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Art Bites: The Woman Who Introduced Van Gogh to the World

Artnet News

Jo van Gogh realized that Vincent's personal story was as compelling as his paintings. The post Art Bites: The Woman Who Introduced Van Gogh to the World appeared first on Artnet News.

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Florida arts organisations devastated by Ron DeSantis's funding cuts

The Art Newspaper

Right-wing governor's decision to slash entire $32m budget leaves smaller organisations fighting for survival

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In His Latest Role, Johnny Depp Tries His Hand at Art, With a Big Show of Stuff in New York

Artnet News

The immersive exhibition brings together artworks the actor has created over the decades. The post In His Latest Role, Johnny Depp Tries His Hand at Art, With a Big Show of Stuff in New York appeared first on Artnet News.

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For your listening pleasure, 40 years of R&B romance on the radio in Boston

Wbur

Since 1984, René Marchando has been behind the mic as the host of his own radio show, "For Your Pleasure." WBUR's Weekend Edition caught up with Marchando to hear more about his 40 years on the Boston airwaves. Since 1984, René Marchando has been behind the mic as the host of his own radio show, "For Your Pleasure." WBUR's Weekend Edition caught up with Marchando to hear more about his 40 years on the Boston airwaves.

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An open letter from Just Stop Oil and Youth Demand: 'we need institutions to confront their responsibilities'

The Art Newspaper

Responding to a recent letter from the National Museum Directors' Council, the campaign groups have proposed a meeting in London's National Gallery—promising to “leave the soup at home”

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2024 Awards Announcement

SPNHC

by Tim White Early Career Award Mariana Di GiacomoNatural History Conservator, Yale Peabody Museum, New Haven, CT 06511 USA The SPNHC Early Career Award is given to a member at an early stage in their career, or at an early stage in their involvement with SPNHC, who has demonstrated great potential for leadership through innovative… Source

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Americana Sold at Horst

Maine Antique Digest

Horst Auctioneers, Ephrata, Pennsylvania Photos courtesy Horst Auctioneers More than 100 collectors and dealers previewed Horst Auctioneers’ sale in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, on Friday, September 6, and stayed to bid when the sale began at 2 p.m. Most of them returned at 9 a.m.

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Early Emily Carr watercolour acquired by Canada’s Audain Art Museum

The Art Newspaper

The museum already owns a subsequent, oil-on-canvas work depicting the same subject; both versions of “War Canoes, Alert Bay” will now be displayed together

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Webinar – Natural History Collections and Repatriation: When Does NAGPRA Apply?

SPNHC

Natural History Collections and Repatriation: When Does NAGPRA Apply?Date: November 7, 2024Time: 3:00-4:00 PM Eastern TimeCo-hosts: Natural Science Collections Alliance, Society for the Preservation of Natural History Collections, American Institute of Biological Sciences This webinar will be recorded.

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Ever Dreamed of Owning a Picasso? His Ceramics Are a Surprisingly Affordable Entry Point for Collecting

Artnet Auctions

Several works by the acclaimed artist are highlights of the Artnet Auctions 40 Under 10 Sale. The post Ever Dreamed of Owning a Picasso? His Ceramics Are a Surprisingly Affordable Entry Point for Collecting appeared first on Artnet News.

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A Major Paris Show Reveals Jackson Pollock’s Early Struggles with Picasso

Artnet News

Before the American painter found his trademark drip technique, he labored to absorb the lessons of the Spaniard's oeuvre. The post A Major Paris Show Reveals Jackson Pollock’s Early Struggles with Picasso appeared first on Artnet News.

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Virtual reality meets music in an inventor's cosmic dream

Wbur

Bill Sebastian built his first "visual synthesizer" in the 1970s and performed it onstage with the pioneering jazz musician Sun Ra. Now, with the advancement of virtual reality, he plays his Outerspace Visual Communicator for audiences at the Boston Immersive Music Festival. Bill Sebastian built his first "visual synthesizer" in the 1970s and performed it onstage with the pioneering jazz musician Sun Ra.

