A repository for fascinating objects and artworks, 8 Holland Street is one of the most in-demand design studios operating today. Its founder has partnered with Bonhams to reframe The Classics, with a contemporary twist.

7 things to know about the versatile artist, whose practice encompasses painting, printmaking, set design and photography.

Meticulously built over the last 25 years by a passionate collector, this collection offers more than 300 lots and represents the largest single-owner collection of spirits ever offered at Bonhams. Ahead of these remarkable auctions, Sean Purce, Senior Specialist of Fine Wines and Rare Spirits, walks us through his best-of-the-best selections coming under the hammer.

Discover the largest collection of spirits ever offered at Bonhams.

We caught up with Derya, Head of Sale and Specialist in the Modern Decorative Art and Design department, about her upcoming auction.

Renowned jewelry historian Marion Fasel shares her top picks, spotlighting the artistry and symbolism of animal-inspired design.

When the Tuscan winery Ornellaia began planting international varieties of grapes and using French oak barrels, Italian wine was rebooted, says Mick O'Connell M.W.

Sir Edward Monins was a dedicated follower of fashion – and he wanted everyone to know it, says Kate Williams. Bring on a commission for Court painter George Gower

In and out of Bonhams' salerooms with Sasha Thomas

Sasha Thomas talks to Head of South Asian Art, Priya Singh, about Bonhams' boldest department, playing the long game, and the allure of the 'Indian Picasso'

Isabelle de Borchgrave recreated Frida Kahlo's Casa Azul, the costumes for the Ballet Russes, not to mention 300 years of fashion history - and all out of humble dressmakers' paper . Jean Christophe Laizeau finds out why

Sasha Thomas highlights a selection of Bonhams' sales worldwide

Nancy Astor arrived from Virginia, conquered society and then annoyed Winston Churchill by being the first woman to sit as an MP in Parliament. Obviously she needed jewels. Kim Parker writes about her crowning glory: the Cartier tiara