Latest Art collecting Podcast Episodes
31: Art Historian Dr Annemarie Jordan in Conversation with Michael Backman
World Art Now - December 20, 2023 13:00 - 32 minutesDr Annemarie Jordan is one of the world's most important, independent scholars on luxury goods imported to Europe from Asia during the Renaissance. The trade in such goods is fascinating and much of it was destined for Europe's royal families who delighted in exotica from faraway lands for whom...
Episode 30: Museum Curator & Author Fiona Kerlogue Discusses her Career & Indonesian Textiles
World Art Now - July 19, 2023 11:00 - 31 minutesFiona Kerlogue, one of the world's leading authorities on Indonesian Batik, former senior curator at London's Horniman Museum and author discusses with Michael Backman her career, being a curator, and her latest book on a little-known Batik collection in Prague, in the Czech Republic. www.mich...
30: Museum Curator & Author Fiona Kerlogue Discusses her Career & Indonesian Textiles
World Art Now - July 19, 2023 11:00 - 31 minutesFiona Kerlogue, one of the world's leading authorities on Indonesian Batik, former senior curator at London's Horniman Museum and author discusses with Michael Backman her career, being a curator, and her latest book on a little-known Batik collection in Prague, in the Czech Republic. www.mich...
29: Michael Backman talks with Thweep Rittinaphakorn about his new book 'Unseen Burma'.
World Art Now - January 17, 2023 12:00 - 26 minutesThweep Rittinaphakorn's new book 'Unseen Burma' presents a rare and stunning photographic record of Burma during the period 1862-1962. In this podcast with Michael Backman, he discusses his motivations for writing the book and his research methods, and discusses Burma's recent history, as well ...
28: Michael Backman: 'Are Antiques Sacred?'
World Art Now - January 16, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutesIn this Podcast, Michael Backman, writer and gallerist, asks why are we attracted to items that have antiquity? Do such items have a sacredness, or are we attempting to tap into some version of immortality. Is this why we pay more for items with good patina? He looks at the role of collecting an...
27: Jewellery Author & Collector Oytun Evliyazade Camcigil & Michael Backman in discussion
World Art Now - August 24, 2022 10:00 - 25 minutesIstanbul-based Oytun Evliyazade Camcigil, the author of the magnificent volume 'Eastern Treasures: Ottoman, Oman, Yemen, Turkmen Jewellery' discusses with Michael Backman the process of writing her book, collecting Middle Eastern jewellery and Istanbul's collecting scene. 'Eastern Treasures: O...
26: Michael Backman in discussion with the author Robyn Flemming: Alcohol, Art & other Addictions
World Art Now - June 21, 2022 11:00 - 39 minutesRobyn Flemming discusses with Michael Backman her new book 'Skinful: A Memoir of Addiction' which details her battles with addictive behaviour including her problematic relationship with alcohol. Originally from Australia, Robyn also discusses her life as a modern-day international nomad, having...
25: Edmond Chin in conversation with Michael Backman: Straits Chinese Jewellery
World Art Now - April 28, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutesMichael Backman discusses Straits Chinese jewellery - the jewellery of the acculturated Chinese of Malaysia & Singapore - with world-renown jewellery designer, author & researcher Edmond Chin. Edmond, originally from Singapore is the author of the ground-breaking 'Gilding the Phoenix: The Strait...
Alice Leese - West Texas, career origins, park residencies and finding your voice
Horizons by Western Gallery - September 22, 2021 21:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsAlice Leese is a West Texas based oil painter. See her work at Western Gallery. Support the show
Luke Anderson and Taylor Crisp – The Colour and the Shape: Two New Views of the West
Horizons by Western Gallery - August 31, 2021 14:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsTaylor and Luke discuss their experiences, processes, influences and lessons learned in preparing for their duo show at Western Gallery, The Colour and the Shape: Two New Views of the West. The show opens on September 10. See it at Western.Gallery Support the show
22. Are Collectors Addicts? Michael Backman & Paul Bromberg Discuss why some People Collect
World Art Now - June 21, 2021 13:00 - 30 minutesAre collectors addicts by another name? What makes (some) people collect? Is it gross materialism or an attempt to save the world's patrimony? In this episode, Michael Backman and Paul Bromberg, both collectors and both authors of books on art and antiques discuss why they think they do what the...
