Fair. Peckham-based newcomers ECAD Gallery sold work by all three photographers on their stand—Olga Karlovac, David Magee and Eurivaldo Bezerra—working exclusively in black and white. Meanwhile, The Contemporary London sold eleven prints by Suzanne Moxhay presenting a timely look at the boundaries between nature and man-made objects. The Fair’s annual Photo50 exhibition, which explored the vast pool of talented living female photographers aged over 50, sold six works by artists Sandra Jordan and Kim Shaw. London Art Fair’s Museum Partner for its 2020 edition was Southampton City Art Gallery, who presented stand-out works from their important collection of Modern British and contemporary art by figures including Frank Auerbach, Stanley Spencer and Maggie Hambling, as well as a large Jeremy Deller wall painting installation titled I Love Melancholy. An extensive talks programme took place throughout the Fair with curators, gallerists, artists and other leading figures within the arts industry joining panels exploring art as therapy, code-based art and multi-authored photography, as well as identifying collecting trends for the home and museum. During the Fair’s popular Thursday Late, artist Samantha Humphreys staged an interactive performance responding to the Screening Room’s look at the boundaries between work and play, creating bespoke woodblock artworks for visitors based on their smartphone displays. London Art Fair returns on 20-24 January 2021. www.londonartfair.co.uk
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ART // EVENTS
Toujours
L’Amour In an exhibition where the contrasting topics of art
and science come together, visitors are shown love BY ROBYN WHITE
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Definitions of Love
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rt has explored the theme of love in all its forms since its very beginnings. Some might say that the exploration of love is the staple of the greatest art celebrate in galleries all over the world. But what makes love the ultimate theme for art? Perhaps it is its inexplicable nature and the endless possibilities it presents to express emotion and feeling. While we all experience love, it seems as intangible, fragile and inexplicable as art itself. The De L’Amour exhibition at the Palais de la Découverte in Paris is unprecedented in that it explores love both through art and through science, representing the line where these two meet. The Palais de la Découverte (“Discovery Palace”) was created in 1937 by Jean Baptiste Perrin (awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics, 1926) during an international exhibition on “Arts and techniques in modern life”. In 1938 the French government converted the facility into a museum, which now occupies 25,000 square metres within the west wing of the Grand Palais (Palais d’Antin) built for the Exposition Universelle (1900) to designs by architect Albert-Félix-Théophile Thomas. In January 2010 the museum was merged with the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie under one institution named Universcience with two locations. With the De L’Amour exhibition, though, the Palais takes on a subject which has delighted and baffled artists and scientists alike for centuries.
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De L’Amour opens with the statement: “Love is a thing that affects us all but seems intangible. In turn fragile, passionate, alarming or an allpowerful driving force behind many affairs, it is actually difficult to define.” And so, the exhibition begins its journey in exploring how we can define love. Curator Astrid Aron told Arts & Collections that in creating the exhibition, she wanted to create a situation with the artist where the work reflected love in an understandable way, rather than a complex way that visitors would have to decode. The first part of the exhibition presents the Gallery of Attachments, exploring love in a cultural sense. Astrid explained that “People already have an idea in their head of what love is - this pre-conception needs to be addressed before guests are taken out of their comfort zone and thrust into the scientific explanation of the phenomena.” In order to do this, we are introduced to an element of the Greek language. While in most languages we just ‘love’ and ‘like’, Greek presents us with four different word to define love. Every piece of the Gallery of Attachments is characterised through the prism of these words. The words are érôs (physical desire), storgê (familial love), agápê (goodwill) and philía (friendship).
Above De L’amour explores the science and art of love Opposite page: Popy Matigot, Forever You, from the De L’amour exhibition guide Left, and below: Camille Lebris, Blob 7; Palais de la Decouverte main entrance
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Imperfection
Looking for Love The exhibition revisits famous works of art and poems on the subject of love, as well as recalling familiar mementoes from childhood. Revisiting familiar aspects of a person’s childhood, such as fairy tales and soft toys, is a sure way to make visitors appreciate the concept through familiar associations and connections. Artist Matthieu Lemarié was a driving creator of the exhibition. An artist through drawing, painting, installation and video, he specialises in displaying romantic scenes and ideas through his work. For this exhibition, he designed a collection of familiar stuffed animal toys. In the early 1950s, Donald Winnicott, British psychoanalyst and paediatrician coined the term ‘transitional object’ which refers to the essential function of comforting toys for young children, and why exactly they cling to them. A library within the exhibition, created by Aron, holds a collection of romance novels, all well-known love stories, as well as tales of longing and desire. The idea here is to present visitors with familiar stories of love experienced through a third party. The visitors are able to exchange one of their books for one of the exhibition’s, creating a metaphor for ever developing notions of love in the modern world. The exhibition then pays homage to the modern day and the way people find love and communicate it to others. The use of cinematic techniques and audio do this by using the medium as a way to reflect the modern day.
Above: Mina Perrichon, Un Cerveau Qui Palpite, 2019 Below: Matthieu Lemarié, Tu M’Enerves
Astrid Aron told us: “Cinema is such a big ambassador for love. It’s a big representative of it. So we wanted to use animated decor within the exhibition. It is also a very helpful medium to represent the complexity of the topic.” A projection on the gallery wall is entitled Les Nouveaux Codes Amoureux (New Codes of Love) and shows a phone screen popping up with different love messages. This was created by Morgane Ortin, who also owns the Instagram account @amours_solitaires, where she posts daily text messages from anonymous lovers. This display refers to the way we express ourselves in the modern day and how this contrasts with traditional romantic artists. In her project, Ortin intends to give new legitimacy to love and personal sensibilities. Ortin’s work liberates expressions of intimacy and encourages everyone, men and women alike, to express themselves openly, overcoming shame and modesty. Visitors can read different messages on the projections by choosing one of several themes: family love, fraternal love, friendship, declarations of love, break-ups, seduction and heartbreaks.
While the exhibition embraces a positive view of love and romance on the whole, Astrid Aron demonstrated that it was important to explore the imperfections. A display holding a broken plate, also by Matthieu Lemarié, is entitled Tu M’Enerves, and translates as ‘you are getting on my nerves’. The painting on the broken plate shows a couple fighting and above reads, ‘scène de ménage’ translated as ‘domestic scene’. The plate symbolises the love where emotions get so high and heated that arguments arise. It represents the everyday nature of love and how in its imperfections clash with conventional attitudes to romance. Works by the notorious womaniser Stendhal (Marie-Henri Beyle, 1783-1842) are exhibited through a slide show. In his treatise De L’amour, published in 1822, Stendhal expresses his ill-fated passion with a woman, which was a relationship based on poor judgement. He developed the concept of ‘crystallisation’, by which we lose the ability to perceive faults in the objects of our love. Standhal wrote: “What I call crystallisation is the operation of the mind that draws from all that presents itself the discovery that the loved object has some new perfections.” Astrad Aron says: “And you see in the second part where scientists have explored this and found that actually, when we fall in love certain parts of the brain switch off; the part that controls our judgement.” The De L’Amour exhibition runs until 30th August 2020 at the Palais de la Decouverte.
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A new exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery looks at ordinary moments from the life of David Hockney—and finds something extraordinary
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Knowing Hockney Viewing Hockey’s depictions of his close friends and family feels almost like peeking into a personal diary, one kept dutifully over a lifetime. Drawing from Life reminds us that
Hockney has rarely been an artist-for-hire, paid to churn out flashy likenesses. Instead, his strength is on display when his subject is someone held dear to him. This is seen in a series of drawings depicting Gregory Evans, a former lover. In one piece, he sits moodily in a belted raincoat on a crumbling column stump in Rome. In another, he is drawn sleeping peacefully. As the decades pass, we see Hockney’s perspective of Evans growing up, from a young lover depicted in the nude to an old man slumped in an armchair. And, as expected, there are plenty of pieces depicting Celia Birtwell, perhaps the most famous muse of the country’s most famous living artist. Birtwell and Hockney have been close friends now for over half a century. She spotted him in Portobello Market in 1969 wearing bright colours and thought to herself that he seemed interesting. The two struck up a friendship, their temperaments and artistic sensibilities melding
well together. Birtwell, a textile and fashion designer, had an appreciation for colour that Hockney admired and captured in his numerous pieces of her over the years. One drawing of Birtwell on display at the show exhibits the perfect complements these two are to each other: a young Birtwell is depicted sitting on a green chair, wearing a rich blue and pink patterned dressing gown and bright eyeshadow. Hockney is so good at quietly conveying the emotion he feels—here, with that care, he draws Birtwell’s lovely face and you can feel his fondness for her.
