My father discovered that our family had made long-case clocks in Warwickshire in the early 18th century. He managed to track down a fine example through an English antiquarian and horologist and gifted it to me for my 30th birthday. — Alexander Gilkes Copy Share Image
My father is someone I've always looked up to as the ultimate example of chivalry and humility, and someone who's just deeply kind and empathetic and selfless. — Alexander Gilkes Copy Share Image
There is a heavy leaning to try and extract information from me, and I always have to clamp down. — Alexander Gilkes Copy Share Image
Our generation has become somewhat stripped of identity by the homogenizing effect of technology. So, more than ever, people want to project their own… — Alexander Gilkes Copy Share Image
I was a rather tubby youngster, which was a complete surprise to my family. — Alexander Gilkes Copy Share Image
I'm a big believer in manners and respect: that one should never do to another what you wouldn't wish for yourself. — Alexander Gilkes Copy Share Image
I'm a bit of a dynamite fisherman when it comes to cooking as I don't have the patience, but I am a huge foodie. — Alexander Gilkes Copy Share Image
If you're trying to learn how to collect art, the key is getting access to insider opinions, and we pride ourselves on working with… — Alexander Gilkes Copy Share Image
We want to ensure works are placed with people who collect responsibly. — Alexander Gilkes Copy Share Image
What you collect is the ultimate impartation of who you are. It's the archive of your identity - it's what you leave behind. — Alexander Gilkes Copy Share Image
If I find an item of clothing I like, I tend to buy it in multiples. — Alexander Gilkes Copy Share Image
We want as best as possible to encourage emerging talent and galleries by their inclusion on Paddle8. Our exhibitions help bring interesting new works… — Alexander Gilkes Copy Share Image
Unfortunately, chivalry seems to be on the decline, but let's hope that manners can remain important. I, for one, will certainly be an evangelist… — Alexander Gilkes Copy Share Image
I just love the idea of being able to have a place where friends and family can meet, where you can raise everything from… — Alexander Gilkes Copy Share Image
