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History of the “Bartholomew Collection”
Provenance of The Bartholomew Collections It is generally accepted that “provenance” is the preeminent factor in determining the cultural art historical significance, rarity, and value of any particular art object. In the case of Mr. Marko Bartholomew’s Bhutanese textile collection, the provenance of his pieces is simply in a class of its own, predating other [...]
Overview of The Kingdom of Bhutan
The Kingdom of Bhutan and its Magnificent Textiles Bhutan, the remote Himalayan kingdom nestled between India, China and Tibet, perched atop the world’s tallest and most sacred mountain range. Known as Druk Yul or “Land of the Thunder Dragon” to its people, Bhutan remains the most isolated, well-preserved and mysterious country on earth. Over centuries [...]