Ageing with Hockney It is one thing to be an artist’s muse when you are young and in Paris, dressed in silk or nothing at all, but these days, it is harder to face her portraits, Birtwell said. “It’s horrible,” said Birtwell, looking at a drawing of her from 2019, on display for the first time in the exhibition. But then she concedes:
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avid Hockney is perhaps best known for his arrestingly colourful paintings depicting swimming pools, verdant flora and other summer scenes. But the acclaimed artist’s oeuvre includes seven decades of work. What would an exhibition of everything—the drawings, etchings, sketches, paintings and digital pieces—reveal about Hockney’s life? That’s what David Hockney: Drawing from Life attempts to answer. The exhibition, on display at the National Portrait Gallery until late June 2020, is the first major showing of the master draughtsman’s drawings in over 20 years. “We are delighted to display David Hockney’s new drawings of his close friends for the first time,” said Dr Nicolas Cullinan, Director of the National Portrait Gallery. There are around 150 works on display, executed across six decades. Notably included are pieces from Hockney’s pivotal and political series, A Rake’s Progress (1961-63) inspired by William Hogarth’s series of the same name. A Rake’s Progress is endlessly fascinating, and the message resonates in our splintered times. The exhibition also dedicates a room to Hockney’s digital art, complete with animated screens showing his work coming together. But the majority of the show—and arguably the magic of it—comes from Hockney’s many drawings, done over the years, of the people he loves most: his friend and muse, Celia Birtwell; his mother, Laura Hockney; his curator, business manager and former lover, Gregory Evans; and his master printer, Maurice Payne. “Drawing not only represents David Hockney’s distinctive way of observing the world but is a record of his encounters with those close to him,” said Sarah Howgate, Curator of the exhibition. “He has returned to this intimate circle over and over again and, because their faces are so familiar to him, achieving a likeness does not distract from the search for a more nuances and psychological portrait that also records the passage of time.” Drawing from Life proves that Hockey’s best pieces are his most intimate, and this collection of work is as intimate as it gets.
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A LIFE OF ART Hockney, who will be 83 this summer, is widely considered to be one of the most influential British artists of the 20th century. After studying at the Royal College of Art, he visited the United States to teach for a brief period in the 1960s. That visit sparked an interest in America, prompting Hockney to split his time between Los Angeles, Paris and England. Today, he lives between Bridlington, London and California. Hockney has enjoyed resounding success during his artistic career. In 2018, his piece Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures) (1972) sold at Christie’s auction house in New York City for £70 million, becoming the most expensive work by a living artist sold at auction. Although the record was broken a year later, it’s a sign of the enduring popularity and influence of David Hockney.
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We only ever see ourselves in the mirror, we never ever see how we really are. [Hockney] sees you as you really are. —Celia Birtwell, muse
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“It’s life! One gets old. It is a reality of who you are and what you look like now. “We only ever see ourselves in the mirror, we never ever see how we really are. [Hockney] sees you as you really are.” David Hockney: Drawing from Life is about just that—drawing life. The exhibition deliberately shows the passage of time, and no one in Hockney’s close circle is safe from it. And actually, it isn’t so horrible—it was wonderful to see all the portraits together, said Birtwell. “I am deeply honoured because there is nobody finer than David. He is an amazing artist and I’m very fond of him.”
HOCKNEY IN PRINT In addition to the exhibition, David Hockney: Drawing from Life, there will be published a book of prints by the same name. Compiled by Howgate, the exhibition’s curator, David Hockney: Drawing from Life will feature an in-depth essay by Howgate, an exclusive interview with Hockney, and a piece from British Museum curator Isabel Seligman exploring the relationship between Hockney, Jean-AugusteDominique Ingres and Pablo Picasso. This title follows A History of Pictures, published last year, written by Hockney himself and co-authored by art critic Martin Gayford. A History of Pictures includes commentary from Gayford and Hockney addressing how and why pictures have been made throughout history. See our review on page 52. David Hockney: Drawing from Life is open at the National Portrait Gallery until 28 June 2020. Tickets are £17-22. Every Friday, the Gallery will make 500 £5 tickets available to anyone under 25.
Opening page: The Student: Homage to Picasso, 1973, Etching, 29 ¾ x 22 ¼” Left: Gregory, Los Angeles, March 31st 1982, composite polaroid 14 ½ x 13 ¼” Above: Celia, Carennac, August 1971, coloured pencil on paper 17 x 14” Below left: Maurice 1998, etching 44 x 30 ½” All © David Hockney, The David Hockney Foundation. Photo Credit: Richard Schmidt Below: David Hockney, © David Parry and the National Portrait Gallery
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The Heart
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Eternally associated with the finest of wines, the regions of France, from Bordeaux to Alsace, and Burgundy to Champagne, offer rich rewards for the visitor
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houghts of France may stretch from the boulevards of Paris to the lavender fields of Provence, from the coasts of Brittany to the beaches of the Mediterranean— but there is one aspect of France which is full to the brim with the most evocative of sensations, and that is the country’s fine wine country.
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by ROBYN WHITE France’s tradition of vinification dates back to Roman times, making it one of the oldest wine producers in the world, but it is also one of the largest, with wines pouring out of regions as diverse as Champagne, Burgundy, Provence, Languedoc, and indeed Bordeaux. Spoiled for choice, the visitor surely
needs some guidance, not only to the most promising regions, but also to the traditions and variations of the grand châteaux. With fine wine available around every corner of the country, wine tours and tastings are a sure way to make sure you try the best each region has to offer.
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Château Grand Puy Lacoste The Modern Age Among Pauillac’s wines, Grand-Puy-Lacoste is considered “a great classicâ€?, capable of aligning its consistent character with the spirit of each vintage. Wines are the expression of their terroir, their climate and their grapes, but they also carry the mark of those who made it. So while showing the utmost respect for the gifts of nature, François-Xavier Borie will proudly refer to Grand-Puy-Lacoste’s “signatureâ€?, which is clearly evident in vertical tastings. The wines have a beautiful, deep color, the aromas are very pure and complex, subtle and refined. Depending on the vintage, one’s first impression may be of ripe fruit or flowers, often toasted notes, spice and vanilla... With time it develops a remarkably full, rich character. In the mouth one is struck by its elegant individuality from the very first impression through the last moments of a finish which affords continual and subtly changing pleasure. The flavors support and amplify its aromatic sensations with a notably large range of fruit, particularly cassis which develops with age. The wines are well-built, with a powerful tannic structure which never loses its silky smoothness. The fourth dimension of Grand-Puy-Lacoste is time. By nature a wine for long ageing, it needs between eight and ten years to reveal its full potential, bringing power and harmony together. Each vintage fully develops after a period corresponding to its profile. “Patience is rewarded with complex aromas of dried fruit, Havana tobacco and cedar wood, smooth tannins and an exceptionally long aromatic finishâ€? Markus del Monego, world’s best sommelier in 1998.
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✦ BORDEAUX In the world of fine wine, Bordeaux is a name that rings out above all others. Perhaps the most famous wine-growing hub of the whole country, there is certainly something special about the city and region of Bordeaux. The city has been producing fine wines for centuries, and has time and time again been recognised as one of the most influential wine production hubs in Europe. Not only does this region produce some of the most expensive bottles of wine to be found, but the affordable bottles also provide excellent value for money, meaning that the delicacy of the region’s produce is truly everyone’s to be enjoyed. A trademark bottle of Bordeaux is characterised by a carefully blended red, made of grape varietals which come together to make some of France’s most notable wines such as Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Part of what makes these wines prized above many others, is the ageing potential that the region offers. The wines will be aged in traditional barrels before bottling, which allows the tannins in the wine to soften, resulting in softness and roundness in taste. The region plays host to the world’s main wine fair, Vinexpo.
Chardonnay grapes—what wine critic Jancis Robinson calls “The most famous vine variety of all”. Burgundy has the highest number of appellations d’origine contrôlée (the French wine classification system) in the whole of France and is often seen as the region with the most concern for terroir, which refers to the complete natural environment in which wine is produced.
✦ CHAMPAGNE The French region of Champagne, lying in the north east of the country, is famous for one type of wine above all others. The famous sparkling white wine that bears the region’s name is a favourite all over the world and is a byword for expense and luxury. EU law states that only wine that comes with this specific region may be called Champagne. Located just 160 kilometres east of Paris, Champagne history plays a significant role in the development of its unique terroir. The principal grapes grown in this region include Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.
✦ RHÔNE The Rhône valley in Southern France produces numerous wines under various appellations. Perhaps the most well-regarded is Côtes du Rhône, known for being a soft red, but it can also be produced as white and rosé, familiarly as Grenache.
✦ ALSACE Alsace, a historical region of France located near the borders of Germany and Switzerland, is famed for its quaint towns, picturesque countryside, and idiosyncratic ways. Known predominantly for its white wine, Alsace draws influence from neighbouring Germany and uses grape varieties similar to those found in German wine. The region is known for producing the notably dry white wine Riesling.
✦ PROVENCE Known for its diverse landscapes of rolling hills, lavender fields, olive groves and the distant peaks of the Southern Alps, Provence has much to recommend it. From the Cote d’Azur to the elegant city of Nice and starstudded Saint-Tropez, Provence is a summer destination and its wine reflects its character. Rosé wine comes into its own here, offering many varieties and perfect backdrops to enjoy, with a château and a vineyard never far away. The region has been making wine for at least 2,600 years and is famed for its Côtes de Provence rosé, made from the Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cinsaut grape varieties.
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✦ BURGUNDY Burgundy lies to the east central part of France and offers some of the country’s most traditional landscapes, architecture and of course, wine. Some of France’s most famous wines are produced here. The region’s trademark is a dark, dry, red wine made from Pinot Noir grapes, and white wine made from
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The Future of French Wine Wine trends change like the seasons. Of course, there will always be a select few favourites that always remain popular, but which wines are hotly tipped for glory?
