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Art Nouveau Glass: A Symphony of Color and Form

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Slip into this elegant world of molten media as we indulge in a closer look at the key makers and the stories that led to their creative and captivating designs. Responding to this modern turn, Art Nouveau (literally “New Art”) sought to branch out from earlier artistic traditions. Sold for £28,000 GBP via Roseberys (April 2022).

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American Folk Art: Celebrating the Creativity and Craftsmanship of Everyday Artisans 

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From self-taught artists to delightful wood carvings and intricate quilting and textile makers, American folk art encapsulates the spirit of a nation and the legacies handed down across its history. Beyond wood and clay, some folk artists rely on natural dyes for their wool or thread. Sold for $431.25 USD via Jeffrey S.

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American Folk Art: Celebrating the Creativity and Craftsmanship of Everyday Artisans 

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From self-taught artists to delightful wood carvings and intricate quilting and textile makers, American folk art encapsulates the spirit of a nation and the legacies handed down across its history. Beyond wood and clay, some folk artists rely on natural dyes for their wool or thread. Sold for $431.25 USD via Jeffrey S.

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Art and Science Collide: The Beauty of Scientific Instruments Through the Ages

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From the intricate designs and beautiful functionality of ancient astrolabes to the ornate craftsmanship of Renaissance telescopes, and the sleek modernism of personal cameras, the evolution of scientific instruments has provided a fascinating meeting point between aesthetic and functional precision through the ages.

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5 Hot Lots Coming to Auction in May

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After Madeleine Albright (1937–2022) criticized Saddam Hussein when she was the US Ambassador to the United Nations, his poet-in-residence called her an “unparalleled serpent.” The German company Meissen , the first porcelain manufacturer in Europe, is one of the most popular and sought-after porcelain makers.

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Exploring the Influence of Zen Philosophy on Art and Design

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Sold for £70 via Dominic Winter Auctions (March 2022). This is even evident in day-to-day items, as companies like Muji and Apple have incorporated Zen principles of simplicity, functionality, and minimalism into their designs. The Incredulity of Saint Thomas by Caravaggio ( Wikimedia Commons ).

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Vintage Cameras: A New-Old Kind of Photography

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While I only remember lugging that machine around at family functions, he said simply that the camera reminds him of childhood. ” • The Film Cypher is a Columbus, Ohio-based photography collective “dedicated to embracing the artistic use of film and vintage cameras.” Fair enough. This one sold for $125 in 2013.