Huon Mallalieu is a historian who writes on art, antiques and collecting for Country Life, The Oldie and The Times. He is the author or editor of many books, including The Dictionary of British Watercolour Artists, Understanding Watercolours and 1066 and Rather More: A Walk through History. He is an FSA and an Hon RWS. Here he shares a few of his favourite items available now.

Exquisite design and craftsmanship give antique tea caddies an enduring appeal. Because tea was so expensive, tea caddies were made by the top cabinet of their time with skills that are almost extinct today. Here specialist dealer Mark Goodger discusses their history as well as his advice for building a collection. Read More.