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rosé wines, and the rediscovery of old varieties may be the main trends. Consumers are more aware that going green is essential to preserve our planet.
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Former rugby player turned winemaker Gérard Bertrand.
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uoted on website Wine List Confidential, these are the tips of the top French winemakers. Former rugby player turned winemaker Gérard Bertrand predicts that growing awareness of going green will have an impact on the trends to come. “Organic wines, rosé wines, and the rediscovery of old varieties may be the main trends. Consumers are more aware that going green is essential to preserve our planet. As a pioneer in biodynamic farming in France, this is something we have believed in for many years,” he said. “That said, making world-class rosé is an extension of our savoir faire. The category can definitively be sustained. We also believe that white varieties have great potential in the market. This year, we’ll extend our Côte des Roses range with a Chardonnay expression
Mathieu Crosnier, director of awardwinning wine maker Domaine Grand Mayne
consumers “loveBritish white wines and especially Sauvignon Blanc. I’m confident this love affair will continue. Mathieu Crosnier
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and a new bottle design.” The director of award-winning wine maker Domaine Grand Mayne, Mathieu Crosnier, also predicts that sustainability will be at the forefront of everyone’s minds, which will stretch to their choice of wines. Commenting on how the world is changing as traditional practises begin to adapt, Crosnier predicts that a vineyard’s name is no longer the catalyst for what drives wine trends. Crosnier predicts: “A very important thing is sustainability. This time when the quality of the wine or the name of the vineyard were the most important thing is over.” “Now, consumers want to drink quality with the assurance of sustainability. The finesse, the freshness, the balance of the wines are a lot more important than the varieties of the grape.” Of course, this raises the question as to what will stay the same with wine trends this year. Deputy director of Central-Loire Valley
Chief Agronomist at Foncalieu winemakers, Gabriel Ruetsch. wines, Edouard Mognetti, says: “British consumers love white wines and especially sauvignon Blanc. I’m confident this love affair will continue.” He continues: “What is changing however, is that they are no longer just looking for a wine, they are looking for stories, for expertise, for terroir.” Chief Agronomist at Foncalieu winemakers, Gabriel Ruetsch, is convinced that good quality pale rosé wine will be the rising star. He recommends “single varietal Versant Grenache rosé from the IGP Pays d’Oc, which, according to the typical style of the region, is both elegant and food friendly, or the Piquepoul rosé, IGP Coteaux d’Enérune, which uses the forgotten grape variety Piquepoul Noir to make a modern style wine.”
Wine Tours ✦
A growing trend among wine collectors and connoisseurs alike is the “wine tour”, combining visits and tastings in some of France’s most beautiful châteaux. A stay in a winery’s château invariably involves sunlit views across vineyards, delicious dinners made from local ingredients and tastings of the wine made on the premises. Although a more traditional château may lack basic hotel amenities such as room service and an ensuite, staying in a château will remove you from the stresses of everyday life and help you go back to basics of wine country. Tours usually include a walk through the vineyards and a guide explaining the wine varietals they use to make each vintage. The tour will usually take guests through to the wine cellars and explain the ageing process, as well as describing the different flavours each barrels will give the wine. Most winery châteaux are based in the rural areas of France, making this escape to the countryside the perfect option for wine lovers who wish to educate their palates while escaping from the stress of everyday life.
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collections // WHISKY
Should you buy whisky for the taste, or as an investment? Tod Bradbury, Head of Rare & Collectable Whiskies at Justerini & Brooks, gives his expert advice
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s a native of Crieff, home of the oldest distillery in Scotland, descendent of a bloodline of whisky experts and as Head of Rare and Collectable Whiskies at Justerini & Brooks, Tod Bradbury brings a deep understanding and passion to the world of Scotch whisky. With access to nearly 30 of the world’s greatest distilleries, Tod can connect buyers with some of the rarest and greatest whiskies. But where should the collector start? “One of the most exciting parts of my position is finding someone who doesn’t like whisky and taking them on a journey of discovery” says Tod. “Perception has changed with the way in which whisky is being consumed. It’s a hugely exciting time. We are moving into a more vibrant, hightempo scene.”
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“There is, most certainly, a school of thought that older whiskies are better - they can of course be extremely rare and highly sought after because of their small quantity and collectors are seeking to own a little piece of history.” “But we are noticing a major rise in clients’ desire to discover the distilleries. By visiting, collectors can enjoy a personal connection to their purchases, the origins of distilleries and those craftsmen and women who work there. Some consider it just as important as the liquid itself.”
Taste So can Tod explain the traditional competition between grain and malt whiskies? “The official regulations state that Scotch malt whisky must be produced from a mash of 100%
malted barley and subsequently distilled in a copper pot Still. In contrast grain whisky can use multiple cereals both malted and un-malted. Corn, wheat or rye tend to be the grains of choice. The perceived wisdom is of course that malt whisky is more desirable, however there are many fantastic blends of grain whiskies too, for example, The Cally 40 Year Old is a personal favourite. “Depending on where you go, Highland, Lowlands or Island distilleries, you may find that the style of whisky varies enormously, therefore this can be a great way to discover the style of whisky you most enjoy. Is it smoky and peaty from Islay, or crisp and fresh from Speyside? Many distilleries have a ‘trademark’ style; you’ll often hear whisky-lovers referring to Talisker as having a ‘chili-pepper’ heat, for example. “Location too can play a significant part in the style, yet the nature of the distillation process means that there is no ‘taste of terroir’ that is akin to the wine-making process. Many processes are completely unique to each distillery. From the water, the
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Tod Bradbury, Head of Rare and Collectable Whiskies, Justerini & Brooks
grain, the malting process that is used to the stills and the maturation process. Scotch whisky is about the ingredients and the casks, as much as it is the people who make it. The carefully considered decisions that take place in the distillery to make these golden liquids. Whiskies such as Coal-Ila, Lagavulin and Port Ellen all hail from Islay—a remote and beautiful location, in fact this is one of my favourite islands to visit.” If you are baffled by terms like ‘cask strength’, ‘chill filtering’, and ‘natural colour’, Tod recommends a visit to a distillery, or joining a whisky club and attending a tasting—there are also websites such as Malts.com and the Scotch Whisky Association.
Whisky Record Sale A 30-year-old whisky sherry hogshead cask from the Macallan Distillery achieved US$572,000, setting a new world auction record for a whisky cask at Bonhams’ sale of Fine and Rare Wine and Whisky on 15 November 2019
Ghosts One notable trend among collectors is to look for product from ‘ghost’ or ‘silent’ distilleries, which are no longer producing whisky. The end of production at distilleries such as The Cally, Glenury Royal, and Port Ellen and Brora, both of which closed in the ‘80s, means that they will never produce whisky again, but stocks remain if you know where to look. Justerini & Brooks, founded in 1749, offers a bespoke broking platform putting buyer and sellers together, but Tod says that whisky buying should always be done for pleasure— “Our simple advice is to always buy something you are happy to drink for the price you paid, as investments can go down, as well as up! We are of course on hand to advise on our top picks.” As for advice on how to actually consume the ‘golden drop’, Tod’s advice is clear—“You can drink whisky however you like it—with water, without, on the rocks… the great thing about whisky is, it works in many ways. Over the years it has sparked trends in: fruit punches, sparkling long serves, hot toddies, not to mention a raft of cocktails. Glassware can be as unique or as personal as the whisky itself. I tend to stick to a Glencairn style glass for nosing and tasting. For a high ball, a crystalcut tall glass always hits the spot!”
Above and right: One of Tod Bradbury’s top tipples, The Cally 40, and a traditional distillery
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BOOK REVIEWS
From the architecture of Zaha Hadid to the paintings of David Hockey, and the art of Piranesi to the arcana of Viktor Wynd, we select some stunning and edifying titles to grace your bookshelves and coffee table
A HISTORY OF PICTURES David Hockney & Martin Gayford I Thames & Hudson, £19.95 I www.thameshudson.co.uk Subtitled ‘from the cave to the computer screen’, this consideration of how we can give an account of what we see tackles the question of how to get a 3D world onto a 2D surface. Hockney and Gayford consider images from Japanese woodblock prints to Disney cartoons, and Velasquez to Eisenstein films, in an effort to connect film, photography and painting. This new compact paperback edition has a revised final chapter to reflect advances in digital art, such as Hockney’s 2018 stained-glass windows. Eloquent and fascinating, though of the 315 illustrations, Hockney’s minimal iPad image on the cover perhaps does the least to promote the book’s attractions.
THE UNNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM Viktor Wynd I Prestel, £35 I www.prestel.com A catalogue raisonné of eccentric artist and collector Viktor Wynd’s Museum of Curiosities, this menagerie of shrunken heads, mummified mermaids, Papuan penis gourds and stuffed animals is not for the fainthearted. Featuring photographs by Oskar Proctor and illustrations by Theatre of Dolls, the twelve chapters, with titles such as Confessions of a MassMurdering Aurelian, give some structure to Wynd’s strange alternate universe of pagan symbols and preserved horrors. In the words of surrealist André Breton, “The marvellous is always beautiful, anything marvellous is beautiful, in fact only the marvellous is beautiful.”
