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Princeton University Art Museum to open in brand-new building on 31 October

The Art Newspaper

Just in time for Halloween, the museum will celebrate with a 24-hour open house

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Hyland Granby Antiques Offers Seven Paintings from the Lewis Collection

Maine Antique Digest

In this fast-changing world, more collectors and executors of estates have been consigning works of high quality to the trade for sale rather than sending them to auction.

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Tate Modern announces 2026 programme, including Frida Kahlo and Tracey Emin exhibitions

The Art Newspaper

Meanwhile Tate Britain will explore the legacy of Bloomsbury Group members Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant, and tell the story of the 90s in a show curated by Edward Enninful

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19th-Century American and Western Art

Maine Antique Digest

Christies, New York City Photos courtesy Christies Christies January 23 afternoon sale of 19th-century American and Western art sale offered 123 lots. The auction totaled $12,472,442 (including buyers premiums) and had an 85% sell-through rate. It followed the morning auction, American Sublime: Property from an Important Private Collection.

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Are Hairstyles the Key to Unlocking Art History’s Most Famous Portraits?

Artnet News

John Singer Sargent's 'Madame X' dyed her hairand more art historical hairstyle analysis from an expert. The post Are Hairstyles the Key to Unlocking Art History’s Most Famous Portraits? appeared first on Artnet News.

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SAA's New Book Models an Empathy-Driven Approach to Accessing Protected Records

Society of American Archivists

Society of American Archivists

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The Museum at FIT

The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles

The post The Museum at FIT appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

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The Collection of Patricia Scipio-Brim

Maine Antique Digest

Swann Auction Galleries, New York City Photos courtesy Swann Auction Galleries Swann Auction Galleries held a single-owner estate sale on February 6 that according to the auction house achieved a sell-through rate of 98%, with only two out of the 82 lots unsold. The sale totaled $1,210,195 (includes buyers premiums).

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A $100 Million Coin Collection Resurfaces After Decades, Bound for Auction

Artnet News

The 15,000-strong collection will be sold over several years. The post A $100 Million Coin Collection Resurfaces After Decades, Bound for Auction appeared first on Artnet News.

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Christopher Dresser – modern design pioneer

Antique Collecting

At odds with the overblown Victorian aesthetic, the sleek objects created by the designer Christopher Dresser continue to delight. With The post Christopher Dresser – modern design pioneer appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Fontaine’s Auction Gallery Fine & Decorative Arts Auction May 31

The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles

The post Fontaine’s Auction Gallery Fine & Decorative Arts Auction May 31 appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

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MoMA picks chief curator of prints and drawings as next director

The Art Newspaper

Christophe Cherix will replace Glenn Lowry, who has been the museums director since 1995 and guided it through two important expansions

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Art of the Americas Sale

Maine Antique Digest

Sothebys, New York City Photos courtesy Sothebys Sothebys held its Art of the Americas sale featuring the American West January 24 in two sessions. The sale was part of the auction houses Visions of America weeklong event. Overall, the two sessions totaled $8,716,620.

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5 Standouts at the Refreshed Frick That Shine a New Light on Old Faves

Artnet News

It's been more than five years since the storied mansion last welcomed visitors. The post 5 Standouts at the Refreshed Frick That Shine a New Light on Old Faves appeared first on Artnet News.

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Duncan Grant diary in East Sussex sale

Antique Collecting

The diary of acclaimed Scottish artist Duncan Grant (1885-1978) has been discovered almost 50 years after his death. The diary The post Duncan Grant diary in East Sussex sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Heart-O-The Mart 2025 Brimfield Dates

The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles

The post Heart-O-The Mart 2025 Brimfield Dates appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

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April's must-see exhibitions: Matisse, Morris and the design of the 1940s

The Art Newspaper

The Art Newspaper's pick of the top shows to see around the world this month

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Silver and Modern Pottery Draw Bidders

Maine Antique Digest

Andrews & Andrews, Northport, Maine On a frosty February 8 the Blue Goose Center in Northport, Maine, was full of browsers, bidders, and buyers. The occasion was an approximately 300-lot auction conducted by Daniel and Elsie Andrews, longtime Maine auctioneers who call their business Andrews & Andrews.

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3 Thrilling Finds From a Giant Hoard of Iron Age Treasures Discovered in the U.K.

Artnet News

The trove of 800 objects sheds new light on power, travel, and technology in Iron Age Britain. The post 3 Thrilling Finds From a Giant Hoard of Iron Age Treasures Discovered in the U.K. appeared first on Artnet News.