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A testament to the power of Pueblo ceramics and community-based curation

The Art Newspaper

The exhibition “Grounded in Clay”, opening this month at the MFA Houston, was co-curated by the more than 60 members of the Pueblo Pottery Collective

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Egon Schiele death mask in London sale

Antique Collecting

An exceptionally rare and intriguing bronze death mask of the artist Egon Schiele (1890-1918) promises to be one of the The post Egon Schiele death mask in London sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Colonial American Silver: A Revolution in Craftsmanship

Invaluable

Colonial American silver salt spoons, and cream ladle. Sold for $156.25 USD via Charlton Hall (July 2020). The art of silversmithing is perhaps one of the most spectacular legacies handed down among the many creative pursuits of American colonists. From the earliest forms introduced in the 17th century that borrowed from European traditions to the 18th-century examples that showcased American makers forging their own path, colonial American silver set the bar high for those who followed.

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A.I. Art Sensation Botto Rings in Its Third Year With a Sotheby’s Sale

Artnet News

The autonomous artist, built by Mario Klingemann, is offering six works at the auction house. The post A.I. Art Sensation Botto Rings in Its Third Year With a Sotheby’s Sale appeared first on Artnet News.

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The perils and promises driving migrants to Massachusetts

Wbur

Amid the gang violence and lawlessness consuming Haiti — and American politicians casting a spotlight on the flow of migrants from the island nation — WBUR set out to learn how the latest newcomers to Massachusetts are faring in a state that’s now asking them not to come. Amid the gang violence and lawlessness consuming Haiti — and American politicians casting a spotlight on the flow of migrants from the island nation — WBUR set out to learn how the latest newcomers to Massachusetts are faring i

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Iceland plans national gallery overhaul

The Art Newspaper

The culture minister is calling for a new, world-class space for the national collection, currently housed in three locations in Reykjavik

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SAA Presents: Preparing to Commemorate America's 250th Anniversary

Society of American Archivists

October 17, 2024 —In 2026, the United States will mark the 250th anniversary of its founding. This once-in-a-generation moment offers repositories, archives, museums, and other cultural institutions an amazing chance to share their stories. If you are considering commemorating the Semiquincentennial in 2026, then join SAA for a conversation with American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) staff member Madeleine Rosenberg.

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Inside the latest issue of Antique Collecting

Antique Collecting

In the latest issue of Antique Collecting magazine – subscribe now to get it each month – we celebrate Gainsborough The post Inside the latest issue of Antique Collecting appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Tove Jansson’s Beloved Moomins Turn 80 With a Major Exhibition in Helsinki

Artnet News

The show also features murals and public artworks Jansson created in her hometown of Helsinki. The post Tove Jansson’s Beloved Moomins Turn 80 With a Major Exhibition in Helsinki appeared first on Artnet News.

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Two MIT economists share economics sciences Nobel

Wbur

Two Massachusetts Institute of Technology professors have become the institution's latest Nobel laureates. New laureate Simon Johnson, a professor of entrepreneurship at MIT, joined Lynn Jolicoeur on WBUR's All Things Considered to discuss the award and the research that led to it. Two Massachusetts Institute of Technology professors have become the institution's latest Nobel laureates.

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London's National Gallery to ban liquids after attacks on paintings

The Art Newspaper

The gallery will introduce new security measures, stating it has been "forced to act to protect our visitors, staff and collection"

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Curatorial Assistant II

SPNHC

Museum of Comparative Zoology, Harvard University [link] Job Summary The Museum of Comparative Zoology (MCZ) is seeking to hire a part-time Curatorial Assistant II to work with the Departments of Entomology, Invertebrate Zoology, and Malacology.