THE COMPLETE ZAHA HADID Philip Jodidi I Taschen, £50 I www.taschen.com From Olympic venues to a world-class airport, this monograph gathers the complete works of the first female architect ever to win the Pritzker prize and one of the greatest architects of the 21st century: Zaha Hadid. Photographs, indepth texts, and Hadid’s own drawings trace her integrated universe of building, furniture, and interior design, including the astonishing Port House in Antwerp. A 672-page monolith with two multi-lingual editions, this is a fitting celebration of the work of the revolutionary architect, who died in 2016.
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PIRANESI DRAWINGS Sarah Vowles I Thames & Hudson, £20 I www.thameshudson.com This year marks 300 years since the birth of the Venetian, Giovanni Battista Piranesi. In collaboration with the British Museum, which has one of the largest collections of Piranesi prints and an exhibition running until August, Sarah Vowles, the museum’s Hamish Swanston Curator of Italian and French Prints and Drawings, presents this celebration of his dramatic etchings of the architecture and antiquities of his adopted city, Rome. With many images published here for the first time, including the spontaneous primi pensieri or first drafts, this 144-page book is the only publication to show drawings from Piranesi’s entire career, portraying his development as a draughtsman, but also as an artist, with the flights of fancy in the prison series Le Carceri. Fine reproduction, and for collectors, detailed notes on provenance are a bonus.
ENTRE NOUS Mary Russell, Pierre Passebon I Flammarion, £22.50 I https://editions.flammarion.com This petite 88-page hardback is a gorgeously evocative collection of characterful black-and-white images photographed by Mary Russell in the 1960s and 1970s. As Paris fashion correspondent for Glamour, Vogue and the New York Times, as well as a photo stylist for the likes of David Bailey, Helmut Newton and Tony Snowden, Russell joined a bohemian elite of music, fashion and movie stars, the ‘beautiful people’ circulating between Saint Moritz, Saint-Tropez and Venice. Warhol, Lagerfeld, Picasso, Saint Laurent, Jerry Hall, Diane von Furstenberg, Jane Birkin, Michael York, and of course Mick and Keef feature. Glorious stuff.
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Gaston Leroux, Taylor Dolan I The Folio Society, £49.95 I www.thefoliosociety.com One of the greatest gothic horror novels ever written, Gaston Leroux’s atmospheric adventure has long been eclipsed by the popularity of its musical adaptation, but this lavish new edition returns the text to centre stage. This edition uses the 2012 Oxford World’s Classics translation by David Coward, and is bound in screen-printed cloth with seven macabre colour illustrations, including two double-page spreads, and 27 black-and-white chapter openings by Taylor Dolan, whose grounding in the theatre informs the saturated colours and poster-like style of her art. An introduction by Simon Callow completes a lavish package.
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KIMONO Anna Jackson, Editor I V&A £40 I www.vam.ac.uk/shop Putting the traditional Japanese kimono into a more modern context, this beautifully illustrated 350-page book, based on the exhibition at the V&A, uses images from Star Wars to David Bowie and Björk to counter misconceptions that the garment is unchanging and timeless. The cultural and sartorial significance of the kimono is explored in historical and contemporary contexts, both in Japan and the West, with over 250 kimono and kimono-inspired garments from the V&A and collections around the world, revealing its sartorial influence on fashion designers such as Issey Miyake, John Galliano and Alexander McQueen. A stunning and revealing volume which makes a visit to the exhibition essential.
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Salvador Dalí’s surreal works speak directly to our subconscious; dreamlike and psychedelic, they can now be experienced in an immersive exhibition in Provence By john renwick
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new exhibition entitled Dalí, l’énigme Sans Fin (‘Dali: the Endless Enigma’) runs at the Carrières de Lumières Art Centre in Les Baux-de-Provence, France, from 6 March 2020 until 3 January 2021. Encompassing more than sixty years in the career of the Catalan master, the immersive show takes place in conjunction with exhibits of the original paintings around the world (at the Gala-Salvador Dalí Foundation at Figueres, the Dalí Museum in Florida, the Reina Sofía Museum in Madrid, and MoMA in New York). These works, which can be interpreted on so many levels, will be brought together in the spectacular multimedia space in Les Bauxde-Provence, where images are projected directly onto the rocks of a limestone quarry. Displayed and brought to life on the floors and 16m-high walls, visitors will be able to observe every detail of the brushstrokes, lines, and material effects of masterpieces including The Persistence of Memory, the Face of Mae West (Usable as Surrealist Apartment), Atomic Leda, and The Temptation of Saint Anthony. The exhibition also features drawings, photographs, installations, films and archive images, and is accompanied by the music of Pink Floyd.
Mystical Born in 1904 in Figueres and inspired by the greatest masters of painting, ranging from Velasquez, Raphael, Michelangelo and Vermeer to Millet, Dalí’s work ranged from cubism and surrealism to his later mystical works. Pervading themes include the inspiration of his wife Gala, and the image of the egg, to Dalí a symbol of purity, perfection and resurrection. Visitors to the exhibition will discover the works of the young painter and, in particular,
The EndlesS Enigma those he painted in the village of Cadaqués, where he met his wife-to-be Gala (then married to Paul Eluard). The couple moved to Portliggat in 1930. Dalí’s visual imagery was formed by the landscapes of his childhood as well as by the European avant-garde artists and the theatre. His love of art and the theatre grew in the 1930s. Exiled in the United States, between 1940 and 1948, Dalí took part in various projects such as the creation of costumes, theatre sets, and opera and film scenarios. He co-wrote with Luis Buñuel the scenario of the film Un Chien Andalou, worked with Alfred Hitchcock and Walt Disney, and met the photographers Man Ray, Brassaï, Cecil Beaton, and Philippe Halsman. In 1950, he become friends with Robert Descharnes, who worked with him for forty years. The photographer created the preparatory photos for his works and compiled the photographic and sound archives of the life of Dalí.
Soft clocks Dalí remains, though, best known for his surreal works such as his most famous, Persistence of Memory, made in 1931 during a period of poverty and instability in Spain. The ‘soft clocks’ picture features the rocks of Portlligat and deformed pocket watches indicating different times. This retrospective exhibition, associated with the music of the legendary 1960s group Pink Floyd, will take visitors on a timeless journey that awakens the subconscious and buried thoughts, in which Dalí’s oeuvre remains a mystery and an endless enigma. www.salvador-dali.org www.carrieres-lumieres.com
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At the age of six I wanted to be a cook. At seven I wanted to be Napoleon. And my ambition has been growing steadily ever since, along with my delusions of grandeur.
“ Top: Salvador Dalí The Persistence of Memory, 1931 Oil on canvas, 24 cm × 33 cm Above: Salvador Dalí My Wife Nude, Contemplating Her Own Flesh Becoming Stairs, Three Vertebrae of a Column, Sky and Architecture, 1945 Oil on wood panel, 61 x 52 cm Left: Dalí, l’énigme Sans Fin (‘Dali: the Endless Enigma’) at the Carrières de Lumières Art Centre
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ART // EXHIBITIONS
New Pictures
from Paradise German photographer Thomas Struth’s retrospective at the Guggenheim Bilbao showcased a diverse career. By Renée Pfister
Below: Thomas Struth: Crosby Street, Soho, New York 1978, 1978 Inkjet print 26 × 33 1/10 in 66 × 84 cm
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CONFLICT In Sala 202 we can experience the Lindberg Project. Invited by Director Dieter Schwartz from the Winterthur Museum, in 1990, Struth created the series Dandelion Room for the expanding Lindberg Hospital. The calm and serene images of flowers and landscapes
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Thomas Struth : Kyoko and Tomoharu Murakami, Tokyo 1991, 1991 Inkjet print 59 2/5 × 73 3/5 in 151 × 187 cm
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It was not my intention to work in the field of photography, my aim was to move in the field of art.
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woodlands from around the globe erupt with vitality and exude harmony and tranquillity, away from the daily hustle and bustle. These increasingly scarce wonderlands draw attention to our imbalance with nature.
NATURE Above:Thomas Struth’s photo workshop at the Guggenheim Bilbao
Thomas Struth: Mountain, Anaheim 2014, 2014 Chromogenic print 83 1/2 × 130 9/10 in 212.1 × 332.4 cm
reveal Struth’s caring and empathic approach towards the hospital’s patients. These natural impressions would provide solace during treatment of patients often under medical care for prolonged periods of time, attempting to connect occupants with the outside world. Opposite the Lindberg Project we encounter images of the continuing conflict between Israel and Palestine. Struth was invited amongst others to participate in a project called This Place, by the French photographer Frédéric Brenner. Ruins, destruction, no-go-zones, abandonment and daily life from the occupied West Bank were placed next to serene Swiss landscapes and gentle blossoms. The Disneyland series in Sala 203 conveys Struth’s fascination with amusement parks. Anaheim in California, the only Disney theme
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park completed under the direction of Walt Disney, was an ideal place for his exploration. Ride Anaheim (2013), a chromatic print, catapults the viewer into an ‘Inferno de Dante’, a 21st century fantasmagoria. Indeed, it is the intention of leisure entertainment to connect us with our imagination and primeval instincts. Pond Anaheim (2013) and Crack (2009), possess a dream-like vocabulary, heightened by the absence of Disney personages and the public. The surrounding rocks and greenery are even more pronounced, exposing a kind of hyperreal tension. The large-scale c-print sequence New Pictures from Paradise from the late nineties is presented in Sala 209. Here, Struth dives into the earthly fabric of space and time—no beginning—no end. Lush rainforests and
His latest body of work combined with some earlier pieces headed under the topic Nature & Politics, in Sala 208, is arguably the most moving. Images of scientific advancements, which Struth observed at several research centres in Europe and the USA, such as CERN and NASA, contrasted with images of deceased exotic animals who had died of natural causes in their menagerie along with works depicting surgical procedures at Berlin’s Charité Hospital. These compositions are a testimony to Struth’s endless curiosity and profound compassion. They demonstrate a leap from the memento mori to 21st century cutting-edge technology. The exhibition closed with an exciting programme including a workshop with Struth himself, in which five photographers selcted by the Guggenheim presented a range of work from which Struth discussed and choose the best. He asked critical questions about their intentions, selected topics, printing and technical methods, provided honest opinions, offered suggestions on progressing their objectives and referred to his own practice and experiences. Receiving this counsel was tremendously beneficial and greatly appreciated, a generous gesture by an artist of Struth’s calibre. Concluding with an exclusive concert with Struth’s friend and collaborator, guitarist Frank Bungarten, and a lecture by another friend, particle physicist Professor James Beacham, the Guggenheim’s curatorial approach towards his work demonstrated both Thomas Struth’s creative vigour and the way in which his ground-breaking practice is anchored in the arena of art.
