New issue of Antique Collecting magazine

The latest issue of Antique Collecting magazine is out soon, packed with fascinating articles exploring everything from how the tide is turning for marine art to textiles designed by Picasso, plus the demand for art deco brooches and the life of Constance Spry – keep scrolling to find out more.

The Life of Spry: The amazing career of the florist Constance Spry is put in the spotlight alongside her highly collectable vases

 

All at Sea: A new exhibition on the lives and work of the Dutch-born marine artists the Willem van de Veldes shines a light on a forgotten but highly collectable painting genre

Wreck and Roll: Treasures from a 17th-century shipwreck go on show this month in Norwich

Fashion Icons: The world of textiles and great artists come together in two new exhibitions opening in London this month

Pin Your Hopes: Art deco brooches sum up the spirit of the day and are greatly sought after in the saleroom, writes Justin Roberts

Bowled Over: Discover why a small Chinese bowl is set to make more than £21m in Hong Kong this month

Scandi Style: Think you know Swedish chairs? Discover some surprising mid-century styles which recently sold at auction

Venetian Finds: Some 10,000 pieces from one of Venice’s most legendary hotels go under the hammer

PLUS – All the latest news from the top auction houses, events and the market