Lyon & Turnbull

20/10/2026

Engagement rings have a fascinating history, but how did diamonds become the gemstone of choice?

Sarah Duncan, our Head of Jewellery, London, explores the story behind the diamond engagement ring, from its supposed early origins to the advertising campaign that transformed its popularity in the 20th century, and showcases a selection of beautiful rings featuring in our forthcoming London Jewellery auction, from classic brilliant-cut diamonds to striking coloured gemstones.

Whether you’re drawn to a traditional diamond or something a little less conventional, auctions offer a wealth of choice and the opportunity to discover a ring that feels uniquely yours.

LONDON JEWELLERY
21 October 2026 from 14:00 BST
Live Online

20/10/2026

Meet Talwin Morris.

A move to Glasgow brought Morris into the circle of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and helped shape his distinctive Glasgow Style.

Discover his story.

After spending part of his early career as an art editor in London, Talwin Morris moved north to Glasgow in 1898 to take up the role of Art Manager for the publishing house Blackie & Son, a position he would hold until his death in 1911. This appointment proved decisive for his car

19/10/2026

Meet Paolo Scheggi.

He died at just 30, but his radical experiments with layered canvases helped redefine Italian modern art. Discover his remarkable story.

Lyon & Turnbull is delighted to present Paolo Scheggi’s Zone Riflesse (Reflected Zones), 1963 in London this October, ahead of its sale in our upcoming MODERN MADE auction on 30 October 2026. Offered on behalf of the Hugo Burge Foundation,

19/10/2026

Meet Kenneth Donnell.

Trained at Glasgow School of Art, Donnell is part of a new generation carrying Scotland’s silversmithing tradition into the 21st century.

Discover his work.

Kenneth Donnell is a Glasgow-based silversmith and jewellery maker whose practice bridges traditional craftsmanship with modern elegance. A graduate of the Glasgow School of Art, Donnell trained in silversmithing and jewellery design, developing a precision-led aesthetic that values c

18/10/2026

Meet Sophie Fedorovitch.

Born in Minsk, Fedorovitch left Russia after the Revolution and went on to help define the visual identity of British ballet.

Discover her story.

Sophie Fedorovitch was a Russian-born British artist and designer whose work played a significant role in the development of modern ballet in Britain. Best known for her collaborations with choreographer Frederick Ashton, she brought a distinctive visual imagination to stage design, costume and de

18/10/2026

‘Zone Riflesse (Reflected Zones)’ by Paolo Scheggi (1940–1971) comes from the artist’s celebrated series of the same name, created in the early 1960s. Recognised as a leading figure of Spazialismo (Spatialism) and the Italian neo-avant-garde, Scheggi explored the relationship between space, light and form through his innovative artistic practice.

Through his distinctive use of layered surfaces and geometric openings, Scheggi challenged conventional ideas of painting, creating works that invite the viewer to look beyond the surface and consider the interplay of depth, shadow and perspective. His pioneering approach helped redefine the possibilities of painting in post-war Italy and established him as an important voice within the country’s experimental art movements.

In this video, Simon Hucker, Senior Fine Art Specialist at Lyon & Turnbull, introduces ‘Zone Riflesse’, exploring the ideas behind the work, Scheggi’s distinctive artistic language and his significance within the wider context of post-war Italian art.

Offered on behalf of the Hugo Burge Foundation, Zone Riflesse will feature in our October 2026 MODERN MADE auction. The work is being sold by the Foundation as part of its charitable aims to support arts and crafts across the United Kingdom.

MODERN MADE
Modern, Post-War & Contemporary Art, Design, Craft and Studio Ceramics
30 October from 10:00 GMT
Live from Mall Galleries, London & Online

LOT 149
PAOLO SCHEGGI (ITALIAN 1940-1971)
ZONE RIFLESSE, 1963
£60,000 - £80,000 + fees

17/10/2026

When Railway Stations Became Art Galleries

Discover how artists including Paul Henry and Norman Wilkinson transformed railway advertising into some of Ireland's most iconic images.

Exploring the enduring appeal of Irish railway posters, this collection highlights the artistry, cultural significance and powerful sense of place that define the Golden Age of travel.People are often curious as to why travel posters - particularly railway posters - have become so sought af

17/10/2026

Meet Norman Grant.

His colourful jewellery became the perfect companion to Mary Quant and Biba during the 1970s Art Nouveau revival.

Discover his story.

Norman Grant was born in Forres, Moray in 1943 and studied at Gray’s School of Art in the 1960s. He was a student of David Hodge who established a goldsmithing and jewellery course at Gray’s in 1954, leading the department until he retired in 1975. Hodge remembered Grant as one of the

17/10/2026

Dame Lucie Rie (1902–1995) transformed the world of studio ceramics with her daring approach to form, colour and glaze, creating some of the most distinctive pottery of the 20th century.

From her celebrated beginnings in Vienna to rebuilding her life and career in London, Rie’s extraordinary story is as compelling as the ceramics she created.

But how well do you really know this pioneering ceramicist?

Swipe through to discover five fascinating facts about her life and work.

We are delighted to be offering several excellent examples of Rie’s work in our forthcoming MODERN MADE auction on Friday 30 October, including her celebrated footed bowls and early ceramic buttons.

Featured here are a selection of upcoming and sold lots. (Upcoming lots include images 1,3,6,7,8,9,10) Please view our catalog online through the link in our bio to explore the full range of works by Rie to be offered in our October 2026 edition of MODERN MADE.

MODERN MADE
Modern, Post-War & Contemporary Art, Design, Craft and Studio Ceramics
30 October from 10:00 GMT
Live from Mall Galleries, London & Online

16/10/2026

The Couple Who Helped Shape British Modernism

From pioneering architecture to experimental theatre, Leonard and Dorothy Elmhirst transformed Dartington Hall into a centre of creativity. Explore their extraordinary legacy.

For Leonard and Dorothy Elmhirst, the rooms in which people lived, worked and gathered deserved serious consideration. Their choice of furniture formed part of the same thinking that shaped Dartington Hall, where they brought progressive education, rural regeneration and the arts into close associ