In the space of 100 years, Siena's artists redefined painting as an art form and laid the foundations for Renaissance.

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A Northumberland Victorian stately home which used to be a luxury hotel has been put up for sale by auction with a guide ...

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A selection of beautiful pictures from around Scotland taken by contributors to The Scotsman Readers Gallery Each day The ...