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Thousands of Stolen Greek Artifacts Just Turned Up in an Athens Basement

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Authorities are still determining the value of the cache, much of it found wrapped in 1940s newspapers. The post Thousands of Stolen Greek Artifacts Just Turned Up in an Athens Basement appeared first on Artnet News.

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Sotheby's does a U-turn on new fees structure

The Art Newspaper

Less than a year ago, the auction house reduced buyers premium and tried to introduce a flat 10% vendor's commission to avoid bartering.

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Aha! Here Are 15 of the Most Surprising Archaeological Finds of 2024

Artnet News

These finds include everything from Peruvian geoglyphs to Roman statuary. The post Aha! Here Are 15 of the Most Surprising Archaeological Finds of 2024 appeared first on Artnet News.

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The most exciting art museum openings and expansions of 2025

The Art Newspaper

The construction of Saadiyat Cultural District is due to be completed, while the Studio Museum in Harlem will unveil its new 82,000 sq.

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Unlocking Van Eyck’s ‘Arnolfini Portrait’, One of World’s Most Enigmatic Paintings

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Some juicy details are hiding in plain sight! The post Unlocking Van Eyck’s ‘Arnolfini Portrait’, One of World’s Most Enigmatic Paintings appeared first on Artnet News.

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Santa Fe, Bukhara and Liverpool: the most interesting biennials to visit in 2025

The Art Newspaper

Plus, full listings of the biennials, triennials and festivals taking place throughout the year

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Japan’s Art Market Outperformed the Global Average Over the Past Five Years: Report

Artnet News

Its relatively small has art industry has some unusual characteristics, according to economist Clare McAndrew. The post Japan’s Art Market Outperformed the Global Average Over the Past Five Years: Report appeared first on Artnet News.

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A New Show at the Dalí Museum Honors the ‘Subversive Eye’ of Surrealist Photography

Artnet News

The biggest show on the subject since 1986 features works by photogs from Man Ray to Dora Maar. The post A New Show at the Dal Museum Honors the ‘Subversive Eye’ of Surrealist Photography appeared first on Artnet News.

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Brafa turns 70, plus new fairs in Cyprus and Texas—a quick look at art fairs in 2025

The Art Newspaper

Vima, the first international contemporary art fair in Cyprus, opens in the spring, while Untitled Art expands to Houston

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Notre-Dame Is Getting New Stained Glass Windows by Claire Tabouret

Artnet News

The divisive plan would replace 19th-century windows by Eugne Viollet-le-Duc. The post Notre-Dame Is Getting New Stained Glass Windows by Claire Tabouret appeared first on Artnet News.

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Figurative painter Claire Tabouret chosen to design contemporary stained-glass windows for Notre-Dame

The Art Newspaper

Heritage organisations remain opposed to President Macron's plans to replace chapel windows at the newly reopened cathedral

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A Rare Terracotta Warrior Is Unearthed in China’s Legendary Imperial Tomb

Artnet News

The figure is one of only 10 high-ranking officers found over the past 50 years. The post A Rare Terracotta Warrior Is Unearthed in China’s Legendary Imperial Tomb appeared first on Artnet News.

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The must-see exhibitions in 2025: from Leigh Bowery in London to Michaelina Wautier in Vienna

The Art Newspaper

We round-up the biggest shows opening each month

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Kinetic Rebel: The Whirring, Clanging World of Artist Jean Tinguely

Artnet News

A stellar Milan retrospective, the artist's first major exhibition in decades, celebrates his groundbreaking sculptures, blending mechanical chaos, humor, and defiance. The post Kinetic Rebel: The Whirring, Clanging World of Artist Jean Tinguely appeared first on Artnet News.

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Our pick of the shows to see in the world's great art cities in 2025

The Art Newspaper

The exhibitions to visit in London, New York, Tokyo, Paris and So Paulo

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Join SAA for the Write Away Forum!

Society of American Archivists

Wondering what it takes to write a research article? Draft a book proposal? Prepare a case study on archival practice? Review a professional resource? Define terminology in the archival lexicon?

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London-based Studio Weave wins competition to revamp British Museum entrance

The Art Newspaper

New welcome pavilions and a landscaped forecourt are scheduled for completion early 2026

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Artist Cynthia Daignault Reimagines Masterpieces by Renoir and Manet in an L.A. Show

Artnet News

Presented by Night Gallery, Los Angeles, Daignault's "The Lemon" revisits icons of art history. The post Artist Cynthia Daignault Reimagines Masterpieces by Renoir and Manet in an L.A. Show appeared first on Artnet News.

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Indigenous Alaskan artist Nicholas Galanin receives $200,000 prize from Crystal Bridges Museum

The Art Newspaper

The biennial award is named for the late collector and food company president Don Tyson

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Pharrell Williams Joins UNESCO as Its Newest Goodwill Ambassador

Artnet News

"He believes in the power of creativity and education to build a better future," said UNESCO's director general. The post Pharrell Williams Joins UNESCO as Its Newest Goodwill Ambassador appeared first on Artnet News.

