The Joys of Collecting
By Louise Irvine After founding his museum in California, J. Paul Getty reminisced, “the romance and zest—the excitement, suspense, thrills, and triumphs—that make art collecting
Beads and Baubles
By Louise Irvine The jewelry artists represented at WMODA have a passion for beads. They source them from their travels around the world and create
The Queen of Crystal
By Louise Irvine We are excited to receive a spectacular Lalique glass screen on loan from Jeff and Penny Spellens of Los Angeles, CA. The
Leading Ladies of Lambeth
By Louise Irvine The Barlow sisters contributed hugely to the success of Doulton’s art pottery in the early years. Hannah, and Florence were the daughters
Ardmore Gifts
By Louise Irvine It has been a labor of love presenting all the spectacular furniture, poufs and pillows from South Africa in our new Ardmore
Chinamania
By Louise Irvine Victorian humorists mocked the Aesthetic Movement of the 1870s and 1880s, which valued ideals of beauty above pragmatic concerns. Critics argued that
Turkey Trivia
By Louise Irvine Turkeys have a long and delicious history at Thanksgiving. Apparently, more than 45 million turkeys are cooked for Thanksgiving feasts in America.
State of the Arts
“The State of the Arts is STRONG in Broward County” was the resounding message at the inaugural address by Phil Dunlap, Director of the Broward
Festival of Lights
The Festival of Lights, also known as Hanukkah, begins this year on December 7. It is one of the most joyous festivals in the Jewish
The Old Curiosity Shop
By Louise Irvine The Old Curiosity Shop Charles Dickens has been a huge influence on the way we celebrate the holiday season. With his Christmas