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COLLECTIONS // CLOCKS
Travelling through T I M E How does a master craftsman go about reproducing a classic period clock? Arts & Collections spends precious time with Matthew King to find out. BY CHRIS JENKINS
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he name of John Harrison is inextricably woven into British maritime history. A carpenter by trade, raised in Lincolnshire, Harrison began building longcase clocks with wooden mechanisms at an early age, and by his mid-30s was acknowledged as building the world’s most accurate clocks. He developed and innovated over many years (one of his ideas was to use the self-lubricating wood lignum vitae so the clock mechanism needed no oil), and eventually provided a genuine solution to the age-old problem of sea-farers, how to measure longitude—the east-west position on the globe. This was such a valuable facility that the government had offered a reward of £20,000 (equivalent to over £3m today) to whoever could crack the problem.
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Harrison’s marine chronometers and sea watches have become legendary among collectors, so when Matthew King was commissioned to restore the case of a clock built in 1726 by John (and James) Harrison, it was a life-changing opportunity. “I must admit that I was a little disappointed when I saw the clock initially, as the case had received some unsympathetic treatment at various stages in its past” Matthew told us. “The client’s brief along with the imperative to respect the clock’s historical values and consider the human interventions that had taken place in the clock’s structures and fabric tested my imagination. I was set to satisfy all requirements to the limit!”
REPLICAS Based in Surrey, restorer and clockmaker Matthew King has over three decades of experience working on period clock cases and important furniture pieces. Rather than just following pre-existing processes, Matthew’s work focuses on finding solutions to overcome faults in old objects, requiring great imagination and resulting in beautiful bespoke results for his clients, often requiring him to learn new skills in the process. The restoration work on the Harrison clock case, he says, “Inspired me to make a replica of the earliest Harrison clock of 1713. I spent a lot of time researching Harrison’s own work. There are only three known examples of Harrison’s early clocks: just one of these can function, and apart from a fragment, all the original cases are lost. This meant I had no guide or direction to draw from other than the clocks themselves. Gaining access to these few remaining clocks was a challenging task in itself, but I was fascinated to explore how these might have appeared when first built and learn more about their initial timekeeping and functionality. This was a crucial part of staying true to the original Harrison creations. “To ensure the replica was as accurate as possible, I actually built a full-size replica case which could be disassembled into individual elements, just so I could use it as a template to produce the first case. Alongside this as a guide, I also produced a 3D measured drawing which detailed every component on the movement and every detail of the wheel work and tooth profiles. “I used the same procedure for the movement frame and plates. I produced the wooden wheels, which are made up from tooth sectors inset into the solid body of the wheels and created the movement components—all 410 of them—by hand. Interacting with such an important heritage piece required sensitivity to all aspects and I applied my own principles to the process to define and deliver
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Above: Clockmaker John Harrison in P. L. Tassaert’s half-tone print of Thomas King’s original 1767 portrait Left and below: Matthew King and his reproduction of John Harrison’s clock case and all-wood mechanism
the best possible outcome for the piece. “The whole process was totally engaging and truly a passion project. Like a good book, it was hard to put down! Getting the clock running and keeping good time was very rewarding but at times, progressing the build was like moving through fog; while the end goal was in my mind, often it was not in clear view. The replica took seven years to research and build in total and like many long projects, you must create your own pathway and have faith that you will eventually arrive at your destination! “There is no doubt now that I have a whole new level of appreciation for the scale of Harrison’s achievement. On top of this, I have learnt a huge amount about building an accurate clock, collaborated with new colleagues on one of my biggest projects to date and liaised with the Science Museum, The Clockmakers’ Museum and National Trust—where these original Harrison clocks are now kept.”
HISTORY Matthew says that the project has confirmed his ideas of the important role of replicas in keeping history alive. Creating replicas, he says, can educate and improve public engagement, especially when historical originals may be too fragile for display or public exhibition. They therefore also preserve the remains of the precious original. “This is especially significant in the case of dynamic objects such as clocks, in which wear on the mechanism might eventually cause unacceptable ‘self-harm’”. But the replication process also conserves historic craft practices required to make an accurate model. Horologists that specialise in wooden clocks are very rare indeed, and the expert knowledge and skills required for this work also need to be passed down to future generations. So what could follow such a demanding and fulfilling project for Matthew? “Following my learnings from developing this Harrison replica and the work I did on the later-period Harrison clocks, I am now working on a contemporary styled wooden constructed timepiece with all the spirit and precision of a Harrison, featuring the historically innovative mechanics and “grasshopper” escapement to clearly understand and appreciate the innovation in motion. “This replica development has considerably shaped my future ambitions, and I will continue to build more clocks for clients and for my own research, travelling through time and exploring history in the process.” For more insight into Matthew’s work on the Harrison replica, as well as classic items from Stradivarius violins to Bugatti cars, visit the website www.timetravellerclocks.com.
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COLLECTIONS // CARS
THE ESSENCE OF MOTORING
BY CHRIS JENKINS
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he 32nd Techno-Classica Essen held from 25-29 March 2020 will see the capital of the Ruhr region becoming again the centre of the classic car world. This is the premier world show for vintage, classic and prestige automobiles, motorsport, motorcycles, spare parts, restoration and collectors’ club meetings. Featuring an exhibition area of 120,000 square metres divided into 12 halls, plus four open air areas, the show is likely to attract more than 1,250 exhibitors from 30 nations, and more than 200 clubs and interest groups,
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as well as having more than 2,700 collector automobiles for sale. More than 190,000 visitors are expected from over 46 nations for the show, now more than 30 years old. Each year the gigantic range available in the 12 fair halls and four outdoor sites includes the classic vehicles for every taste and wallet, from the likes of an affordable 1990s Opel Kadett to a multi-million Euro supercars. In 2019, strong sales seemed to indicate some recovery in the classic car market after a couple of difficult years. By the Saturday of the fair, Nick Aaldering, Managing Director of the Dutch trade professional “Gallery Aaldering”, had already sold nine precious vehicles in the six-figure Euro range from his 30 vintage vehicles on offer - from an Aston Martin DB 4 right up to the Maserati 3500 GT Spider. “The buyers have become more critical. However, anybody offering their automobiles at realistic prices will quickly find purchasers,” he said at the time.
VALUE Martin Stromberg, Managing Director of Classic Data from Bochum, one of the oldest and market-leading companies for the valuation of classic vehicles in Germany,
agreed with the impression: “After a hype in the past years, the classic vehicle market has, since the end of 2017, begun to calm down and become more predictable again it has consolidated on a high level” he said. Internationally renowned dealers such as Eberhard Thiesen from Hamburg, Gerhard Wolf, Managing Director of Auto Toy Store in Starnberg, and Anton van Dyke, Director of Classic Park in the Netherlands, also reported good sales results. Jonathan Kaiser, Director of Sports Classics of London, reported a successful premiere at Techno-Classica: six valuable classic vehicles from Aston Martin were presented, one of which, a perfectly restored Aston Martin DB 5 Convertible, was chosen as Best of Show by a jury selected by the organiser S.I.H.A. In addition to the traditional auction by Coys, leading vehicle auction house RM Sotheby’s, appearing in Germany for the first time, staged an auction of vintage vehicles which recorded an 86 percent sale rate on its 229 vehicles, with a total take of €18.7m. The most expensive vehicle sold was MercedesBenz 540 K Cabriolet A from 1937, reaching €2.25m.