24. What does a Tuareg pendant from Africa have in common with a Minangkabau Cashbox from Sumatra? Michael Backman & Sarah Corbett compare & contrast these two seemingly unrelated objects.
World Art Now - June 21, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutesMichael Backman & Sarah Corbett compare and contrast two objects: a Tuareg pectoral ornament from northern Africa; and a Minangkabau cast brass cash box from Sumatra. What are the links between these seemingly unrelated objects? Listen to find out the surprising answer. www.michaelbackmanltd...
21. Traditional African Currency as Art: Michael Backman & Sarah Corbett in Conversation
World Art Now - June 08, 2021 15:00 - 19 minutesTraditional forms of currency used in Africa before the arrival of notes and coins took on extraordinary and large forms. Some were examples were as big as a person. Michael Backman and Sarah Corbett discuss how these currencies evolved, and their place in the canon of African art today. www.mi...
21. Traditional African Currency as Art: Michael Backman & Sarah Corbett in Conversation
World Art Now - June 08, 2021 15:00 - 19 minutesTraditional forms of currency used in Africa before the arrival of notes and coins took on extraordinary and large forms. Some were examples were as big as a person. Michael Backman and Sarah Corbett discuss how these currencies evolved, and their place in the canon of African art today. www.mi...
23. Michael Backman & Sarah Corbett Discuss two Seemingly Unrelated Objects - from Tibet & the Philippines
World Art Now - June 08, 2021 13:00 - 9 minutesMichael Backman & Sarah Corbett compare and contrast two objects: an ancient limestone burial jar from the southern Philippines, and a set of Tibetan prayer beads. What are the links between these seemingly unrelated objects? Listen to find out the surprising answer. www.michaelbackmanltd.com
Episode 20: How does one stay curious as one grows older? Michael Backman & Sarah Corbett consider the options.
World Art Now - May 25, 2021 13:00 - 21 minutesHow does one stay curious as one grows older? Perhaps collecting is the key? Maybe collectors are at an advantage? Michael Backman & Sarah Corbett consider these questions. www.michaelbackmanltd.com
20. How does one stay curious as one grows older? Michael Backman & Sarah Corbett consider the options.
World Art Now - May 25, 2021 13:00 - 21 minutesHow does one stay curious as one grows older? Perhaps collecting is the key? Maybe collectors are at an advantage? Michael Backman & Sarah Corbett consider these questions. www.michaelbackmanltd.com
Episode19: The Mysteries of Gold & Silver Filigree: Michael Backman & Sarah Corbett in Conversation
World Art Now - May 24, 2021 15:00 - 26 minutesObjects made of filigree are among the most extraordinary items ever to have been produced from gold and silver. Such items present one of the great mysteries of the art world. Where were they made? Who made them? How? Filigree, it turns out, is an art practiced by gold and silversmiths from So...
19. The Mysteries of Gold & Silver Filigree: Michael Backman & Sarah Corbett in Conversation
World Art Now - May 24, 2021 15:00 - 26 minutesObjects made of filigree are among the most extraordinary items ever to have been produced from gold and silver. Such items present one of the great mysteries of the art world. Where were they made? Who made them? How? Filigree, it turns out, is an art practiced by gold and silversmiths from So...
Jivan Lee, Pt 2 - Why, Landing in Taos, Following the Inner Compass, Working with Galleries and more
Horizons by Western Gallery - August 27, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsJivan Lee is a rising star in the Western Art world. After much work and perseverance, he has become one of the most sought-after plein air painters in the West. I drove out to Taos to visit with Jivan in his studio. Join us for our chat about art and humanity. Links: Check out Jivan's website ...
