Rhode Island may be the smallest state in the U.S., but the Ocean State packs in a lot of attractions worth seeing, from its extravagant 20th-century mansions to secluded beaches to cultural sites.
Sometimes, people like to think of the past as a steady, stable time where tradition ruled the day. Ironically, learning about antiques can prove that notion wrong; and some of ...
At Sotheby’s Old Masters and 19th-century paintings evening sale last Thursday, UK chairman Harry Dalmeny fielded bids from potential buyers with wispy silver crowns and bespoke pinstriped tailoring.