IMAGES: © TECHNO CLASSICA ESSEN/SIHA.DE
Held each year in Essen, Germany, TechnoClassica is the centre of the classic car universe. Arts & Collections looks forward to the 2020 show
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HISTORY But Techno-Classica isn’t all about history; three major makes premiered new models at the fair, including Volvo with the S60 premium saloon, shown to the German public for the first time, Alfa Romeo unveiling an Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Racing in Formula 1 team colours, one of a batch limited to ten vehicles, and Jaguar Land Rover Classics giving a European premiere of the Jaguar E-Type Zero with an electric drive, based on a classic Jaguar E-Type from the 1960s. Mercedes-Benz Classic surprised visitors with a unique parade of six of the C111 research and record vehicles, an unrestored Mercedes-Benz 300 SL which had been found in a barn and came from the range offered by Mercedes-Benz All Time Stars was immediately sold straight off the booth. Sascha Oliver Neumann, spokesman for Volkswagen Classic, commented: “As the largest automobile manufacturer in the world, Volkswagen is presenting its history under the motto ‘The World of Classic Volkswagen Vehicles’ - The global fair Techno-Classica is the place predestined for this.” In 2019, around 200 vintage vehicle and make clubs presented themselves and their
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Opposite: Ford GT racers put through their paces at Essen
Top: Cars are the stars but accessories add value Above: Gleaming coachwork at Techno Classica last year
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The classic vehicle market has, since the end of 2017, begun to calm down and become more predictable again– it has consolidated on a high level. Martin Stromberg, MD, Classic-Data.
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services, in many cases on decorated with scenes from automotive history. For the first time, the 160,000-member Porsche Club of America presented at Techno-Classica— another indication of the internationality of the premier classic vehicle fair. Classic car associations ranging from the German DEUVET and ADAC to the world vintage vehicle association FIVA presented everything from collectors’ and connoisseurs’ vehicles, model cars, art, car literature with new book presentations and autograph sessions, classic vehicle services, spare parts and information about upcoming vintage vehicle events.
Preview So this year’s event, taking place from March 25 to 29 2020, has a good deal to live up to. Preview “Happy Day” attracts an entrance charge of €40, while the standard charge for other days is €22 as an adult and €18 as a teenager or student. Either way there will be plenty to see from the major names, as well as from classic dealers, racing specialists and customisers. Top: Racing legends tested on the circuit Left: Supercars line up for comparison
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Mercedes-Benz will be launching the new SLS and presenting super sports cars from the last 100 years, from the 1902 Mercedes Simplex right up to the C111 and the SLR McLaren. BMW will celebrate the BMW 328’s success in the 1940 Mille Miglia, and present highlights from the history of the Mini. This year also marks the 30th anniversary of the BMW G/S, the first multiple-cylinder Enduro motorbike, and the 25th anniversary of the BMW M3. Volkswagen will show the VW Iltis which won the Paris Dakar rally 30 years ago, and two 40-year-old NSU-developed VW K70s, as well as a tribute to the Beetle. Audi, part of the VW Group, will mark 30 years of the Quattro.
VICTORY Porsche will celebrate its first Le Mans victory 40 years ago, when Hans Herrmann and Dick Attwood triumphed over the rest of the field in a 917, and will show the 911 GT1 98, in which the Porsche works team took their 16th overall win in Le Mans in 1998 On the occasion of the rollout of the new RCZ coupé, Peugeot will be presenting a retrospective of the Peugeot coupé tradition.
The plan is to exhibit, among others, a Peugeot 404 coupé, a 504 coupé and the 104 Z, a wink to the small 104 coupé from the 1970s. Volvo will be putting on a very special show of 75 years of the PV 36 Carioca - a streamlined design named after a Brazilian dance fashionable at the time. The Swedes will be exhibiting three of the 400 PV36s built. More big names, such as Ferrari, Bentley, Bugatti and Seat promise exciting displays which at this stage are tightly under wraps. Together with a mass of vintage car dealers, automotive suppliers with a range of products for classic cars, manufacturers of high-quality tools and workshop fittings and over 250 spare parts suppliers, and even 75 dealers in model cars, Techno-Classica also attracts collectors of automotive art and paper memorabilia paintings, posters, brochures and other kinds of literature. With some 30 art dealers, 40 professional suppliers of paper memorabilia, and many automobilia sellers. Visitors will be able to entertain themselves with a range of products that exceeds those available at other shows in terms of both quantity and quality. Happy motoring! www.siha.de
Top: Mercedes classics catch the eye Above: Bunnygirls assemble at Mercedes Fan World
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TEA // LUXURY
A Taste for Fine TEA With luxury teas back in fashion, we asked expert Aneta Aslakhanova for a guide to the mystique of the leaf BY CHRIS JENKINS
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ea was introduced to England in the late 17th century, and was regarded as a luxury reserved for the wealthy; it was not until the popularisation of ‘afternoon tea’ by the 7th Duchess of Bedford in the 1840s that it became part of a social ritual. By the 19th century lower taxation meant the price of tea had dropped and was enjoyed by all social classes. A massive change came about in the early 20th century when the teabag was invented by Thomas Sullivan. Now over 90 percent of our tea is consumed in teabags rather than as loose leaf, and the industrialisation of tea production has meant a decline in the quality of tea, and a rise in the popularity of flavoured teas. But Aneta Aslakanova believes that “Quality teas are making a comeback—people want to consume healthier and higher quality products.” Aneta’s 20-year career in tea started in 2000 in the position of marketing manager for Newby Teas in Russia. Now Global Marketing Director of Newby London (www.newbyteas.com) she is also honorary director for the Chitra Collection, the largest private collection of historic teawares in the world, collected by Newby’s Chairman Mr. Sethia (www.chitracollection.com). She’s well qualified, then, to comment both on the qualities that make a fine tea and on how to enjoy it. “There are many factors which combined will create fine tea”, Aneta tells us, “from the place where the tea bushes grow, the altitude, the quality of the soil, the amount of sun, the climate, the way the tea is plucked, the expertise of people who process the tea, and of those who make the final selection and blending, to the
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way the tea is transported, stored, preserved, packed and finally, to the way it is brewed. Fine tea can only be made with great expertise and passion!”
A GUIDE TO TEA JARGON
AROMA
fresh leaves to dry, either in the open air or in a special room
So we should all pay close attention to Aneta’s tips for making the perfect cup of tea. “Fine tea requires time”, she reminds us. “Use loose leaf and make it in a teapot. Watch the leaves unfurl and inhale that aroma: it’s an experience on its own. “There is no good tea without good water. Use clean fresh water, always, never re-boil. Always filter your tap water or buy spring water with mild mineral content - soft water is best for tea. You cannot make a good cup of tea from a poor quality leaf. Good quality loose-leaf is best and is more sustainable than teabags. Fine tea needs no additives, so no milk, sugar, lemon or honey should be added.” So should we treat tea with the same sort of respect usually reserved for fine wine? Certainly, argues Aneta, citing the example of the world’s most expensive tea, Da Hong Pao. “This means ‘Big Red Robe’ in Mandarin and refers to the robe of Ming Emperor who covered tea bushes as a sign of gratitude for his mother’s miraculous recovery from illness. These bushes still exist today in the Wuyi Mountains, and are protected by Chinese government. According to some sources, teas planted from these few ancient bushes sell for up to 20 million dollars a kilo. Tea is shrouded in mysteries like this, and I find that fascinating!”
◆Withering – the process of allowing
◆Rolling – the twisting and breaking
of leaves to release natural enzymes and start fermentation ◆Fermentation – the oxidisation of
green tea leaves to make black and oolong teas by exposure to the air ◆Orthodox – using the traditional
production guidelines of withering, rolling, fermentation, firing and drying ◆Unorthodox – the majority of
industrial tea production using crushing, tearing and cutting techniques ◆English Breakfast – a blend of black
teas usually from Assam, Sri Lanka and Kenya, popularised by Queen Victoria ◆Earl Grey – again, a blend of black
teas, but flavoured with bergamot oil and normally taken without milk ◆Pekoe – a grade of small, whole-leaf
tea ◆SF+ – Super Finest Plus, a grade of
tea of exceptional quality
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A CO LLECTIO N O F LUXU RY TEA CAD D I ES Newby by Matthew Williamson presents three loose leaf teas in eye-catching caddies illustrated by the designer. Stir the senses with beautifully bespoke tea blends; Jasmine Rose Garden, Maharaja’s Breakfast and Exotic Earl Grey.
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◆ Partnering with yú teahouse, the three-star Michelin rated Lung King Heen restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong presents a tableside tea ceremony performance for guests every evening. In Hong Kong, tea drinking is an art form, and the sequence of steps to serving tea is both mesmerising to watch and at the same time, educational. This mindful activity invites you to slow down and appreciate the present moment.
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There is something in the nature of tea that leads us into a world of quiet contemplation of life. - Lin Yutang, 1895-1976
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The Art of Tea Appreciation
◆ There are eight tea categories to choose from, and the tea master will show you the best tea to drink in every season for gaining optimal health benefits.
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Fine tea can only be made with great expertise and passion!”
