Objects of Desire

The Wick Culture - RA X Luke Edward Hall Mice Card Pack

Object RA X Luke Edward Hall Mice Card Pack

Luke Edward Hall is a man of extraordinary talent. As well as being a gifted artist, he is a designer of interiors, fabrics and ceramics. In celebration of the Royal Academy’s 250th anniversary, he playfully reimagined motifs discovered in the RA’s archive to create a selection of cards which honours the Academy’s rich history of wining and dining. These exclusive illustrated cards, which are blank inside for your own message, feature a pair of mischievous mice sipping from a wine glass. Send one to friend and you’ll be sure to put a smile on their face.

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The Wick Culture - The Art Fair Story: A Rollercoaster Ride by Melanie Gerlis

Object The Art Fair Story: A Rollercoaster Ride by Melanie Gerlis

In her new book, art market journalist Melanie Gerlis examines the past, present and future of the art fair. From the first post-war European art fairs to the global art fairs of the 21st century and their new online manifestations, Gerlis shows just how much the art fair industry has transformed the art market, while addressing questions about their role in a rapidly changing world. Along the way, she introduces the people, places and philosophies that shaped their rise over the past 50 years. Featuring pacy, probing and perceptive prose, it’s a must-read for anyone with a serious interest in the art market.

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The Wick Culture - The World According to Colour: A Cultural History by James Fox


Object The World According to Colour: A Cultural History by James Fox

James Fox’s ambitious new book looks at our extraordinary relationship with colour. Thoroughly researched and visually engaging, it takes us on a journey through time and place to unriddle the meanings that have been associated with seven primary colours — black, red, yellow, blue, white, purple and green — and the ways these have shaped our society, culture and imagination. Fox confidently addresses a wide range of historical, cultural and scientific sources to provide context for what has been described as his ‘succession of bravura insights’. This is an enjoyable — and surprisingly easy — read that will brighten up those pesky winter blues.

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The Wick Culture - Yves Saint Laurent Museum Marrakech by Studio Ko

Object Yves Saint Laurent Museum Marrakech by Studio Ko

No trip to Marrakech is complete without a visit to the Yves Saint Laurent Museum. Devoted to the work of the legendary French fashion designer, it houses more than 5,000 items of clothing, 15,000 haute couture accessories as well as thousands of sketches and assorted objects.

The iconic landmark, which opened in 2017 and features a 400-square-metre exhibition space, an auditorium, a bookshop, a café-restaurant and a library, was designed by the cutting-edge French architectural practice Studio KO.

This beautiful new tome, conceived as a diary by the firm’s founders, Karl Fournier and Olivier Marty, documents the museum’s conception, commission, construction and opening as never before. Full of enticing images and behind-the-scenes moments, it is the ideal gift for any fan of the designer and brand. So, yes, it’s more than worth the hefty price tag.

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The Wick Culture - Rock Bottom Tealight Holder Set of Three by Anissa Kermiche

Object Rock Bottom Tealight Holder Set of Three by Anissa Kermiche

Paris-born, London-based designer Anissa Kermiche has made her name in the world of interiors for her sculptural designs celebrating the female form. Since launching her eponymous jewellery brand in 2016, she’s expanded her line to include ceramic home furnishings that capture her signature sense of mischief. Crafted from earthenware and finished with a hand-painted speckled effect, these decorative tealight holders are mini versions of Kermiche’s Popotin pots. Place them centre stage and you’re sure to cause a stir. Look to the black terracotta-style finish for added va-va-voom.

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The Wick Culture - X Laguna B set of two Cosimo coupe glasses by Campbell Rey

Object X Laguna B set of two Cosimo coupe glasses by Campbell Rey

Christmas, Boris announcements pending, is the perfect time to entertain. If you’re looking to upgrade your glassware, look no further than Campbell Rey’s blue Cosimo coupe glasses, with a fluted brim and slender green stem. Conceived in collaboration with Murano glass manufacturer Laguna B, they are handmade in Italy from thermal shock-resistant borosilicate glass, making them ideal for serving ice-cold champagne or refreshing deserts. They come in pale pink with a sunflower yellow stem, too. An elegant addition to any table setting, they’re a great gift for those who love to throw dinner parties.

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The Wick Culture - Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame 2012 x Yayoi Kusama Limited Edition

Object Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame 2012 x Yayoi Kusama Limited Edition

Christmas calls for champagne, especially after the rollercoaster ride that has been 2021. Whether you’re looking to raise a glass at a festive feast or ring in the New Year with friends or family, this limited-edition 2012 Brut, with bottle and gift box designed by Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, could be just the ticket. For this unique collaboration with La Grande Dame, Kusama has reworked her signature polka dots to resemble champagne bubbles. The floral motif printed on the front of the box adds a touch of joy and optimism. Didier Mariotti, the house’s Cellar Master, describes it as ‘playful, lively, laughing.’ We’ll drink to that!

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The Wick Culture - Tudia Salt Grater Set by Soho Home

Object Tudia Salt Grater Set by Soho Home

If you’re looking to spoil yourself or the resident foodie in your life, this Tudia salt grater set from Soho Home might do the trick. Taking its cue from the clashing colours at Soho House in Hong Kong, it features a brass-finish grater and round Rosso Levanto marble base, recognised for its deep cherry-red tones and white veining. Also included is a small piece of Himalayan rock salt. Place it centre stage and you’re sure to get the table talking. This is a touch of luxury worth splurging on.

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The Wick Culture - Facci Feast Bowl by K.S. Creative Pottery

Object Facci Feast Bowl by K.S. Creative Pottery

It’s hard to think of a British broadcaster with more flair for interiors than Laura Jackson. Her home and its curated contents have flooded Instagram feeds for aeons and have been featured in nearly every glossy out there. Now, it’s the turn of Glassette, Jackson’s freshly launched online homewares marketplace.

A one-stop-shop for British craft and homewares, it features around 120 hand-picked independent and emerging brands, offering everything from glassware and planters to candles and ceramics. Among the standout pieces available exclusively on Glassette is this blue and white Picasso-esque Facci Feast Bowl. Crafted from white Staffordshire stoneware, it features a beautiful hand-painted cobalt blue design and natural edge that shows the maker’s hand. It’ll up your mid-week dinner game instantly – or, indeed, make a gorgeous gift if you can bear to give it up.

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