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Old Trafford bench looks a winner

Antique Collecting

An historic bench from Old Trafford, the home of Manchester United, which is signed by the celebrated footballer and United The post Old Trafford bench looks a winner appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Impact of Federal and State Actions on History Organizations

American Association for State and Local History

Recent federal and state actions are creating a difficult and uncertain environment for the history field. With your help, AASLH is gathering examples of the impact on history organizations. Has your organization also been impacted? We want to hear from you. Please share your story to help AASLH better understandand draw attention tothe impact on the field of recent government actions related to history, education, and the workforce.

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‘Ravaging shared heritage’: South Korea wildfires destroy ancient temple and threaten Unesco site

The Art Newspaper

At least 26 people have died in the fires, which are now the country's worst ever natural fire disaster

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Pompeii’s Paint Workshops Were More Sophisticated Than Once Thought, New Study Finds

Artnet News

The research also discovered a formerly unknown light green pigment. The post Pompeii’s Paint Workshops Were More Sophisticated Than Once Thought, New Study Finds appeared first on Artnet News.

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APRIL and MAY BIRTHSTONES, DIAMOND and EMERALD CIRCLE OF LIFE PENDANT

NYC Wholesale Diamonds Blog

APRIL and MAY BIRTHSTONES, DIAMOND and EMERALD CIRCLE OF LIFE PENDANT Also available in Sapphire and Ruby Also available in Yellow Gold Email KS@NYCWD.com or call (212) 719-2214 for a wholesale discounted price quote The post APRIL and MAY BIRTHSTONES, DIAMOND and EMERALD CIRCLE OF LIFE PENDANT appeared first on NYC Wholesale Diamonds Blog.

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The Journal of Wealth Management - Untitled Article

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Olde Hope’s Party before The Winter Show

Maine Antique Digest

New York City For the last five years, Patrick Bell and Edwin Hild of Olde Hope have hosted a cocktail party at their New York City gallery at 115 East 72nd Street on the Wednesday of Americana Week. This year it fell on January 22.

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‘Newly Discovered’ Caravaggio Declared Fake by Prado Museum

Artnet News

A Spanish art dealer is under investigation after selling the alleged Caravaggio and failing to deliver the painting, eventually reneging on its attribution. The post ‘Newly Discovered’ Caravaggio Declared Fake by Prado Museum appeared first on Artnet News.

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Probate valuations for Executors – how to value the past

Antique Collecting

Probate Valuations – Advice for Executors Probate valuations are one of the most challenging tasks faced by executors. When someone The post Probate valuations for Executors– how to value the past appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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1952 Topps Mantle card, $34,794, Miller & Miller

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 1952 Topps #311 Mickey Mantle rookie card, graded PSA 1.5Fair condition, sold [.] The post 1952 Topps Mantle card,$34,794, Miller & Miller appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

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Tutankhamun treasures head to Hong Kong for region's ‘largest Ancient Egypt show in decades’

The Art Newspaper

Seven Egyptian venues will loan over 200 works for the show, including objects from Saqqara tombs

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New England Art Paces Sale by PLD Auctions

Maine Antique Digest

PLD Auctions, Mechanic Falls, Maine PLD Auctions, Inc., was formed years ago from the demise of the Cyr Auction Company.

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Inside Hong Kong’s Most Talked-About Museum Shows

Artnet News

From a retrospective of pioneering Modernist Hoo Mojong's work to a contentious Picasso blockbuster, here are five shows to see during art week. The post Inside Hong Kongs Most Talked-About Museum Shows appeared first on Artnet News.

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Long Range Planning Committee

SPNHC

About The Long Range Planning Committee is responsible for developing, reviewing, and updating the Society’s five-year strategic plan, and for presenting the plan to Council for approval. Committee Members Up-to-date membership for committee.

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Elizabethan portrait in Sloane Street sale

Antique Collecting

The descendants of a prominent Elizabethan have consigned his 1576 portrait to an upcoming auction alongside a wider collection. The The post Elizabethan portrait in Sloane Street sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Basquiat to Chagall: Hong Kong's international auction houses turn to household names during art week

The Art Newspaper

As mainland Chinese art buying continues its post-pandemic contraction, Christies and Sothebys are pivoting fromultra-contemporary Western artists towards tried-and-tested 19th- and 20th-century big hitters

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Revealing F. Edwin Church

Maine Antique Digest

The F. Edwin Church Catalogue Raisonn Project and North Shore Historical Museum in Glen Cove, New York, will present a retrospective on F. Edwin Church (1876-1975), a New York Impressionist painter prominent in the first quarter of the 20th century.

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Columbia’s Humanities Professors on Why the Faculty Union Is Suing the DOJ: ‘We’re Under Attack’

Artnet News

Since the university administration wouldn't stand up to the president, the faculty took it upon themselves. The post Columbias Humanities Professors on Why the Faculty Union Is Suing the DOJ: Were Under Attack appeared first on Artnet News.

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