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07/04/2022

An interview with silversmith and goldsmith Wayne Meeten.

Award-winning metalwork master Wayne Meeten describes his creative process in this feature interview with Magnifissance.

10/02/2021

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09/25/2021

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Like a ray of summer sunshine, this midi dress comes in cheerful yellow-golden color. Generously loose cut, featuring elbow-length sleeves and an empire waist, the dress shows an oversized profile that’s universally flattering on any body shape. Throw this easy piece on top of your swimsuit as a b...

09/24/2021

A conversation with master watchmaker Michel Parmigiani

Master craftsman Michel Parmigiani shares his secrets

09/23/2021

Learn the secrets of exquisite hand weaving from Canadian master weaver Deborah Livingston-Lowe in this exclusive Magnifissance story.

Deborah Livingston-Lowe reveals the secrets of exquisite hand weaving

09/22/2021

Discover the flowers behind CHANEL’s signature scent.⁠

The flowers behind Chanel’s signature scent

09/22/2021

According to the twenty-four solar terms of the Chinese calendar, seasonal food is intricately connected to the movements of nature. As the White Dew solar term sets in around September 7, we should clear the accumulated heat of the summer and store a good amount of energy for the coming cold season.

Classic Chinese autumn dishes that moisturize dryness and clear the lungs

09/21/2021

Green Pond House, situated in the Lowcountry region of South Carolina, uses history as a unique design feature.

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https://magnifissance.com/homes-in-nature/time-and-place/

09/21/2021

200 years apart, artisans embark on a similar journey: create a chinoiserie harpsichord of the highest caliber. In this article, we look at what’s new and which traditions are being carried on. It was Bach’s favorite instrument. Mozart became a child prodigy playing one. Now I’m in the same room with a beautiful, new harpsichord.

200 years apart, artisans embark on a similar journey: create a chinoiserie harpsichord of the highest caliber. Taste of Life looks at what’s new and which traditions are being carried on.

09/20/2021

Discover the incredible Japanese art of ikebana

Enjoy the simple beauty and deep inner meaning of the Japanese art of flower arranging.

09/20/2021

Atop a mountain in southern China grows a wild tea forest stewarded by a husband and wife whose love for the land is only exceeded by their love for each other and maybe their love of tea. This is the true story of Eastern Leaves, a company that harvests its tea from ancient trees untouched by modern agriculture.

Eastern Leaves takes a wild approach to harvesting its unrivalled teas

09/19/2021

Meet Luna Yu, principal dancer of Shen Yun Performing Arts

Read the full story here:
https://magnifissance.com/issue-108/beauty-awakens-the-soul/