18: Sarah Corbett & Michael Backman in Conversation about 'Silver Treasures from the Land of Sheba: Regional Yemeni Jewelry' by Marjorie Ransom
World Art Now - July 30, 2020 12:00 - 13 minutesSarah Corbett discussses with Michael Backman her favourite book: 'Silver Treasures from the Land of Sheba: Regional Yemeni Jewelry' by Marjorie Ransom. www.michaelbackmanltd.com
18: Sarah Corbett & Michael Backman in Conversation about 'Silver Treasures from the Land of Sheba: Regional Yemeni Jewelry' by Marjorie Ransom
World Art Now - July 30, 2020 12:00 - 13 minutesSarah Corbett discussses with Michael Backman her favourite book: 'Silver Treasures from the Land of Sheba: Regional Yemeni Jewelry' by Marjorie Ransom. www.michaelbackmanltd.com
17 Michael Backman in Conversation about his favourite EVER book on Asian art: 'Court Arts of Indonesia'
World Art Now - July 28, 2020 20:00 - 19 minutesIn this episode, Michael Backman is in conversation with Sarah Corbett, about the book 'Court Arts of Indonesia' by Helen Ibbitson Jessup. Published in 1990, it was one of the first books on Asia art Michael bought and it has remained his favourite ever since, despite now having a library of ove...
16 - Malay Silver & Gold - Michael Backman on Writing his Latest Book
World Art Now - July 28, 2020 14:00 - 28 minutesMichael Backman is the author of 8 books and numerous articles and columns. Another book is on the way! When not involved with his London Gallery, he has been spending this year researching and writing a new book on the silver and gold of the Malay world. In this podcast he talks with Sarah Corb...
15: All you need to know about our Monthly Catalogues - Michael Backman Ltd
World Art Now - July 22, 2020 14:00 - 36 minutesOur innovative monthly catalogues have become something of an institution among our followers and clients. The catalogues showcase our new items of material culture drawn from around the world, but all sourced from UK & European collections. The work that goes into each catalogue is enormous. Be...
Jivan Lee, Pt 1 - Large-scale Plein Air, Environmental Impact, Conceptual "Western" Art
Horizons by Western Gallery - March 31, 2020 17:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsJivan Lee is a rising star in the Western Art world. After much work and perseverance, he has become one of the most sought-after plein air painters in the West. I drove up from Santa Fe to Taos to visit with Jivan in his studio. Join us for our chat about art and humanity. Links: Check out Jiv...
13: Narisa Chakrabongse in conversation with Michael Backman (part 2)
World Art Now - March 16, 2020 13:00 - 25 minutesNarisa Chakrabongse grew up in England, but is a member of Thailand's extended royal family and a great-granddaughter of King Chulalongkorn. Today she is the founder and CEO of the successful art publishing house River Books, which has been at the forefront of publishing books on Asian art, hist...
12: Narisa Chakrabongse in Conversation with Michael Backman (part 1)
World Art Now - March 16, 2020 12:00 - 34 minutesNarisa Chakrabongse is a member of Thailand's extended royal family and a great-granddaughter of King Chulalongkorn. She grew up in England, the daughter of a Thai prince and an English mother. At 15, while still living in England, she found herself orphaned, in the middle of her school exams, ...
11: Michael Backman in conversation with Anupasana Suwanmongkol on Saving Thailand's Nielloware Industry
World Art Now - March 11, 2020 15:00 - 17 minutesNielloware is a traditional type of richly decorated silverware produced in southern Thailand. The craft is dying out but local businessman and art collector Anupasana Suwanmongkol is leading attempts to try to save the craft before it is too late. In this episode, Michael Backman discusses the...
10: Michael Backman in conversation with the author Dawn Rooney
World Art Now - March 06, 2020 13:00 - 33 minutesDawn Rooney is one of the world's most accomplished researchers and authors in the field of early Southeast Asian ceramics particularly those from Thailand & Cambodia, as well as on ancient Khmer culture and architecture. An American based in Bangkok, Michael Backman talks with Dawn Rooney at he...
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