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Tiny Michelangelo Sketch of a Marble Block Sells for 33 Times Its Estimate

Artnet News

The scribble by Michelangelo brought in more than $200,000. The post Tiny Michelangelo Sketch of a Marble Block Sells for 33 Times Its Estimate appeared first on Artnet News.

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Michael Goldberg’s ‘Sad Street’ leads our five lots to watch

Auction Central News

Michael Goldberg, ‘Sad Street’ CHICAGO – Michael Goldberg (1924-2007) was a leading member of the Abstract Expressionist movement in New York. He was friends with Hans Hofmann, Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning, Joan Mitchell, and Helen Frankenthaler, and is best remembered for the gestural action paintings that defined his artistic career. Goldberg earned a Bronze […] The post Michael Goldberg’s ‘Sad Street’ leads our five lots to watch appeared first on Auction Central News.

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As Biennale Budgets Shrink, Auction Houses Help Fill the Gap

Artnet News

Christie's is supporting the British and Nigeria pavilions, while Sotheby's helped fund the U.S. pavilion. The post As Biennale Budgets Shrink, Auction Houses Help Fill the Gap appeared first on Artnet News.

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Cutting a 294-ct Trilliant Morganite: An Interview with Steve Moriarty

Gem Society

Learn the story behind the 294-ct trilliant morganite cut by Steve Moriarty of Moriarty's Gem Art and watch his gem-cutting demonstration.

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Here Are 7 Standout Pavilions at the 2024 Venice Biennale, From a Quirky Sculptural Orchestra to a Luscious ‘Creole Garden’

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Solo shows from Egypt, Japan, and Spain are among those that made the cut. The post Here Are 7 Standout Pavilions at the 2024 Venice Biennale, From a Quirky Sculptural Orchestra to a Luscious ‘Creole Garden’ appeared first on Artnet News.

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Connoisseur’s Corner

Veritas Art Appraisals

Spanish Colonial Art The rich and widely varied category of Spanish Colonial Art has grown exponentially in the last 10 years, but how do we define and identify it? What Is It? Spanish Colonial art includes paintings, sculptures, and decorative objects created in Mexico and South America from 1492 to around 1820. If the year. Continue Reading The post Connoisseur’s Corner appeared first on Veritas Art Appraisals & Consulting.

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A24 Catches Heat Over ‘Embarrassing’ A.I. Posters for Its New Film ‘Civil War’

Artnet News

Six promotional posters for Alex Garland's new film, "Civil War," have come under fire on social media. The post A24 Catches Heat Over ‘Embarrassing’ A.I. Posters for Its New Film ‘Civil War’ appeared first on Artnet News.

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As Seen on ‘The Crown’: A Churchill Portrait Despised by Its Sitter

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The work was destroyed within a year of its unveiling. The post As Seen on ‘The Crown’: A Churchill Portrait Despised by Its Sitter appeared first on Artnet News.

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Nelson Forever! A Naval Legacy in Ceramics and Glass sails into Bonhams April 23

Auction Central News

LONDON — Bonhams will hold a sale on Tuesday, April 23 titled Nelson Forever! A Naval Legacy in Ceramics and Glass. The single-owner collection of Nelson-themed ceramics includes pieces from some of the most celebrated services made for the British naval hero and his great love, Lady Emma Hamilton. Nelson, a noted admirer of fine […] The post Nelson Forever!

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Detroit’s Library Street Collective Explores Art Historical Influence and Contemporary Innovation in New Group Show

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The show brings together a diverse roster of artists who engage with the history—and future—of art making. The post Detroit’s Library Street Collective Explores Art Historical Influence and Contemporary Innovation in New Group Show appeared first on Artnet News.

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Charting the Past: Exclusive Antique Maps show the way to Jasper52 April 24

Auction Central News

NEW YORK — Embark on a visual odyssey through England of the 19th and 20th century with Jasper52‘s Charting the Past: Exclusive Antique Maps sale taking place Wednesday, April 24 at 8 pm Eastern time, exclusively at LiveAuctioneers. Created and printed by David Burley in 1950, this map of East Kent pub ‘inn-signias’ charts dozens of […] The post Charting the Past: Exclusive Antique Maps show the way to Jasper52 April 24 appeared first on Auction Central News.

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With Gold Trading Near All-Time High, It's Time to Take a Closer Look at Platinum

Jewelry Judge

With gold trading near an all-time high, it might be a great time to take a closer look at another undeniably elegant noble metal, platinum. Gold was in the news last Friday as it hit $2,448 per ounce due to investors flocking to the precious metal as a hedge against inflation and international uncertainty. By contrast, an ounce of platinum was priced at $1,000 per ounce, about 41% of gold's value.

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Raquel Welch film premiere- and photo shoot-worn squash blossom necklace blows out estimates at $195K at Julien’s

Auction Central News

GARDENA, Calif. – Raquel Welch’s Myra Breckenridge (1970) film premiere- and photo shoot-worn turquoise and silver squash blossom necklace skyrocketed past its modest $1,000-$2,000 estimate to hammer for $150,000 ($195,000 with buyer’s premium) at Julien’s Auctions’ April 12 ‘Bombshell’ event dispersing items from the late actress and model’s estate.

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