Figural napkin rings: the Victorians' domestic secret

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Antique figural napkin rings are making a comeback with the revival of interest in anything Victorian. These rings were deemed a domestic secret as they were not supposed to grace the table a second time before washing. Figural designs often reflect the owner's personality, hobby or occupation.

Collections and collecting, Antiques, Victorian, Victorian antiques, Napkin rings

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Winterthur in a new light

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The installation of a decorative lighting system in Winterthur Museum unveiled the beauty of the 175 rooms in the building. The lights were used judiciously, not only to illuminate the rooms but also to highlight specific objects, but without losing their mysterious charms.

Methods, Museums, Art museums, Lighting, Architectural and decorative lighting, Decorative lighting, Delaware, Henry Francis du Pont Winterthur Museum

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Learning vacations

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A host of schools, museums and studios around the US offer training on traditional crafts. These include the Belmont Technical College, John C. Campbell Folk School, Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum and the Mill Hill Studio.

Study and teaching, Handicraft

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