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◆ If necessary, the tea master will wash the leaves—not all types need to be washed. The tea master will then warm the tea cups with hot water, so when water is poured on the tea leaves, the aroma will permeate the air. ◆ The tea connoisseur, it’s to be noted, fills the cup only three quarters full; the remaining quarter is said to be filled with gratitude from the host. ◆ The tea master goes through three steps on how to appreciate tea: observing the colour, testing the taste by swirling the tea in the mouth, then noticing the after-taste. ◆ After this mini experience, you will take away the basics of tea appreciation and one of the most important things—the proper way of holding a Chinese tea cup. www.fourseasons.com/hongkong
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LUXURY // AVIATION
FREEDOM
of the skies BY CHRIS JENKINS
The Pilatus PC-12 NGX offers luxury and flexibility
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hartering a business aircraft has become a lot easier with the advent of centralised online platforms. Rather than having to negotiate the complex aviation industry with little support, it’s now possible to fly anytime, anywhere, at a moment’s notice. Many high net worth individuals appreciate the benefit of not having to share a flight, and another incentive to avoid the major airlines is that aviation rental customers have access to large fleets covering the full spectrum of cabin classes from light to midsize, and super-mid to long-range. If privacy isn’t a essential, saving options are available including flightsharing, by which you create the charter and get flight credits when anyone purchases your extra seats. Using increasingly popular charter apps
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you can sell seats on your charter flights or book yourself seats on an existing flight—just search on your app for where you want to go and when you want to fly. It’s possible to charter a wide range of aircraft from turboprops to heavy jets, with comfortable modern cabins and facilities such as Wi-Fi. At the high end of the market, long-range planes with cabins created by world-class designers, provided with crew, catering and all modern luxuries are available.
PRIVATE PLANE The latest generation of luxury business aircraft offer accessibility to shorter runways, lower operating economics, improved flight handling qualities, quieter cabins and a wide selection of cabin configurations. For instance the Pilatus PC-24 Super
Versatile Jet can operate from short unpaved runways (893 m), and is the only non-military light jet that can land on unimproved runways, such as grass or gravel. This means you can fly closer to your final destination, cutting journey time. The PC-24’s cabin volume tops business jets costing almost twice as much, and the ultra-luxurious interior has been designed for quick and easy reconfiguration. The Pilatus aircraft, often thought of as the ‘Sport Utility Vehicles’ of the skies, make it possible to turn the opportunity of using smaller landing areas into tangible and practical versatility, in all the comfort, style, safety and dependability of Swiss manufacturing. Pilatus’ popular PC-12 turboprop aircraft is renowned for its comfort, versatility and short field landing capabilities, and has recently been
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For speed, security and comfort, nothing beats private flying—but does it have other attractions too?
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PRECISE LIKE A SWISS WATCH MOVEMENT – BUT AHEAD OF ITS TIME The world’s first Super Versatile Jet takes off! True to our Swiss heritage, the PC-24 is brilliant not only in performance and beauty – but also in practicality. From our unmatched reputation for precision comes knowledge: the PC-24 embodies all of this experience and represents the pinnacle of 80 years of careful aircraft manufacturing. Fly the Swiss way with the PC-24 – contact us now! www.pilatus-aircraft.com
Call Oriens Aviation, your nearest Authorised Pilatus PC-24 Sales Centre for further information: + 44 (0) 7780 811 691. www.oriensaviation.com
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The luxurious interior of the Dassault Falcon 8X
upgraded to the PC-12 NGX, with an improved engine, smarter avionics and a further upgrade on its luxury executive cabin designed in collaboration with BMW Designworks. The PC-12 NGX features fully reclining executive seats, taller seat backs, and even more seated headroom. The PC-12 NGX is crafted to reflect the unique styles of discerning customers— fine European leather, custom hand-stitching, and a wealth of designs appeal to a multitude of personalities, and the aircraft can be outfitted with the latest in Wi-Fi, entertainment, and connectivity technologies. This third generation of the PC-12 airframe is claimed to be the most advanced single-engine turboprop ever, building on the experience gathered from the worldwide PC-12 fleet of over 1,700 aircraft with more than seven million flight hours. High residual values, low operating costs, and proven safe operation easily explain why the PC-12 has earned an untarnished reputation as one of the best investments in business aviation. Turboprop aircraft also bring two significant eco-benefits: they burn considerably less fuel
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per passenger mile at somewhat lower altitudes than jets, where there are no concerns about ozone or contrail production.. For longer range flying, Dassault’s Falcon 8X, which entered service in 2016, is a popular choice, and is claimed to be the most flexible, cost-efficient long-range business jet on the market, with the quietest cabin in the industry. One operator impressed by the aircraft is Pula Aviation Services, based in Guernsey. Business Development Director Howard Povey says “Our management and jet charter business Centreline is delighted to be introducing a brand new Falcon 8X to its managed aircraft fleet in May 2020. The aircraft will provide our clients with exceptional comfort and capability for both short and long range charter flights.” The Falcon 8X with its 86 foot wingspan is capable of flying for 14 hours and 11,945 km non-stop—at Mach 0.80 (over 600 mph) with
eight passengers and three crew. This enables direct flights between Asia and North America (Beijing-New York, Shanghai-Seattle), between Asia and Europe (Hong KongLondon), and between Europe and South America (London-São Paulo).
STRETCHED Featuring a stretched fuselage compared to its predecessors, the Falcon 8X boasts higher fuel capacity, but maintains overall weight due to its redesigned wings. Capable of serving steep approach airports such as London City, it’s up to 30 percent more fuel efficient than any other aircraft in the ultra-long-range segment, due to its three enhanced Pratt & Whitney PW307D engines. The new engines also provide higher thrust compared to
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Dassault Falcon 8X “ willTheprovide our clients with exceptional comfort and capability for both short and long range charter flights”
previous models of the Falcon 8X, while reducing emission levels to well below the latest standards. A useful capability of the Falcon 8X is its Short Hop and Go performance—it can land at 85 percent of its maximum take-off weight, allowing operators to make a short hop to an interim airport, pick up passengers, and then continue on to an overseas destination without having to refuel. For example, the 8X can fly from Washington to New York then to an onward destination 4,500 nautical miles away, up to 20 percent further than competitor aircraft. All this is achieved without compromising the luxurious comfort of the passenger accommodation. The 13m long, 2.34m wide Falcon 8X cabin enables operators to incorporate virtually any option passengers might wish for in an ultra-long-range business jet: from 12-16 passengers with a luxury VIP suite, ultra-flexible seating and conference layouts, spacious galley or crew rest area—while retaining the bright cabin and low noise levels that the aircraft is renowned for. Customers can also opt for a
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spacious private VIP stateroom at the rear of the aircraft that can be converted into a media room complete with pop-up 32-inch TV screen, or an aft shower and lavatory—and still keep a third lounge. Luxuries for the crew and passengers include class-leading acoustic insulation, onboard satellite communications, 3G and 4G ground networks, and cabin air which is refreshed continuously.
SAFETY For the buyer, it’s a comfort to know that the Falcon 8X boasts lower operating and maintenance costs and higher resale value than any other business jet—up to 10 percent more value over an extended 10-year period than their closest competitor. High demand for second-hand Falcons means quicker reselling.
A thriving business has built up around support and services for private hire aviation, with high net worth individuals able to call on advice on acquisition, chartering, maintenance, technology upgrades, storage and airworthiness management handled by specialists who can remove all the stresses and concerns of aircraft management. Of course, in a time when environmental concerns are focusing attention on the impact of aviation, it can be difficult to take to the air without a qualm. But all sections of the aviation industry are inveting in new technologies and carbon offset schemes to make it easier to fly with a clear conscience. Many charter brokers and private operators already offer carbon offsetting, and some plan to go carbon negative—calculating emissions per flight, then purchasing equivalent or additional “credits” from projects that prevent or remove the emissions of greenhouse gases elsewhere. Some of today’s business aircraft can operate using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), not yet available to the airliner market. And what of the future? Vik Kachoria, CEO of Spike Aerospace, says that in 15 to 20 years it may be possible to develop a supersonic business jet that will produce zero carbon emissions. Spike Aerospace is currently in the process of testing subsonic sub-scale aircraft, which produce zero carbon emissions thanks to being electric powered, and flew a sub-scale electric demonstrator aircraft two years ago. Current work on electric aircraft centres on smaller, short-range battery-powered models, just right for the short-hop private hire market. In the future, it looks as if true freedom of the skies will belong to the private flier.
