Objects in focus
1st-century hair styling
Archaeologists discovered this 1st-century metal figure while digging near Wimpole Hall, Cambridgeshire. Recent cleaning and conservation have revealed remarkable details of a moustache and what may have been a popular East Anglian hair style.
Tatton's lost masterpiece?
This newly conserved portrait depicts one of the first scientists to describe the movement of blood between the heart and lungs. It's in the collection at Tatton Park, Cheshire and is the subject of the latest episode of Britain's Lost Masterpieces on the BBC.
Seasonal snowdrops
Floral motifs have always been popular in ceramic decoration. This pair of Victorian white china vases at Arlington Court, Devon, boasts an attractive design of delicate snowdrops.
Winter pastimes
We look after many exquisite embroideries, including this 17th-century example of stumpwork embroidery at Fenton House, London. The work depicts the Biblical story of Abraham, Hagar and their son Ishmael.
Winter clothes
The costume collection at Killerton, Devon includes this elegant woollen cape. Made in the 1890s, its decorated with embroidered cutwork and lined with pink silk.
Major exhibitions
Although most of our houses and buildings are currently closed, you can still enjoy some of our major exhibition highlights online. Take a peek into Nostell’s recently conserved 18th-century dolls house, discover Osterley’s treasures, delve into the art collection at Ickworth and and check which few places have reopened with displays.
