What to do in Bologna
Bologna is an underrated city in Italy! There are many things to see and to explore in Bologna. We were there for there nights this summer and these are our stories: Why…read more
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Map of Bali circa 1619 by Le Maire
Beautiful and rare map of Bali circa year 1619. Map of Bali The map is probably by Jacob Le Maire, a Dutch mariner. Jacob Le Maire Map circa 1619 Together with Willem…read more
Changsha Jarlet Tang Dynasty
This is a very lovely Chinese jarlet from the period of the Tang Dynasty. Chinese jarlet This jarlet was made at circa AD 850-900 ; thus it is a very old one!…read more
Chinese Double Gourd Vase
This is a very charming Chinese double gourd vase circa 10th century. Chinese Double Gourd I believe it is found in a river near Palembang in South Sumatera, Indonesia. Or this object…read more
Calcutta Silver Milk Jug
This is an antique Indian silver circa 1900. India silver circa 1900 It is made in Calcutta, India. Calcutta silver It is from the British Raj colonial period. British Raj colonial silver…read more
Trip to India’s Golden Triangle
My husband and I had a fabulous holiday in April. We were in India! Here are some of our stories and photos to be shared with you. Please note that if you…read more
Da Paolo Italian Restaurant in London
My lovely husband took me to this lovely Italian restaurant in London. It is called Da Paolo. And the nearest tube station is Goodge Street. Da Paolo Ristorante Italiano Da Paolo in…read more
The Wrestlers in Highgate
There is a lovely pub that we visited for the first time in London. It is in a posh neighbourhood area in Highgate, North London. The Wrestlers What I really like the…read more
India Silver Teapot from Lucknow
This is an example of a stunning India silver teapot. It is from Lucknow, India. Lucknow silver teapot It is made during the British Raj period circa 1920. British Raj silver teapot…read more
The Prize 1908
This is an antique children book “The Prize”, first edition, year 1908. The Prize 1908 The cover is original and it still has the original gilded colour. The contents I believe are…read more
India Antique Textile from Rajasthan
Following my recent trip to India, I bought this small fabric when I was in Udaipur, Rajasthan. Antique textile from Rajasthan The seller said this embroidery was made around 120 years ago.…read more
Song Dynasty Ewer
This is a beautiful Song Dynasty ewer. It is currently on sale on ebay: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rare-Chinese-Ewer-Song-Dynasty-Original-Antique-Pottery-/223420143126 Song dynasty ewer On the body of the ewer, there are perfect embossed lotus flowers. They are…read more
Antiques At Wendover
If you happen to be in Buckinghamshire for antiquing, please do stop over at Wendover. There is a fascinating antique centre called ‘Antiques at.. Wendover’ where you can have a wonder around…read more
What to do in Barcelona
Barcelona is our destination for winter holiday in 2018. We went there for three nights in December. It is quite pleasant to go to Barcelona in winter. The weather is cold, but…read more
Ramillete de Flores Divinas
This is an antique prayer book that I bought from a shop at the top floor of Encants Barcelona. Antique prayer book It has a beautiful mother of pearl cover. It is…read more
Nuevo Ramillete de Oro – Undecima Edicion
This is an antique devotional book that I bought at Encants Barcelona flea market. Antique devotional book that comes with original box What I love the most is the cover, which the…read more
Ristorante Anacapri, London
This lunch time, we went to Baket Street area and try the Italian restaurant: Anacapri Ristorante. Ristorante Anacapri It is my Christmas present for my husband. We decided to choose the ala…read more
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