When Brisbane was Governed from Sydney by Phillip Black
The City of Brisbane is named for Major-General Sir Thomas Makdougall Brisbane (1773-1860) astronomer, soldier and Governor of New South Wales.
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English Regency Painted Furniture by Alan & Ann Gore
During the Regency and reign of George IV in England a fashion for painting furniture to simulate exotic materials grew up to furnish cottages and grand houses.
Anya Sarre – A New Year, A New Look, A New You!
Hollywood stylist Anya Sarre posts her predictions for fashionistas embracing a New Year with a New Look – basically a whole New You for The Culture Concept Circle
Anya Sarre – Hollywood Trendsetter, a Guest Spotlight Story
Anya Sarre is one of Hollywood’s most influential trendsetters, and certainly one of its most glamorous. A nationally recognized celebrity stylist, Sarre is known for her impeccable eye and ability to tie any look together with the perfect accessory. Named “Best Television Fashion Stylist” for her appearances on daily first…
A Passion for Gothic Decoration by Brian Brennan
The decorative arts were never considered secondary by Augustus Welby Pugin. As an architect he might design the structure of a house, church or institution, but he conceived of the building, its fittings and furnishings as a ‘complete work of art.’