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Holy ground: why Persian carpets play an important symbolic role in the funeral of Pope Francis

The Art Newspaper

For over 600 years carpets from Anatolia, Turkey and Persia have been used in Catholic ceremony and religious paintings by artists including Andrea del Verrochio to indicate a carefully defined, sacred space

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Laughlin’s 39th Spring Auction

Maine Antique Digest

Laughlin Auctions, Edinburg, Virginia Photos courtesy Laughlin Auctions Laughlin Auctions hosted its 39th annual spring antiques and sporting auction March 5-19. The two-week online-only sale provided ample time for potential buyers to sort through the nearly 1100 lots offered by the Edinburg, Virginia, firm. Laughlin uses the HiBid bidding platform.

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Hannah Gibson ‘Glass Renewed’ exhibition at Museum of Brands

Antique Collecting

A new exhibition, Glass Renewed: The Art of Hannah Gibson & the History of Glass at The Museum of Brands The post Hannah Gibson ‘Glass Renewed’ exhibition at Museum of Brands appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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China’s Terracotta Warriors Make Their Way to the U.S. for a Rare Museum Showcase

Artnet News

It is the third time the Bowers Museum has brought the artifacts to southern California. The post China’s Terracotta Warriors Make Their Way to the U.S. for a Rare Museum Showcase appeared first on Artnet News.

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Nelson-Atkins Museum picks architect for $160m expansion

The Art Newspaper

The museum in Kansas City has tapped the firm Weiss Manfredi to overhaul its campus

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Chappell Roan costume, $88,900, Julien’s Auctions

The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles

Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall Chappell Roan’s vintage sequined marching band unitard worn in her “HOT TO GO!” [.] The post Chappell Roan costume,$88,900, Julien’s Auctions appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

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Lock of Nelson’s hair to sell in Newcastle

Antique Collecting

A lock of Lord Nelson’s hair is set to go under the hammer at Anderson and Garland’s Militaria auction in The post Lock of Nelson’s hair to sell in Newcastle appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Ancient Rameses III Inscription Found Etched Into Remote Jordanian Mountainside

Artnet News

It's the first ancient Egyptian cartouche ever found in Jordan. The post Ancient Rameses III Inscription Found Etched Into Remote Jordanian Mountainside appeared first on Artnet News.

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Yayoi Kusama survey at National Gallery of Victoria becomes most visited art exhibition in Australian history

The Art Newspaper

The museum reported that 570,537 tickets were sold for the show, which closed in April

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Spring 2025

Association of Research Libraries

Last Updated on April 23, 2025, 11:47 am ET ARL Monitor: Public Edition (Spring 2025) Coming Thursday, April 24 The post Spring 2025 appeared first on Association of Research Libraries.

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The Charleston Show 2025

Maine Antique Digest

Charleston, South Carolina Photos courtesy Donna Prunkl What began as the Charleston International Antiques Show in 2004 has morphed into simply the Charleston Show. M.A.D. was there for the inaugural international show (see the June 2004 edition of M.A.D., pp. 26-28-D).

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Early golf ball on course for thousands

Antique Collecting

An early leather-bound feather golf ball consigned for sale from a house move in Old Woking in Surrey has presented The post Early golf ball on course for thousands appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Dinosaur Fossils Are Disappearing Into Private Hands—And It’s Hindering Science, Study Finds

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Seventy-one T. rex fossils are privately held compared to 61 in public trusts, new research finds. The post Dinosaur Fossils Are Disappearing Into Private HandsAnd Its Hindering Science, Study Finds appeared first on Artnet News.

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MFA Boston to return Benin Bronzes to wealthy donor, close gallery

The Art Newspaper

The unusual move follows years of negotiations between the museum, the collector and the Kingdom of Benin

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New Course Requirement for the DAS Certificate

Society of American Archivists

CHICAGOThe Digital Archives Specialist (DAS) Certificate program is one of two certificate programs offered by SAA. The DAS Program is designed to help archives and records professionals meet the demands of born-digital records archiving. SAA is always looking for ways to grow and improve our course offerings. After discussions with instructors, course attendees, and DAS certificate holders, as well as evaluating the best way to optimize the certificate experience, we have added a new course req

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Two New Exhibitors for NHADA Annual Show

Maine Antique Digest

For 68 years, the annual show produced by the New Hampshire Antiques Dealers Association (NHADA) has upheld the tradition of bringing fine quality antiques to New England. Two new exhibitors will join the show this year bringing the total to 59 exhibitors.

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Antiques dealer Paul Atkinson sale at Sworders

Antique Collecting

A single-owner retirement sale of art and antiques from the collection of celebrated dealer Paul Atkinson will take place at The post Antiques dealer Paul Atkinson sale at Sworders appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Matisse’s Great-Grandson Is Bringing the Artist’s Famed Works to the Dinner Table

Artnet News

Alex Matisse's ceramics company East Fork has launched a tableware collection bearing Matisse's famed aquatints and cut-outs. The post Matisse’s Great-Grandson Is Bringing the Artist’s Famed Works to the Dinner Table appeared first on Artnet News.

