Articles, reports & dispatches.
Long-form scholarship and short news from the HALI editorial desk — published continuously between the four print quarterlies.
The Hampton Archive returns to Papua
On 7 May 2026, The Hampton Archive began its long journey home to Papua
A 15th century 'wild men' tapestry
Each week, our editors pick a rug or textile for its beauty, relevance, important and/or artistry
Ben Evans · 3 min
Royal Tapestry Factory Restores Historic San Isidro Embroideries in Madrid
Two historic embroidered 18th century (?) textiles preserved in the Chapel of San Isidro are being restored by the Royal Tapestry Factory in Madrid
Hali magazine · 2 min
Lost Tudor tapestry returns to Oxburgh Hall
A rare Tudor tapestry, missing for more than a century, has been rediscovered and returned to Oxburgh Hall in Norfolk
Historic Vrindavani Vastra returns to Assam after more than a century
More than a century after entering the British Museum's collection, a remarkable religious hanging depicting scenes from Krishna's life will return to its roots in Assam on temporary loan. Its cultural significance and intricate storytelling is explored
