Best known for his horrifying tales of the supernatural, the author was inspired by his work as a medievalist and the spookiness of antique objects
Buyers of Glenrothes’ 51-year-aged whisky have to hammer away at its casing before they can start drinking
Violent protests marred the opening of the first exhibition at the new museum in Benin City – and too many people seem to have ignored the warning signs
The transformation of the Musée des Augustins has brought this former convent into the modern age
A rare genre scene by Maarten van Heemskerck and a bumper bequest of Pop art are some of the most interesting acquisitions of the past month
The best way of appreciating Carpaccio’s work is to treat his paintings like Venice itself – to meander through them and bathe in their elusiveness
Baroque still lifes can be a source of serenity if the abundance of Christmas gets too much
The son of Filippo Lippi mastered the art of painting in a circular format, and this depiction of the Holy Family is one of the most magnificent examples
Château Mouton Rothschild has commissioned the Portuguese artist to design the label of its 2023 vintage – and the two make a perfect fit
The 400th anniversary of the death of an artist who was hugely acclaimed in her lifetime is going mainly unmarked by museums – which means that devotees have their work cut out to see her paintings in person
Ceremonial enamelled swords played an important role in the courts of 19th-century India and their artistry makes them still compelling today
Glass in hand, Apollo’s wine correspondent ponders the link between wine and philosophy
An uncanny automaton by the Czech artist Jan Žalud is testament to the forces that shaped the city in the 20th century
As the prospect of restored state support becomes ever more distant, Britain’s museums are turning to US-style fundraising. But can this benefit more than just a handful of London institutions?
The painter abandoned his father’s corn business to pursue his artistic training – but it was his real agricultural knowledge that set him apart from his contemporaries
At MACAM, a combined hotel and art gallery, guests can wake up to the joys of Portuguese modernism
Vintage prints by the photographer are scarce, but one unearthed recently in a French archive sheds fresh light on her artistry
At London’s venerable members’ clubs, the art on the walls can be as big of a draw as what’s for lunch
A French baroque masterpiece and a bronze dancer by Degas are among the most interesting works to enter public collections over the past month
In Amsterdam, a superstar of art-house cinema is haunting the galleries of the Eye Filmmuseum with a little help from her friends
A century ago, Alexander Tamanyan devised a startling layout for the Armenian capital. Despite changes in regime and fashion, his vision has endured
The presence of religious art at Château La Mission Haut-Brion helps this diminutive vineyard punch above its weight
How to get a glimpse behind the mask of ancient Egypt? Seek out the makers of the royal tombs and other marvels
Contemporary galleries are increasingly bringing art into their surroundings – but moveable artworks have a surprisingly long history