Spike Aerospace’s vision of a supersonic electric aircraft of the future
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From embellishments for your superyacht to the latest accessories for the lady in your life, Arts & Collections brings you the best of luxury goods BY ROBYN WHITE
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THE CRAFT OF THE CROFT With only 600 bottles being released each year, this rare whiskey is a must for many collectors and connoisseurs. The bottles have been matured for at least 40 years in oak casks that leave a beautifully rich and aromatic finish. You can pick up a bottle from Whiskyshop or Glenfiddich directly for between £2,700 - £3,200. Each bottle is individually numbered and wrapped in hand-stitched calf leather and accompanied by a leather-bound book telling its 40-year-old story. It comes with certification hand-signed by Glenfiddich’s longest-serving craftsmen. www.whiskyshop.com
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In the tradition of the original ‘globe’ bars commissioned following the return of adventurers from the Grand Tour, Splinterworks offers a modern interpretation, a version of its Dime bar, here customised for the 63.7m Hakvoort Explorer Scout superyacht. The cabinet is wall-mounted on a mirror, giving the illusion of a full globe floating in space, and features details including a metallic resin finish, reverse relief design of the seas, and the map centred on the owner’s home in Fort Lauderdale. Price is POA. www.splinterworks.co.uk
PACK A SNACK Anya Hindmarch has been raiding cupboards for inspiration recently, in an attempt to make an everyday handbag a more fabulous affair. Well-known household brands have been worked into its SS20 accessories collection, in a stylish and satirical new line of bags. This sequinned tote bag dedicated to Dairy Milk chocolate is just one of a snack-inspired range made with beads, crystals and sequins. Handle the delicate embellishments with care. You can find this in the same collection as a sequinned Walkers Crisps bag for £895. www.anyahindmarch.com
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EMERALD CITY This brand-new white gold Bulgari necklace was inspired by the time, ‘iconic divas’ of our time designed to encapsulate Italian femininity. Bulgari also drew inspiration from the mosaics and famous baths of ancient Rome, in homage to Bulgari’s heritage. The Divas’ Dream necklace is an 18-carat open-work necklace encrusted with one pearshaped emerald and round-cut emeralds, as well as one round diamond and pavé diamonds. The Divas’ Dream necklace sells for £29,600. www.bulgari.com
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RAISING THE ROOF Sharing the Vantage Coupe’s dedication to driving thrills, the Aston Martin Vantage Roadster is powered by Aston Martin’s 4.0-litre twin-turbo 510PS/685Nm V8 engine, mated to an 8-speed ZF automatic transmission, and accelerates from 0-60mph in just 3.7sec. Capable of 190mph with the roof raised, the Roadster features a roof with the fastest full operating cycle of any automatic automotive convertible system, and with a boot capacity of 200l has plenty of storage space for your golf clubs. Cost is £126,950. www.astonmartin.com
YOU’RE SO MONEY Corum’s Gold Coin Watch debuted in 1964, and has been worn by the likes of President Ronald Reagan, but still makes a striking statement both in terms of fashion and faith in the gold standard. Made from genuine American currency from the late 1800s to early 1900s, such as this 1899 $20 Double Eagle, the watches are hollowed out and fitted with matching 22kt gold lugs and crown, and in this case set with a 0.17 full cut diamond, a baton-type black varnish dial, quality Swiss 18-jewel movement, and 22/18mm black alligator bracelet with 18kt gold pin buckle. Cost is around £18,000. www.corum-watches.com
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FAIRY TALES This rare Marchesa gown has just come into stock at Harrods and is selling for £8,075. The Ombré Cascade Tulle Gown is inspired by fairy tales, with a cascading profile and an avalanche of tulle and tiers. If it brings to mind the costumes worn by Princesses in Disney movies, let’s admit that the dress is designed to add a bit of magic to the modern-day woman’s wardrobe. www.harrods.com
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Understanding the delicate, complex, microscopic processes of the digestive system is central to the globally-renowned Grayshott Health Regime. Pioneers in gut health, the experts at Grayshott conceived the Regime in 2013 to promote the health of the microbiome (healthy microbes in the gut) with a focus on fresh and balancing cuisine to regenerate and nourish. The 7-day Health Regime employs a gentle yet highly-effective and educational protocol that addresses restoring your health, incorporating health, nutritional & fitness consultations, spa treatments and informative talks.
Supporting Stress Relief, Emotional Wellbeing & Management Long-term stress exposure is exhausting for your body on many levels. Having a largely unprocessed and balanced diet is essential to maintaining quality and long-term health. We have devised a process that guides you on your journey to good nutrition, offering emotional support & advice, during and after your stay.
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We promote the power of Sound Therapy, a school of holistic healing that works through vibrations to re-set the body’s energy frequencies. If these get out of sync, it can be a cause of physical or emotional stress. During Sound Therapy, deep meditation is induced using instruments’ own sound frequencies and vibrations to interact with your own, to restore balance to your body’s own energies. The benefits are an overall feeling of rest, relaxation, clarity and mental wellbeing.
The 8-night fully inclusive detox programme is based on the six principles of modern Mayr medicine: resting, training, cleansing, substitution, exercise and mindfulness. During your stay, you’ll reset your body by eating less in a controlled way, safe in the knowledge that you are surrounded by experienced medical health experts, including a registered doctor in a relaxing and private retreat within tranquil surroundings. The programme consists of a week of detox and fasting. You are trained to chew and reduce food intake whilst cleansing the digestive system and de-stressing the body, with plenty of rest. Regular abdominal massages and treatments are taken, including castor oil compresses, body brushing and supplement infusions, alongside body composition and fitness testing. Holistic support treatments offered include a choice of HeartMath®, EFT, Hypnotherapy, Cranial Osteopathy, Sound Healing and Alexander Technique.
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Healthcare
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The luxury traveller shouldn’t have to worry about medical emergencies while away from home. Now private health care can reach out to you wherever you are in the world by ROBYN WHITE
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hen you’re travelling, whether it’s for business or leisure, it’s important not to be burdened with worries such as possible medical emergencies. Yet some people don’t think about medical cover until an emergency arises, then find themselves in the hands of sometimes inadequate local services. But what if you could have luxury private healthcare that would reach out to you and
your family anywhere in the world when you needed it? That’s the promise of emergency worldwide private health providers, who can add an extra layer of medical security to the normal provisions such as travel health insurance. However hard you are to reach, these highly skilled professionals, used to dealing with the requirements of high net worth individuals, will respond to your call, immediately sending
highly trained medical professionals to help you, whether your emergency is a recurrence of a known health complaint, a new health crisis or an accident or injury. While it’s reassuring to know that emergency private medical care is available, what should you consider for your health and safety before setting off on your trip?
Faraway places The first thing you need to consider is what type of trip you are taking. Are you staying amid gorgeous mountains or by the ocean? Are you going trekking or hiking, or pursuing dangerous sports? If you are travelling to far away and to hard-to-reach places, then a private form of emergency medical care may be for you. While regular travel insurance can provide cover for hospital and doctor appointments, there are rarely surgeries available on mountaintops. If you fall sick while hiking or in the middle of a countryside retreat, having private healthcare that comes to you wherever you are, whenever you need it, may give you the peace of mind you need. When you pay for the private medical help suppliers, you are paying not only for the service, but also for the skills of the
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BLACK BAG YOUR GLOBAL EMERGENCY MEDICINE SERVICE INDIVIDUAL ● KNOWLEDGEABLE ● DEPENDABLE A private emergency medical consultancy, Black Bag provides individuals and families with immediate care guidance, regardless of their location in the world.
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rom the jungles of Colombia to the shores of Hong Kong, and all points in between, Black Bag provides 24/7 telephone access to an experienced, board-certified Emergency Medical Physician in the event you face a medical emergency far from home or in your hometown.
CHRISTOPHER SIDFORD, MD
When you hire Black Bag, you are hiring Dr. Chris Sidford as your private, board-certified Emergency Medical Physician. Dr. Sidford has more than 30
years’ hospital and private medicine experience, and his handpicked team is available by telephone 24/7 in the event you, your children, or your parents face a medical emergency. A U.S. Navy officer, Dr. Sidford served as faculty member of the Emergency Medicine Residency training program and provided emergency medical support for NATO troops during amphibious operations at the Arctic Circle. Providing care in difficult and remote locations became the impetus for Black Bag Global Emergency Medicine.
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For pricing, references, and additional information, please contact:
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lodges often include 24-hour power supply, an en-suite bathroom, gourmet meals and viewing platforms to soak in the spectacular settings.
Trek at your own pace Ever dreamed of seeing Machu Picchu but without the queues and hordes of tourists? Many companies offer a lodge-to-lodge tour of the Lost City of the Incas on trekking adventures that give you the comfort of luxurious mountain accommodation. Not just this, but once you get to the spectacular sights, there are private tours on offer where you can learn about the heritage site without worrying about whether you’re missing any of the essentials.
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professionals that come with it. The doctors and medical professionals that come with these services are experienced with dealing with medical emergencies in the most trying conditions, which local medics may not be able to handle. If you are eager to make sure you have access to the best medical care whatever the problem during your time away, this may be the perfect option for you.
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Luxury safaris To go on a real African safari is on many people’s ‘bucket list’ and it isn’t hard to see why. Destinations such as Tanzania offer a huge array of safari packages, ranging from short breaks to extended safaris. However, embarking on a real African safari doesn’t always have to be a rustic endeavour and you certainly don’t have to camp in a flimsy tent with a sleeping bag. There are many luxury lodges you can choose from instead. These
The ultimate adventures include discovering what is in the most unexplored parts of the world. You can dive into the beautiful waters of Cancun, but as part of a luxurious sailing cruise so that you are never far away from your favourite comforts. For an unusual alternative, try Belize. Bordered by Mexico, Guatemala and Caribbean Sea, Belize boasts the second largest Barrier Reef in the world and swathes of lush tropical rainforests inland. Formerly British Honduras, Belize is the only English-speaking country in Central America, and an incredibly diverse landscape with a distinctly laid back Caribbean feel—just the place to get away from it all, but with the reassurance that private health care is only a call away.
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General health cover allows you to visit a doctor if you need to, however the time that it takes to find the nearest one to you, arrange transport then potentially wait for an appointment is far from ideal. Not only can private emergency health providers send you the best doctors that are experienced with hard-to-reach locations, but they can also offer immediate help. Of course while you are trekking in the mountains and you fall unwell, there is little to be done unless you have private medical help. In order to enjoy your time and carry on with your adventures, you don’t want to have to wait until a doctor is available to see you.
Luxury Adventures So now you have considered the options for happy and healthy travelling, we have picked out some of the best luxury adventure holidays that you can choose from this year.
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