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The Groucho Club to reopen in January following rape accusation

The Art Newspaper

The London private members club, owned by the founders of Hauser & Wirth gallery, was shut down by police in November following a serious crime at the Soho venue

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A Pristine iPhone is a Throwback Find for Collectors

WorthPoint

This rare factory-sealed first-generation 4GB Apple iPhone recently sold at auction for $18,000. Image Source: Live Auctioneers With new operating systems and better features, it seems there is a shiny new Android or iPhone every few months. Many users want the latest and greatest features and dont mind paying a little extra at upgrade time to get the newest model.

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Advisors Are Establishing Their Own Networks To Win Clients, Says DFA

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

Advisors Developing Channels for Growth

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London Antique Rug & Textile Art Fair returns in New Year

Antique Collecting

The London Antique Rug & Textile Art Fair (LARTA) returns to the mezzanine of the Winter Decorative Fair in Londons The post London Antique Rug & Textile Art Fair returns in New Year appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Assets In Model Portfolios Continue To Rise: State Street Report

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

The firm said clients whose advisors use model portfolios are more satisfied.

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Private Dorset art collection leads sale

Antique Collecting

A Somerset auction house is hoping thatan interesting selection of pictures in their upcoming Fine Art Sale will attract the The post Private Dorset art collection leads sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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CAPTRUST Inks Double Deal Adding Almost $2B In Assets

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

CAPTRUST Financial Advisors has sealed a pair of deals that boost the firm's assets by nearly $2 billion in assets, according to a news release today from the company.

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Omega ‘Dirty Dozen’ watch sparks battle

Antique Collecting

An example of one of the so-called ‘Dirty Dozen‘ watches from the Second World War went under the hammer in The post Omega ‘Dirty Dozen’ watch sparks battle appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Summit Takes Stake In N.C. Firm With $1.3B In Advisory, Retirement Plan Assets

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

The stake in Gordon Asset Management is Summit's 18th strategic investment this year.

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Workers at the Noguchi Museum push to form a union

The Art Newspaper

After months of protests in solidarity with Palestine and against a new dress code banning workers from wearing keffiyehs, the Queens institution's staff are organising for "better conditions"

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Fidelity Study Finds Americans Shifting To Short-Term Savings Focus Amid Setbacks

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

Most Americans faced financial setbacks this year that forced them to rethink their savings priorities.

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Photographer Lee Mary Manning Captures Life’s Ephemera in Captivating Collages

Artnet News

With an intuitive eye and a poetic touch, Manning assembles snapshots, fabrics, and found objects into evocative works of art. "Kiss of the Sun" is now on view at Canada gallery in Manhattan. The post Photographer Lee Mary Manning Captures Lifes Ephemera in Captivating Collages appeared first on Artnet News.

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Gen X's Support Of Parents, Children Adds To Financial Strain, Report Says

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

Sandwiched between the Baby Boomer and Millennial generations, this cohort, born between 1965 and 1980, deeply felt the impact from major economic downturns such as the dot-com crash in 2000 and the Great Recession in 2008.

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Dunhill Aquarium Lighters Ignite Collectors’ Passion

WorthPoint

This Dunhill lighter bears a quintessential and beautiful hand-painted aquarium design. It sold in December 2024 for $4,000. Smoking may be largely out of fashion today, but the demand for antique and vintage ashtrays, cigarette cases, pipes, and other related collectibles remains red hot. Among the items sparking collectors admiration are Dunhill aquarium table lighters produced by the British luxury goods firm Alfred Dunhill, which have become luxury collectibles.

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Raymond James Grabs $995M Merrill Lynch Trio In Cleveland

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

Raymond James has added a former Merrill Lynch trio that managed $995 million in client assets to its employee advisor channel, Raymond James & Associates (RJA) in Cleveland, Ohio, according to a news release.

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My Top Ten eBay Sales of 2024

WorthPoint

A lot of eight Barbie Dolls from the Jewel Essence Collectionsimilar to these was one of my biggest sellers last year. This one is for you, resellers! Read on as I share My Top Ten eBay Sales of 2024. My Story For over 20 years, I have been both selling on eBay and working with clients. My client work involves both consignment and me buying lots of items outright.

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Wealthy Baby Boomers Will Make Heirs Wait, Schwab Survey Says

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

Baby boomers are far and away the stingiest generation by at least one measure: desire to pass on their riches during their lifetimes. That's according to a new survey from Charles Schwab, which found just 21% of boomers with at least $1 million in investable assets said they want the next generation to enjoy my money while I'm alive. That compares with 53% of millennials and 44% of Gen X Americans with assets in the same range.

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