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Here Are the 7 Biggest Art-World Controversies of 2024

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The art biz is no stranger to controversies, and 2024 was no different. The post Here Are the 7 Biggest Art-World Controversies of 2024 appeared first on Artnet News.

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In memoriam: remembering art world figures who died in 2024

The Art Newspaper

Faith Ringgold, Frank Auerbach, Richard Serra, Barbara Gladstone and Lorraine OGrady were among those who died this year

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AI to Z: an art & tech alphabet for 2024

The Art Newspaper

The art, artists and awards that pushed boundaries this year

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A Valuable Resource

Maine Antique Digest

A Book Review Welcome to this hobby! write lightning rod ball collectors Phil Steiner and Randy Parish. You now begin an endless treasure hunt that nearly no other antiquer you talk to possesses any knowledge of.

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Objects: Eggs for Kings

The Magazine Antiques

Treasured and embellished ostrich eggs litter what is one of the strangest side oaths of decorative arts historyas well as one of the oldest. The post Objects: Eggs for Kings appeared first on The Magazine Antiques. Objects: Eggs for Kings was first posted on December 30, 2024 at 11:20 am. ©2021 " The Magazine Antiques " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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Falling

Reagan Upshaw Fine Art

In this time when the world seems full of darkness, both natural and political, I have been distracting myself by reading Orlando Whitfields new book All That Glitters: A Story of Friendship, Fraud, and Fine Art (Pantheon Press). The fraud was committed by Whitfields American friend, Inigo Philbrick, whom he met at Goldsmiths, a college of the University of London.

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The Worst Art of 2024: 9 Standouts We Wish We Hadn’t Seen

Artnet News

There were more than a few howlers this year. The post The Worst Art of 2024: 9 Standouts We Wish We Hadnt Seen appeared first on Artnet News.

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Michael Dukakis reflects on Jimmy Carter's work during — and after — his presidency

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Like Carter, Dukakis would go on to have a long, storied career after serving in public office. He shares perspective on the former president and his legacy. Like Carter, Dukakis would go on to have a long, storied career after serving in public office. He shares perspective on the former president and his legacy.

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A Beautiful Fall Day at Fishersville

Maine Antique Digest

Fishersville Antiques Expo, Fishersville, Virginia The 73rd edition of the Fishersville Antiques Expo was held October 11 and 12 at the Augusta Expo Center in Fishersville, Virginia. This marks the shows 38th year.

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Ho Ho Ho! Archaeologists Unveil the Original Resting Place of Saint Nicholas

Artnet News

The discovery has been 35 years in the making. The post Ho Ho Ho! Archaeologists Unveil the Original Resting Place of Saint Nicholas appeared first on Artnet News.

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The art of the algorithm—new magazine launches dedicated to Artificial Intelligence works

The Art Newspaper

Biannual publication spotlights 'visual experiments and conceptually refined pieces'

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Generative Art: Origins, Evolution, Generative Artists and Key Works

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Generative art is a movement that emerged on the heels of modern art genres like Cubism , Dadaism , and Surrealism , celebrating the chaos and serendipity of its modern predecessors. In an unprecedented move, artists utilized systems that could generate works of art with little interference from the artist. Unsurprisingly, generative art has been met with criticism over the years for its perceived artificiality.

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Ansel Adams photo, $720,000, Sotheby’s

The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles

Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall A photograph by Ansel Adams titled Aspens, Northern New Mexico (Vertical) sold for [.] The post Ansel Adams photo, $720,000, Sotheby’s appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

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The Best Art of 2024: 11 Standouts We Saw Globally

Artnet News

From blockbuster shows to hidden gems, here's what caught our eye. The post The Best Art of 2024: 11 Standouts We Saw Globally appeared first on Artnet News.

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MFA Boston acquires 38 photographs by Robert Frank capturing life in 1940s Paris

The Art Newspaper

The experimental images feature in a new exhibition centred on a personal family scrapbook

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Editorial, January 2025

Maine Antique Digest

Old Wine, New Bottle Its an old scam but with a new twist. On December 6 Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez announced that his office had successfully disrupted a cryptocurrency scam that was targeting artists. An 85-year-old Brooklyn artist was scammed out of his life savings.

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Orion Acquires Reed Colley's Summit Wealth Systems

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Orion Acquires Summit Wealth Systems

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David Zwirner Responds to Accusations of Attempting to ‘Plunder’ Hilma af Klint’s Estate

Artnet News

One of af Klint's descendants blocked an attempt to formalize a partnership between the mega gallery and the artist's foundation. The post David Zwirner Responds to Accusations of Attempting to ‘Plunder’ Hilma af Klint’s Estate appeared first on Artnet News.