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Head to head: medieval experts clash over exact number of penises in Bayeux Tapestry

The Art Newspaper

In a new blog post, a scholar in Anglo-Saxon nudity doubles down on his belief that the mystery appendage is a phallus, not a scabbard

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Insights on Auction Sales: Theodore J. Richardson, Native American Pipe

WorthPoint

Will Seippel, CEO of WorthPoint, enjoys watching the items sold at auctions held by our WorthPoint Industry Partners. We thought it would be a great idea for him to select some of his favorite sold items and explain why those sales stood out to him. Gaining insights from Will is an excellent way to learn about buying and selling trends in our industry.

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Hanging with Heather Karlie Vieira

Maine Antique Digest

Earning her chops as an antiques dealer took spunk, luck, and cocktail waitress experience. After 20-plus years, Heather Karlie Vieira, who with her two teenage daughters now calls Georgia home, has her foot in many doors.

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Cardiff auction house supports local hospice

Antique Collecting

Cardiff auction house Roger Jones Auctioneers is supporting their local City Hospice by sponsoring the Forever Flowers campaign for 2025. The post Cardiff auction house supports local hospice appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Rare, Fantastical 16th-Century Wall Paintings Found Hidden in Tudor Lodge

Artnet News

The murals depict heraldic rabbits, dogs, and Grotesque heads. The post Rare, Fantastical 16th-Century Wall Paintings Found Hidden in Tudor Lodge appeared first on Artnet News.

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Ahead of Romania’s re-run presidential election, its art scene remains vigilant

The Art Newspaper

With the far-right candidate George Simion leading in the polls, concerns have been raised about what his victory may mean for contemporary, critical, or progressive forms of art and culture

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The John Pollitz Story: Turning Pages & Changing Lives

Association of Research Libraries

John Pollitz poses inside the Morris Library John Pollitzs journey into librarianship was anything but conventional. Initially pursuing academia as a photography student, he later completed a masters degree in Latin American history. However, when financial stability became a pressing concern, he found himself at a crossroads. An eight-and-a-half-year stint as a truck driver helped pay the bills, but it was his wifes suggestion that ultimately redirected his career toward library sciencea deci

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The 51st Wisconsin Antiques Dealers Association Winter Show & Sale

Maine Antique Digest

Waukesha, Wisconsin Youve got to love a show that makes a big deal about honoring local traditions.

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The Return of Vintage Yellow Gold Watches

Antique Collecting

As we move further into 2025, vintage yellow gold watches are stepping back into the spotlight. Once eclipsed by the The post The Return of Vintage Yellow Gold Watches appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Beloved Author and Illustrator Maurice Sendak’s Personal Treasure Trove Is Coming to Auction

Artnet News

Christie's New York is hosting the sale on what would have been the author's 97th birthday. The post Beloved Author and Illustrator Maurice Sendak’s Personal Treasure Trove Is Coming to Auction appeared first on Artnet News.

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Older women artists go it alone as new report reveals how the traditional art world is failing them

The Art Newspaper

Meanwhile their younger counterparts more acutely struggle with living costs

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Global Perspectives on Librarianship from lorraine j. haricombe

Association of Research Libraries

Last Updated on April 25, 2025, 3:30 pm ET After 11 years, lorraine j. haricombe, vice provost and director of the University of Texas Libraries, will step down from her position August 30, 2025. lorraine j. haricombe will retire from her position as vice provost and director of the University of Texas Libraries at the end of August after leading the libraries for almost 11 years.

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Getting More by Asking for Less

Maine Antique Digest

When asked by someone outside of the art and decorative arts world what museums to see in New York City, I always tell them about the American Folk Art Museum. Its fantastic, and its free, is my stock recommendation.

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18th-century John Wilkes jug in ceramics sale

Antique Collecting

A rare late 18th-century creamware jug featuring a portrait of the notorious radical politician, journalist and rake John Wilkes (1725-1798), The post 18th-century John Wilkes jug in ceramics sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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An Ultra-Rare Set of Shakespeare Folios Could Fetch $6 Million at Auction

Artnet News

Sotheby's London is offering the suite of four Folios as a single lot. The post An Ultra-Rare Set of Shakespeare Folios Could Fetch $6 Million at Auction appeared first on Artnet News.

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Turkish artists face pressure amid government crackdown on opposition

The Art Newspaper

Mahir Polat, the head of Istanbuls cultural heritage department, was recently released after being arrested along with other key cultural figures

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Insights on Auction Sale: Rare Jug, Piece of American History

WorthPoint

Will Seippel, CEO of WorthPoint, enjoys watching the items sold at auctions held by our WorthPoint Industry Partners. We thought it would be a great idea for him to select some of his favorite sold items and explain why those sales stood out to him. Gaining insights from Will is an excellent way to learn about buying and selling trends in our industry.

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Americana and Historical and Native American Antiques

Maine Antique Digest

New England Auctions, Branford, Connecticut Photos courtesy New England Auctions Esoteric might be one word to describe Fred Giampietros New England Auctions February 13 sale in the Branford, Connecticut, gallery. Offerings fell into various collecting categories, including Americana, folk art, military, medical, scientific, Native American, and woodworking.

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