Maki-e is a technique in which gold powder and other materials are sprinkled on this lacquered surface to create patterns and designs as if manipulating light and dark in an infinite universe. This ...

Explore the world of woodworking with incredibly bold ideas as skilled artisans craft a special and unique vase from raw wood using wood lathes. Watch the transformation as the rough, untouched wood ...

Who doesn't love a Japanese garden? The peace, harmony and beauty of these spaces is appealing to so many of us. Whether you've flown to the land of the rising sun to see the three great gardens or ...

Starting with the name in cuddly toys, a Steiff 'Louis Vuitton' teddy bear made in 2000 sold at Christie's in Monaco for £125,831, whilst you can buy a vintage Merrythoughts bear for a few pounds. Go ...