John Wogan

3 weeks ago | 1stdibs.com | John Wogan

Japan’s Meiji period (1868–1912) was a time of rapid modernization and expanding international trade, ideal conditions for the nation’s artisans to showcase their talents on a global stage. Among them was Senzan (泉山), a skilled ceramist known for his Satsuma ware, a type of earthenware named for the province where it originated, around the late 16th century, and which by the 19th century was characterized by an ivory-colored background and elaborate designs embellished with gold.

1 month ago | nytimes.com | John Wogan

Two seasoned trip planners on how to best tour the Golden Route through five cities, including Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. Built to honor Japan's Emperor Meiji (1867-1912), the Meiji Shrine and its 178-acre park are among Tokyo's main attractions. Credit... Nattee Chalermtiragool/Alamy Stock Photo For Americans, there has rarely been a better time to visit Japan.

1 month ago | flipboard.com | John Wogan

NowTechnology, planning and creative strategies can help you get around the most common airport pitfalls. From long lines to overpriced food and scarce seating, airports are rife with pitfalls. For some people, said Katy Nastro, a travel expert at Going, an app for cheap flights, “airports are like …

1 month ago | travelandleisure.com | John Wogan

The exterior facade and garden of Collegio alla Querce in Florence, Italy. Credit: Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Resorts CollectionAuberge Resorts' first property in Italy delivers big on several fronts, and it has a warm and friendly staff. The hotel’s location means you get the best of both worlds: you're removed from the bustling tourist zones of Florence, but close enough to easily visit sites like the Uffizi Galleries, the Duomo, Palazzo Pitti, and the Mercato Centrale.

1 month ago | 1stdibs.com | John Wogan

Joseph Christian Leyendecker was a towering figure of the golden age of American illustration, which roughly spanned the 1880s to the 1930s. Leyendecker — who went professionally by his initials, J.C. — was best known for his prolific work with The Saturday Evening Post. An artist and commercial illustrator, he produced 322 covers for the magazine between 1899 and 1943.