Four Art Deco Masterpieces
I have mentioned the influence of the Art Deco period in the materials I use, and the designs I make so I […]
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The Nakasendo Trail
Back in December in the Japan Shopping post I mentioned that I would soon write more about The Nakasendo Trail. The trail or Central
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Pointillist Vessel
In our search for textures that exude sculptural richness and tactile interest, nature is our biggest influence. We cannot improve upon the
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Meet Our Resident Master of Straw Marquetry
We’d like to introduce you to another Team Leader at Alexander Lamont – Niang Pramoopratam. Khun Niang (Khun is the polite participle used
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Gilded Surfaces – The Diaphanous Nature of Gold Leaf
Do you know, that if you were able to hold up a sheet of gold leaf you would be able to see
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Japan Shopping – The Edit
As Alex’s wife and partner in business it is somewhat confusing that we both have the same name. But I hope you
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Peking Glass
As a decorative artist, I have always been drawn to working with historic craft traditions and techniques from Asia and Europe and
The Lucky Lanterns of Malacca
A while ago I visited Malacca with Alexandra my wife. Yes, we are known by our friends as ‘the Alexes’. This trip
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The Lost Leaf Vessel
This week I have something different for you, a short story. It’s about the life and death and rebirth of a lotus
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Carved Crystal – a Very Human Love Affair
The beauty and power of rock crystal has been cherished for millennia across different cultures. It has been an important element in
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