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UK government seeks artists and architects for Queen Elizabeth II Memorial

The Art Newspaper

Monument in St Jamess Park could cost up to 46m

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African American Art Auction

Maine Antique Digest

Swann Galleries, New York City Photos courtesy Swann Galleries Now in its 17th year, Swann Galleries African American art department sold $3,154,557 worth of art that spanned 100 years in its October 3 sale. The department offered landscapes, still-life paintings, abstractions, drawings, sculpture, prints, and works in mixed media.

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Institutional Investors Increasing Allocation to ETFs, Cerulli Says

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

Mutual Funds Losing Edge, As Institutions Look To Increase ETF Allocation, Cerulli Says

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The Trailblazing Black Woman Who Shaped the Morgan Library Gets Her Due

Artnet News

A new exhibition sheds light on Belle da Costa Greene, who built a world-class collection for the Morganagainst all odds. The post The Trailblazing Black Woman Who Shaped the Morgan Library Gets Her Due appeared first on Artnet News.

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Unesco beefs up protection for cultural heritage in Ukraine

The Art Newspaper

UN heritage body grants 'provisional enhanced protection' to the Odessa Literary Museum and the National Historical and Memorial Reserve Babyn Yar

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AAA Three-Minute Thesis Finalists

American Anthropological Association

The objective to effectively explain your thesis in a language appropriate to a non-specialist audience, and in just 180 seconds! A daunting task but, as part of this years 2024 3-Minute Thesis competition, our members did just that, with clear and concise presentations on a number of complex issues ranging from the future of Agroforestry, to cycles of harm and resistance regarding incarcerated women, to the theological disparities that exist between Baptists in Texas.

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Music Friday: Carly Rae Jepsen Will Wear Your Guitar String as a Wedding Ring

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Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you fun songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, Canadian pop star Carly Rae Jepsen plays the role of a jilted girlfriend who just won't let go in her 2012 release, "Wedding Ring/Guitar String." In the song, Jepsen tells her ex that if he agrees to come back to her, she's willing to seal the deal with a makeshift wedding ring.

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What Are the Best Vermeer Paintings? The 10 Most Iconic Works by the Dutch Master, Ranked

Artnet News

Vermeer is much more than 'Girl With a Pearl Earring.' The post What Are the Best Vermeer Paintings? The 10 Most Iconic Works by the Dutch Master, Ranked appeared first on Artnet News.

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Rachida Dati stays in post as French culture minister in new government

The Art Newspaper

Frances culture budgets have long been sacrosanct but concerns are raised about generous public arts funding in the wake of political turmoil

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Andrew W. Mellon Advanced Training Fellowship in Paper Conservation, National Gallery of Art

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National Gallery of Art logo With an endowment from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the National Gallery of Art is offering a fellowship in the paper conservation department. The three-year fellowship will commence in September of 2025 and include a yearly stipend of $53,000 plus health benefits and $3,000 each year for travel and research. Fellows will receive transit benefits towards their commuting costs to and from the Gallery.

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Hailey Bieber Honors Baby Jack With 'Toi et Moi' Ring Featuring Their Birthstones

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Hailey Bieber turned to her Instagram Stories on Saturday to show off another heartfelt tribute to her four-month-old son, Jack Blues Bieber — a special "toi et moi" ring featuring their two birthstones. The proud mom added helpful labels to the gems seen nestled in the photo: On the "Jack" side of the ring is an emerald-cut peridot, the birthstone for August.

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4 Ways A.I. Impacted the Art Industry in 2024

Artnet News

Here is a handy summary of A.I.'s four biggest impacts on the art world in 2024. The post 4 Ways A.I. Impacted the Art Industry in 2024 appeared first on Artnet News.

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When Paul McCarthy tried to buy Michael Jackson's house

The Art Newspaper

The artist revealed at Art Basel Miami Beach that he hoped to snap up Neverland

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How Valuable is Novelty Jewelry?

WorthPoint

Pair of 1930s novelty bird pins set with plastic stones. Among the things that continually amaze me as a collector and dealer of vintage adornment is how many times things that look like basically nothing can hold some value. I recently sold some plastic jewelry pieces that looked like theyd be worth about a quarter each if I didnt know any better. Those came in auction lots of jewelry purchased reasonably, and I suppose other bidders just didnt know they had some potential.

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