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Nova Contemporary gallery taps into Thailand’s burgeoning market

The Art Newspaper

The Bangkok space opens new premises this month, ahead of major new private museum Dib Bangkok

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Canadiana in Demand

Maine Antique Digest

Miller & Miller Auctions Ltd., New Hamburg, Ontario Photos courtesy Miller & Miller Auctions Ltd. All prices in U.S.

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San Francisco Art Fair brings attention to Bay Area scene and sales for exhibitors from near and far

The Art Newspaper

The fairs programming included events with local institutions and stands devoted to non-profits and collectives

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Exhibitions, May 2025

Maine Antique Digest

Stanley Whitney (b. 1946), untitled, 2020, gouache on paper. The Medford and Loraine Johnston collection, promised gift to the High Museum of Art. Stanley Whitney. Photo courtesy Matthew Marks Gallery, New York.

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Oklahoma slam dunk: Indigenous artist invites visitors to shoot hoops as part of his latest show

The Art Newspaper

Alongside his paintings and sculptures, Hock E Aye Vi Edgar Heap of Birds has created two public art installations in the form of basketball courts, where visitors are encouraged to play a friendly game

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$70 Million Giacometti Heads to Sotheby’s for High-Stakes May Sale

Artnet News

The seller is the Soloviev Foundation, which has also quietly pledged two works to Christie's. The post $70 Million Giacometti Heads to Sotheby’s for High-Stakes May Sale appeared first on Artnet News.

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What not to miss at this year's Venice Architecture Biennale

The Art Newspaper

We introduce the 2025 main exhibition and pick out the national pavilions to look out for

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'These strings are connective tissues between points and cultures': Jennie C. Jones on her sonic sculptures on the Metropolitan Museum's roof

The Art Newspaper

The artist's installation on the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Roof Garden explores the outer limits of sound and form

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How John Singer Sargent’s ‘Madame X’ Turned Paris High Society Upside Down

Artnet News

John Singer Sargent's most iconic portrait 'Madame X' is the star of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's forthcoming exhibition 'Sargent and Paris.' The post How John Singer Sargent’s ‘Madame X’ Turned Paris High Society Upside Down appeared first on Artnet News.

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The Role of Sapphire Beyond Jewelry

Gem Society

Explore the remarkable evolution of sapphire role beyond jewelry in this informative article. Discover how sapphire's exceptional properties have made it essential in modern technology, from smartphones to spacecraft, and why it's rapidly becoming a critical material in advanced engineering applications worldwide.

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Lit! This Rare Frank Lloyd Wright Lamp Could Fetch $5 Million at Auction

Artnet News

Only two examples of the lamp survive. The post Lit! This Rare Frank Lloyd Wright Lamp Could Fetch $5 Million at Auction appeared first on Artnet News.

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Sapphire Treatment: The Complete Guide

Gem Society

Discover how ancient wisdom and modern science transform ordinary sapphires into extraordinary gems through four powerful enhancement techniques that increase value by up to 100 times.

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Roman Villa in Spain Yields More Than 4,000 Painted Wall Fragments

Artnet News

The sections hint at the "rich decoration" of the stately residence, archaeologists said. The post Roman Villa in Spain Yields More Than 4,000 Painted Wall Fragments appeared first on Artnet News.

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Best Wedding Insurance in 2025

Gem Society

Our jewelry insurance guide reviews the policies of the top eight companies. Learn what to look for so you can find the coverage that's right for you.

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I Scream, You Scream, It’s MoMA’s Delicious New Dessert!

Artnet News

It is far from the first time that the institution has hosted work involving this great delicacy. The post I Scream, You Scream, It’s MoMA’s Delicious New Dessert! appeared first on Artnet News.

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Pope Francis, for 12 years head of the Catholic church and proprietor in trust of the Vatican's library and art collections, has died aged 88

The Art Newspaper

The Argentinian pontiff was a powerful progressive voice in world politics, the first Jesuit priest to be spiritual leader of the worlds 1.

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5 California Galleries That Made a Splash at This Year’s San Francisco Art Fair

Artnet News

Director Zully Adler of the Further Triennial parsed through the more than 80 exhibitor booths and rounded up his top picks. The post 5 California Galleries That Made a Splash at This Years San Francisco Art Fair appeared first on Artnet News.

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World leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis, spiritual leader of the Catholic church and custodian of the Vatican’s treasures, who has died, aged 88

The Art Newspaper

The election of the new pope will be closely watched by supporters of the Argentinian pontiffs legacy looking for a successor who will act as a progressive voice, highlighting global climate crisis and the needs of immigrants and the poor

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Pope Francis, Who Embraced Contemporary Art at the Vatican, Dies at 88

Artnet News

Francis was the first pope to visit the Venice Biennale. The post Pope Francis, Who Embraced Contemporary Art at the Vatican, Dies at 88 appeared first on Artnet News.

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Insights on Auction Sales: Henry Farny, a Schrank

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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Some Good (Museum) News Returns

The Mid-Atlantic Museum Association

Your six regional museum associations are bringing back Some Good (Museum) News! Inspired by John Krasinski’s “Some Good News”, we launched the museum edition to spotlight the inspirational and uplifting stories and programs of our nation’s museums. This year, your stories can motivate many and we can’t wait to celebrate them!

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Insights on Auction Sales: Dracula, Sports Cards and Jerseys

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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Slate of Candidates for the 2025 WCG Board Elections

WCG

The Washington Conservation Guild is pleased to provide this slate of candidates for the 2025season. All positions will have the opportunity to renew for an additional one or two year term. Feel free to write in a candidate on your ballot if you feel another individual best represents your WCG priorities. The ballot will be emailed to the membership.

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Insights on Auction Sales: Paintings, Lighters

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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Director of Botanical Research

SPNHC

Botanical Research Institute of Texas Press [link] The starting salary for this position is $76,800. The Director of BRIT Press will manage the Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT) Press. This position is responsible for the preparation, manufacture, and distribution of botanical research and scientific discoveries.

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Great Discoveries: Metal Detectorists Find Ancient Jewelry In Romania

WorthPoint

Ancient jewelry found in Romania Image Source: Primaria Comunei Breaza Mures/Facebook via CBS News. Metal detectorists Dionisie-Aurel Moldovan and Sebastian-Adrian Zhan recently found a silver bracelet, three brooches, and a chain necklace with pendants in the Romanian town of Breaza, according to Archaeology News. The discoveries, which together weighed just under one pound, represent the first evidence of a Dacian settlement in the area.

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Elbow-Deep in Devotion: How Plumber Rescued 3-Carat Ring from the Depths

Jewelry Judge

When Garden City, ID, resident Noelle Storey accidentally flushed her 3-carat marquise-cut diamond engagement ring down the toilet, the newlywed's hopes of ever seeing it again seemed to swirl away with it. But thanks to the unwavering determination of plumber Dylan Arteaga of Plumbing Solutions of Idaho, what could have been a heartbreaking loss turned into a powerful story of perseverance — and shared understanding.

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Day in Review (April 21–24)

Association of Research Libraries

Last Updated on April 21, 2025, 3:36 pm ET Sign up to receive the Day in Review by email. Jump to: Tuesday, April 22 | Wednesday, April 23 | Thursday, April 24 Monday, August 22 Top o the Review A Treasure Trove of Education Reports and Studies Is Under Threat: ERIC Is Slated to End This Week (The Hechinger Report) Content Filtering and Why It Matters (Re:Create Coalition) Dublin-Based OCLC Sues Baker & Taylor for Allegedly Using Its Data to Create Competing Product (WOSU) EDUCAUSE QuickPoll