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Trick or Treat: A New Halloween Collectible from Mondo

WorthPoint

Mondo releases Halloween II Nightmare Vessels. Image source: Halloweendailynews.com The crisp feel of the air, falling leaves, pumpkin spice, and everything else means Halloween is nearly upon us. Everyone is re-watching classics, including films like the Halloween series. The iconic films featuring scream queen Jamie Lee Curtis are a spooky holiday staple.

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Archaeologists in China Uncover 5,000-Year-Old Jade ‘Dragon’

Artnet News

The carved jade is typical of Hongshan Neolithic culture. The post Archaeologists in China Uncover 5,000-Year-Old Jade ‘Dragon’ appeared first on Artnet News.

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$1.9B Merrill Lynch Team Joins Rockefeller In Pennsylvania

Private Wealth

Rockefeller Capital Management announced the addition of DiMedio Wealth Partners, a Newtown, Pa.-based team that formerly managed $1.9 billion at Merrill Lynch, according to a new release.

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Paul Lowe, conflict photographer and teacher lauded for Sarajevo siege photographs, dies, aged 61

The Art Newspaper

Acclaimed photojournalist's teenage son charged with his murder on a popular hiking trail near Los Angeles

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Curatorial Assistant II

SPNHC

Museum of Comparative Zoology, Harvard University [link] Job Summary The Museum of Comparative Zoology (MCZ) is seeking to hire a part-time Curatorial Assistant II to work with the Departments of Entomology, Invertebrate Zoology, and Malacology.

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Just How Valuable Is Halloween Jewelry?

WorthPoint

Heidi Daus witch brooch with enameling and rhinestones. Among my childhood memories of Halloween are fantastic carnivals, neighborhood spook houses, and walking for what seemed like miles trick or treating with my older brother. But unlike Christmas, when I’d look forward to wearing my Santa pin with its light-up nose each year, aside from a plastic spider ring or two that ended up in my carnival goodie bags, the only thing I wore for Halloween was the store-bought costume I begged my mother to

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Sunny Art Basel Paris Cuts Through Art-Market Clouds, as Dealers Hawk Eight-Figure Art

Artnet News

White Cube sold a $9.5 million Julie Mehretu, and Hauser and Wirth has a Kazimir Malevich priced at several times that. The post Sunny Art Basel Paris Cuts Through Art-Market Clouds, as Dealers Hawk Eight-Figure Art appeared first on Artnet News.

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Online Antiquing

The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles

One of the most beloved aspects of antiquing, collecting, and thrifting is what we collectors call “the hunt”; knowing that your next great find is still out there just waiting [.] The post Online Antiquing appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

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ICA Miami buys former de la Cruz Collection building

The Art Newspaper

The acquisition doubles the museum’s space for public programmes, which it will use for a new media gallery, permanent collection displays and more

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Auctions: Wake Up Call

The Magazine Antiques

Timely results in the world of carriage clocks. The post Auctions: Wake Up Call appeared first on The Magazine Antiques. Auctions: Wake Up Call was first posted on October 21, 2024 at 8:00 am. ©2021 " The Magazine Antiques " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement.

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Man Ray painting sells for thousands

Antique Collecting

An abstract painting by leading American artist Man Ray (1890-1976) has recently sold for a total of £17,500 at a The post Man Ray painting sells for thousands appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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The Greenhouse Effect: Art Basel Paris Gets a Warm Welcome at the Grand Palais

Artnet News

There was an air of renewed optimism and reinvigoration at the opening VIP day as Paris Art Basel settles into its new Grand Palais base. The post The Greenhouse Effect: Art Basel Paris Gets a Warm Welcome at the Grand Palais appeared first on Artnet News.

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Exhibitions, November 2024

Maine Antique Digest

Helen Lonetree, sewing basket, circa 1975. —Through November 10 —West Bend, Wisconsin Weaving a Legacy: Ho-Chunk Black Ash Basketry at the Museum of Wisconsin Art features 200 baskets by more than 40 Ho-Chunk basket makers from the mid-1800s to the present.