Cultural Heritage

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Loro Piana's partnership with Rome's Galleria Borghese, focusing on the restoration of Jacopo Bassano's 'Spring' painting.

Loro Piana partners with Rome's Galleria Borghese for three years

The delicate brushstrokes of Jacopo Bassano's 'Spring' painting at Rome's Galleria Borghese are set to undergo restoration this year, thanks to a new three-year partnership with luxury brand Loro Pian

Sofia Rios·June 5, 2026

Close-up of skilled Kashmiri artisan hands weaving an intricate, colorful Waggu rug on a wooden loom, showcasing traditional craftsmanship.

What Is the Waggu Weaving Technique and Why Does Kashmir's Revival Matter?

In the remote villages of Kashmir, a single Waggu rug, taking up to three months to weave by hand, represents not just a textile but a defiant stand against a craft's near extinction and a hope for ec

Fatima Al-Jamil·May 12, 2026