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Horological Tempus Fugiting

Posted on January 3, 2017 by Hortoris

John Dyson the jeweler’s created Time Ball Buildings in Briggate, Leeds in around 1865 with its clock and facade that now seems to be under threat. Leeds other famous clock monument is in Thornton’s arcade opened in 1877 by Charles … Continue reading →

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Quilts Museum and Gallery for Quilters

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Hortoris

Sadly now closed York was the UK home for the Quilters Guild and their museum. There is always a good selection of varied quilts on display in the gallery. When you visit my experience is that there will be quilters … Continue reading →

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Art Deco Book Collecting

Posted on February 14, 2016 by Hortoris

Art Deco is back in vogue with new twists or as collectables and memorabilia. Art deco was a design and art style from 1910’s until the 1930s taking over from Art Nouveau. As well as all the visual arts, it … Continue reading →

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Winter Photography in Wharfedale

Posted on December 13, 2015 by Hortoris

Otley Camera Club were not involved with this photograph of their local golf course but they have a very active Otley and District Photographic Society and web site Regular meetings take place at Prince Henry’s and the main event is … Continue reading →

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