How To Spend It

Whether whimsical, serious or surreal, stuffed creatures have a new following both in Britain and further afield, says Anny Shaw

Auction-room records reveal the current clamour for Italy’s postwar lighting genius. Jenny Dalton reports

The thrill of the hunt for an artwork handmade by a modern master is only trumped by a chance to wear it, as Paula Weideger reveals

Fascination for these highly detailed, religious artworks is on the up as new home-grown collectors discover their intricate charms, says Virginia Blackburn

These decadent design icons of the 1920s and 1930s are stirring up interest among both art-deco collectors and modern mixologists, says Alice Lascelles

Slot racing cars are imbued with style and nostalgia – a combination quite irresistible to grown-up boys, says Simon de Burton

Its legendary status – and historic race track record – have accelerated the value of the pocket-rocket Porsche 550, says Simon de Burton

Exceptionally beautiful, increasingly rare – “mid-mod” pieces by stars of architecture and design are the ultimate collectibles, says Jenny Dalton

From utility vehicle to riviera runabout, this highly adaptable – and deeply desirable – car is a paragon of simplicity, says Simon de Burton

Oriental or art deco, platinum or bakelite, decorative hairpins are increasingly desirable – and collected to be worn

Fluid shapes and geometric patterns transform 19th and early-20th century African and Native American basketry into works of art