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Investigation shines fresh light on British Museum’s looted, Dürer-inspired diptych

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The piece, one side of which is an enamel copy of a 16th-century woodcut, the other side crafted in Ethiopia, reveals how European icons became incorporated into the African countrys traditions

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Ancient Roman Statue of Athena Emerges After Nearly 300 Years in Hiding

Artnet News

The work is going on view at Wrightwood 659 in Chicago. The post Ancient Roman Statue of Athena Emerges After Nearly 300 Years in Hiding appeared first on Artnet News.

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Archives and Library Associations Encourage Member Participation in National Day of Racial Healing

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David Hockney Takes on Art Historical Heavyweights in His Biggest Show to Date

Artnet News

Over 400 of the beloved artist's works will be on view at the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris this April. The post David Hockney Takes on Art Historical Heavyweights in His Biggest Show to Date appeared first on Artnet News.

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How National Galleries of Scotland aced the sustainability transition

The Art Newspaper

The Edinburgh institution is leading the way for cultural institutions to reduce their environmental impact with a deeply-embedded, long-term strategy

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Empowering Women in the Art World: Your Voice Matters

Artnet News

Your insights will help us identify key barriers to career advancement and advocate for meaningful change. The post Empowering Women in the Art World: Your Voice Matters appeared first on Artnet News.

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Aaron De Groft, Orlando Museum of Art director fired in Basquiat forgery scandal, has died, aged 59

The Art Newspaper

Following successful stints at museums in Virginia and on Floridas Gulf Coast, De Grofts career became mired in the Basquiat fakes fiasco

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Documentary on Jewish dealer Max Stern’s collection finds answers and absurdity

The Art Newspaper

A new film focuses on two paintings Stern was forced to sell as the Nazis rose to power in the 1930s, which ended up at the Dsseldorf City Museum

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How Faye Toogood Is Pushing Forward Modern Design Using Ancient Inspiration

Artnet News

In her striking New York exhibition, the British designer delves into timeless themes, blending historical echoes with contemporary design. The post How Faye Toogood Is Pushing Forward Modern Design Using Ancient Inspiration appeared first on Artnet News.

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January acquisitions round-up: Lavinia Fontana’s Portrait of Antonietta Gonzales goes to Tokyo museum

The Art Newspaper

Other acquisitions this month include a Bronze Age Peebles stone hoard, and Yatreda Art Collectives Abyssinian Queen NFT

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Archaeologists Uncover Evidence of First Women-Led Society in Europe

Artnet News

The surprising finding suggests that women had a higher status in society before the Romans conquered Britain. The post Archaeologists Uncover Evidence of First Women-Led Society in Europe appeared first on Artnet News.

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Adlington Hall collection at Dreweatts

Antique Collecting

The historic collection of Adlington Hall in Cheshire, comprising an array of pictures, furniture, and objets de vertu is set The post Adlington Hall collection at Dreweatts appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Congestion Pricing Rolls Out in New York. How Will It Affect the Art Industry?

Artnet News

Art logistics companies send trucks in and out of the zone every day. The post Congestion Pricing Rolls Out in New York. How Will It Affect the Art Industry? appeared first on Artnet News.

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Major shake up at Artnet as founder retires after more than three decades

The Art Newspaper

The annual general meeting in February will propose new board and fresh blood for the online art market business

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Dale Bradley’s Amorphous Artworks Are Odes to Experimentation

Artnet News

Bradley is currently the subject of a solo show with Aperto Fine Art in Bridgton, Maine. The post Dale Bradley’s Amorphous Artworks Are Odes to Experimentation appeared first on Artnet News.

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Mourning ring unearthed in Dorset set for sale

Antique Collecting

The remarkable discovery of a 17th-century mourning ring in the Dorset countryside has captured the attention of historians and collectors The post Mourning ring unearthed in Dorset set for sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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The art of retail—artists take over Selfridges store in London

The Art Newspaper

Shoppers can browse a range of works in a special Sarabande foundation pop-up called House of Bandits

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Eric Knowles hosts Hertfordshire valuation day

Antique Collecting

Antiques Roadshow regular and Antique Collecting magazine columnist, Eric Knowles, is to host the Antique Collectives antiques and jewellery valuation The post Eric Knowles hosts Hertfordshire valuation day appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Gaza ceasefire: Palestinian culture workers return home to rubble

The Art Newspaper

Artists and cultural activists tell The Art Newspaper what they have found on their return

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WCG February Meeting: The Role of Conservators in Art Crime Investigations with Catherine P. Foster, Ph.D., and Geoffery Kelly of Argus Cultural Property Consultants

WCG

Thursday, February 6th Online via Zoom Social time 5:15-5:30, Lecture 5:30-6:30 Dr. Catherine P. Foster is a foreign affairs expert, archaeologist, and former curator with two decades of experience in museum collections management, university teaching, archaeological fieldwork, and federal service in support of cultural heritage protection and preservation.

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Insights on Auction Sales: January 19, 2025

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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Garnets in Fine and Faux Jewelry

WorthPoint

Brooch set with rose-cut Bohemian garnets. Did you know that garnets were named after pomegranates ? The Latin word for the fruit is granatus, and since the prettiest garnet examples have a rich red color similar to the juice-filled arils inside, its a perfect gem-to-fruit comparison. From ancient times through the Middle Ages, garnets were worn in jewelry by respected individuals, including pharaohs and clergy.

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When a Meteorite Generates Enough Heat to Liquify Sand You Get This Rare Gem

Jewelry Judge

On the second floor of the National Museum of Natural History in Washington, DC, there are three impressive specimens of a glassy yellowish gem so rare and so special that the ancient Egyptians used an identical material to adorn the breastplate of King Tutankhamun. It's called Libyan Desert Glass (LDG) and it's found in only one location on Earth — the desolate Great Sand Sea north of the Gilf Kebir Plateau, just along the border of Libya and Egypt.

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How a controversial bust of Winston Churchill made its way back to the Oval Office

The Art Newspaper

President Donald Trump has returned the statueone of an identical pairto his office, but it has not been a simple journey

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Outgoing New England EPA head says Trump's environmental agenda is 'counter to the values' of U.S.

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David Cash was appointed by President Biden almost three years ago. He said Massachusetts and other states can continue to enact policies to protect the air and water, help communities disproportionately burdened by environmental hazards and fight climate change amid the Trump administration's environmental protection rollbacks. David Cash was appointed by President Biden almost three years ago.

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Trump's Jan. 6 order pardons dozens of New Englanders, releases 3 Mass. residents from prison

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President Trump has pardoned and commuted the sentences of people convicted of crimes committed during the Jan. 6 insurrection, making good on a campaign promise and stunning legal experts. President Trump has pardoned and commuted the sentences of people convicted of crimes committed during the Jan. 6 insurrection, making good on a campaign promise and stunning legal experts.

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