Walter Sickert: A Visionary of Modern British Art
Walter Sickert, born in Germany in 1860 and raised in England, was a leading artist known for his unfiltered portrayals of daily life. His unparalleled
Category: 20th Century
The Cave of the Golden Calf
The Cave of the Golden Calf, initially dubbed as The Cabaret Theatre Club, was a thrilling junction where cutting-edge art, revolutionary notions, and unconventional lifestyles
The Allure of Tango Teas
The Tango Tea Boom: A Dance Revolution in Bloomsbury At the onset of the 20th century, dance emerged as a thriving interest across Europe and
Viscount Brentford’s Crusade
William Joynson-Hicks, 1st Viscount Brentford, was a prominent Conservative politician in the United Kingdom during the 1920s. As Home Secretary between 1924 and 1929, he
Opera, British Style
A while back I wrote a blog post of how British composers were in short supply which remarked upon the fact that after the great
Blue Plaque: Alan Jay Lerner
Alan Jay Lerner was a prominent figure in the world of musical theatre. Known for his eloquent lyrics and engaging storytelling, Lerner made a significant
The Stone of Destiny: A Coronation Heist
The Stone of Destiny sounds like something out of the Marvel movie. It is a rather unimpressive piece of sandstone, but it plays a central
Christmas in Post-War London
Christmas in Post-War London was a very different affair than what we experience today. The austerity measures of the time meant that many families had to get by with very little. Despite these challenges, people still found ways to celebrate and enjoy the holiday season.
Farewell to Pimlico
The great builder Thomas Cubitt, who is the subject of the Garden Village of Pimlico walk, had always hoped that Pimlico would attract the business
Cunard Place Transformed
Standing in Cunard Place in the east of the City is Jesse Pollock’s ‘The Granary’. The installation will catch your eye. Its coppery red and