The gilded tide crept in slowly. Recent photographs show the entire office has been gilded, including the paneled doors and the pediments above the main entrances. Critics have decried the profusion ...

“Since ancient times, those in power always expressed that power through dwellings and interior decoration,” explains architect and historian Gary Lawrance. “They were meant to be symbols of their ...

Gilding is the practice of covering an object with gold leaf or other metals. This art form dates to the ancient cultures of Egypt, China and Japan. Essentially, there are five steps to create the ...

The art of gilding is a meticulous process that requires precision, patience, and most importantly, extensive knowledge in the craft. The Gilders' Studio, founded by Michael Kramer, has been ...

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Most people might assume not much can be done with a single carbon atom, since over 70 million are needed to form a single inch; however, University researchers have found a way to renew a ...

Doha: The Cultural Village Foundation, Katara, has inaugurated the “Soul of Gold” exhibition by Turkish artist Hatice Yetis. Held in Hall 2 of Building 18 at Katara, the exhibition’s inauguration was ...

When the White House announced President Donald Trump’s plans to add a 90,000-square-foot Gilded Age–style ballroom to the historic residence two weeks ago, it came as no surprise to many that the ...