
Hannah Silver
Hannah Silver is a writer, editor and author with over 20 years of experience in journalism, spanning national newspapers and independent magazines. Currently Art, Culture, Watches & Jewellery Editor of Wallpaper*, she has overseen offbeat art trends and conducted in-depth profiles for print and digital, as well as writing and commissioning extensively across the worlds of culture and luxury since joining in 2019.
Hannah enjoys travelling, visiting artists' studios and viewing exhibitions around the world, and has interviewed artists and designers including Maggi Hambling, William Kentridge, Jonathan Anderson, Chantal Joffe, Lubaina Himid, Tilda Swinton and Mickalene Thomas.
She is a regular contributor to luxury and lifestyle books published by Phaidon, sits on panels for luxury authorities such as Sotheby’s and writes for a diverse portfolio of publications. Hannah is the author of the Wallpaper* City Guide to London.
Latest articles by Hannah Silver
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Take a rare chance to see the works of artist Sylvia Sleigh in LondonThe feminist painter’s works nod to classical traditions but were idiosyncratically her own – discover them at Malarkey
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Cartier announces the emerging watchmakers to know – winners of its prestigious awardThe Cartier Prize for Watchmaking Talents of Tomorrow recognises up-and-coming watchmakers and technicians
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At JW Anderson, a hidden chapter of queer publishing history comes into viewThe brand’s London Soho boutique hosts an exhibition of illustrations from Bob Mizer’s Physique Pictorial, the groundbreaking magazine that normalised the male body as a subject of desire
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Tate Modern restores Frida Kahlo to her rightful place in art historyIn a major new exhibition, ‘Frida: The Making of an Icon’, Kahlo’s work is presented alongside that of her peers and later artists influenced by her legacy
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Emerging jeweller Martina Kocianova's mushroom jewellery is quirky, cool and spiritualCentral Saint Martins and Sarabande Foundation alumni Martina Kocianova presents her first jewellery collection
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Anish Kapoor disorientates, delights and disturbs at the Hayward GalleryAnish Kapoor unveils vast new works in his first exhibition at the Hayward Gallery in 28 years
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Inside the design of a Persephone bookPersephone books are distinctive for their dove grey covers and colourful endpapers. We go behind the design
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In Susana Vega's wooden fine jewellery, no two pieces are alikeSusana Vega draws on a traditional goldsmithing background for a contemporary jewellery collection in wood
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For minimalist jewellery, no one does it better than Tokyo-based brand ShiharaJewellery brand Shihara epitomises clean lines and fuss-free design
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As War Horse returns to the National Theatre, we go behind the designWar Horse is back in London, at its first home. What does it take to bring the emotional book to life on stage?
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Lucy Delius’ foray into black pearls takes a gothic turnThe jewellery designer’s new collection celebrates the sensual baroque pearl
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Anne Imhof’s performances can be raw, haunting, vulnerable: see her London show‘Citizen’, an exhibition at Sprüth Magers London, explores the controversial artist’s love of storytelling and performance; we previewed preparations at her New York studio
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Out of office: What the Wallpaper* editors are looking forward to in JuneOur editors highlight what’s new, noteworthy and not-to-be-missed in design, culture and beyond this month
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Behind the scenes of Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘The Cure’ music video: ‘I cannot stress enough that the entire hospital is made out of arts and crafts’The latest release from the pop superstar's upcoming album features a video which celebrates all things handmade. Hannah Silver meets the creators.
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Jack White on his first art exhibition: 'You have to get your ego out of the way'The White Stripes and Raconteurs frontman reinvents the detritus of life for his first art exhibition, 'These Thoughts May Disappear', at Damien Hirst's Newport Street Gallery in London
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In Cartier’s high jewellery, exceptional stones are front and centreCartier has unveiled a new high jewellery collection, ‘Chœur des Pierres’, which marries much-loved motifs with clever design philosophies
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Star truck: Francesca Villa’s new brooches are driving us crazyThe jewellery designer draws on a vintage aesthetic for pieces that pay tribute to the open road
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Meet Patrick Rosal, the resident poet at Guggenheim New York who wants to bring the community togetherNewly announced poet-in-residence Patrick Rosal considers the power of water in his new role
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Barry X Ball marries classical art with technical methodologies on a monastic island in VeniceIn Venice, ‘The Shape of Time’ sees Barry X Ball unveil 23 sculptures on The Basilica of San Giorgio Maggiore
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A pair of miniature Gabrielle Chanel figures reign supreme over this one-off chess setDiscover Chanel's unique chess set, complete with diamond-studded pieces and concealed clocks
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Van Cleef & Arpels celebrates a long-term love affair with danceVan Cleef & Arpels’ Dance Reflections festival continues to celebrate the wealth of choreographic talent around the world – here’s the latest
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In a splendid Venetian palazzo, artist Sanya Kantarovsky captures a poetic cast of enigmatic figuresFor his must-see Venice exhibition, 'Basic Failure', New York-based artist Sanya Kantarovsky creates an immersive world at Palazzo Loredan
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The Venice Art Biennale has opened its doors. Here are the things you can't missThe Venice Art Biennale (9 May – 22 November) has already taken over the city. Take a look at our itinerary so far
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For ‘The Kiss Book’, Tove Lo asked 600 people to kiss in a crowd. Here are the resultsKissing is intimate, primal and emotional. Musical artist Tove Lo and photographer Kenny Laubbacher celebrate the act in a new book
By Hannah Silver Published