In a stunning collaboration a call to conservationism has never been more beautiful or more meaningful. The modern surrealist artist Dulk, from Spain, has teamed up with world renown Spanish porcelain masters Lladró. Together they have brought Ephemeral Treasures to life. This limited edition of porcelain storytelling is a three-dimensional vision of the ecological precipice that many of the spectacular creatures of India find themselves teetering on. Antonio Segura Donat, known artistically as Dulk, doesn’t just create captivating paintings and sculptures, his art reflects his true passion, a love of nature and the masculine need to protect it. On his…
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Casinos are growing in numbers as they look to cater to the demands of gaming enthusiasts around the world. For example, in Vietnam they are looking to add a number of casinos at five-star hotels in Ho Chi Minh City to help boost the economy after the devastation caused by the pandemic. But the focus isn’t entirely on opening more casinos – it’s about opening high class establishments. Patrons are now looking for more than just the occasional show, an adequate buffet dinner, and a few rounds of drinks and games at a casino resort. To cater to this demand,…
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Cindy Chao, an elegant woman and world renowned jewelry designer extraordinaire, was once a sweet child taking trips around Taiwan beside her grandfather to exquisite temples. Temples that he had designed as an architect, now considered to be national monuments, and it was on this sacred ground that became the solid foundation of her art form. Training her eye to the elements of what creates not just beauty but an ethereal timelessness that speaks to others, not bound by languages and nationalities, but something that whispers to the souls of humanity. For beauty, you know her when you meet her.…
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Few things travel faster than the speed of light. Perhaps a message from the heart? Fortunately, Lasvit has an uncanny way of combining two of these most precious energies held so dear by humanity. Their glass, crystalline sculptures are exquisite formations designed with a mission, whether to spread a message of hope or fortune, to play with wishes and make dreams come true. It is up to the visionary artisans of Lasvit, in Bohemia to take a client’s inspiration and turn it into a fantasy manifested. Where there is love there is light and the passion and commitment that can…
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As the season of love approaches Hong Kong has decided to turn a spotlight on romance. From the 18th of January, until February 24th, the beautiful Victoria’s Harbour provides the backdrop to the vibrant light displays created to celebrate Valentine’s Day and the Spring Lantern Festival. The 15 light art installations created by local and overseas artists at the “International Light Art Display”, among which seven art installations are new pieces created with the theme of Love and Romance. In addition, some of the installations are interactive. Among the new light art installations, three were created by overseas artists, including…
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Bridging the gap between Chinese clients and US talents in the world of fashion. We’ve all seen the glossy magazine covers and spreads with luscious, whimsical tableaus filled with shockingly beautiful models who seemingly live a charmed and perfectly lit life. Though we secretly hope it will happen to us one day, we know reality rarely comes so saturated and bronzed. So, who is the mastermind behind all these candy colored works of art? Much like in music you find the composer, the silent musician, whose passion and precision guides the whole orchestra, in photography his counterpart is the producer.…
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Misha Wallpaper recently showcased their new collection of hand painted wallpaper, called Tour des Voyages during the Maison & Objet International Fair. Their incredible attention to detail, artistic talent, and an eye for setting the scene create an intoxicating atmosphere where the provocative seeds of wanderlust are sure to take place as they turn empty walls into the magical pages of a story book, inspired by the greatest explorers in history, Marco Polo and Matteo Ricci. They also showcased The Spice Route, which travels the path of the Portuguese from Latin America to South Africa and onward to India and Indonesia. The design,…
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Recently the Leading Culture Destinations Awards, “The Oscars for Museums,” were announced at the brand new Trafalgar St. James hotel. The winners were chosen by a jury of nine established cultural specialists. Now in its fourth year, they have celebrated museums and cities for their dedication to their dynamic cultural approach and the winners were chosen based on the quality and reach of their contributions to the international cultural sphere. The judges review everything from audacious programming and management structures, to cross-sector collaborations and Michelin-starred restaurants, late night openings and music performances, with an overarching focus on a visionary approach…
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The Joan B. Mirviss Gallery LTD is a feature dealer in the Asia Week New York Contemporary event. Showcasing artists from China, Japan, Korea, and India this is an open house event that follows closely after the highly successful Asia Week New York’s electrifying 10-day round of exhibitions and auction sales, which generated an outstanding $423 million. “This is a wonderful opportunity for us to open our galleries to the contemporary collectors who are in town for TEFAF New York Spring and Frieze,” comments Joan B. Mirviss. Coinciding with other exciting modern and contemporary art fairs going on in Manhattan at…
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BALANCE IS BEAUTIFUL When it gets hot and heavy outside don’t forget to hydrate. With the summer heat bearing down on our bare bronzed shoulders and the warm humidity hugging our skin skimping on skincare is all too easy. The seasonal trend is always to minimize the obstruction caused by beauty products, because nobody enjoys the oppressive feeling of ointments and lotions clinging to the face during the hottest season of the year. However, the summertime increase in outdoor activities can exhaust the skin, so remembering to hydrate and balance with a toner can help prevent dryness, dullness, blemishes, and…