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‘You’re right! This is Native land’: New site-specific sculptures in Maine centre Indigenous experiences and relationships with the land

The Art Newspaper

At the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, sculptures by Anna Tsouhlarakis and Shane Perley-Dutcher are part of a push to advocate for environmental and social justice

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“Spring Extravaganza” Sale at Marion

Maine Antique Digest

Marion Antique Auctions, Marion, Massachusetts Photos courtesy Marion Antique Auctions Marion Antique Auctions held its “Spring Extravaganza” sale May 4 in the Marion, Massachusetts, gallery. The sale was live, with about 60 bidders in the room at various times. Staff were on the phones and executing left and online bids.

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$1.2m Picasso drawing purchased with allegedly misappropriated funds recovered by US officials

The Art Newspaper

The work on paper, purchased at Christie’s New York in 2014, was allegedly paid for with money embezzled from Malaysia’s 1MDB sovereign investment fund

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We Asked 10 Art Industry Savants to Share the Top Artists Residencies Around the World. Here’s What They Told Us

Artnet News

Insiders shared the best 35 residencies globally and told us why they're worth it. The post We Asked 10 Art Industry Savants to Share the Top Artists Residencies Around the World. Here’s What They Told Us appeared first on Artnet News.

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The SAA Foundation Awards Recipients to Attend 2024 ARCHIVES*RECORDS Conference

Society of American Archivists

July 23, 2024 —The Society of American Archivists (SAA) Foundation is delighted to announce the recipients of the SAA Foundation 2024 Annual Meeting Award. Nineteen exceptional individuals have been selected to receive travel funds to attend the upcoming ARCHIVES*RECORDS Conference in Chicago, IL.

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Unesco warns that AI could rewrite Holocaust history

The Art Newspaper

What can museums and heritage institutions do about disinformation powered by artificial intelligence?

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‘Getting Stuck Isn’t an Option’: Sculptor Chakaia Booker Is Still Building at 71

Artnet News

The artist recently debuted 'Shaved Portions,' a colossal sculpture made of salvaged rubber tires installed in New York's Garment District. The post ‘Getting Stuck Isn’t an Option’: Sculptor Chakaia Booker Is Still Building at 71 appeared first on Artnet News.

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5 of the Most Memorable Artist-Designed Olympics Posters

Artnet News

Artists like Robert Rauschenberg, Rachel Whiteread, and Eduardo Terrazas have made iconic Olympics posters. The post 5 of the Most Memorable Artist-Designed Olympics Posters appeared first on Artnet News.

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Birmingham-Southern College library collection to sell at Grant Zahajko July 31-August 1

Auction Central News

DAVENPORT, WA — The library of Birmingham-Southern College, featuring early works on the history of North America and classics of science and literature, will be sold at Grant Zahajko Auctions during two days: Wednesday, July 31 and Thursday, August 1. Founded in 1856, Birmingham-Southern College (BSC) operated for 168 years as a private arts college […] The post Birmingham-Southern College library collection to sell at Grant Zahajko July 31-August 1 appeared first on Auction Central News.

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How Nicolas Party Designed a Swimming Pool for a Glamorous, Art-Filled Amalfi Coast Hotel

Artnet News

The mosaic-tiled pool is one of the many artworks at Le Sirenuse. Its owner, the art collector Antonio Sersale, weighs in on the eclectic majesty of his seaside resort. The post How Nicolas Party Designed a Swimming Pool for a Glamorous, Art-Filled Amalfi Coast Hotel appeared first on Artnet News.

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First edition of ‘The Book of Mormon’ by Joseph Smith nets $195K at Swann

Auction Central News

NEW YORK — The first edition of the scripture of the Mormon church was released just days before the official establishment of the church on April 6, 1830. Titled The Book of Mormon: An Account Written by the Hand of Mormon, upon Plates Taken from the Plates of Nephi, this was the only edition that […] The post First edition of ‘The Book of Mormon’ by Joseph Smith nets $195K at Swann appeared first on Auction Central News.

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Art We Love: Modigliani’s Exalted Reclining Nudes

Artnet News

On the Italian artist's sensual yet sensitive female forms. The post Art We Love: Modigliani’s Exalted Reclining Nudes appeared first on Artnet News.

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Ahoy there! Beautifully conserved, real-life pirate flag to lead London exhibition

The Art Newspaper

Myths and legends walk the plank as the National Maritime Museum tells true stories of 'horrible' seafarers

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Evidence of the Oldest Houses in Wales Turns Up in a Sports Field

Artnet News

The floors in the houses are in rare condition because the field has never been plowed. The post Evidence of the Oldest Houses in Wales Turns Up in a Sports Field appeared first on Artnet News.

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Sherman Collection Anchors Civil War and History Auction

Maine Antique Digest

Fleischer’s Auctions, Columbus, Ohio Photos courtesy Fleischer’s Auctions Fleischer’s Auctions held its Civil War and African American history auction May 14 and 15 in Columbus, Ohio. This spring premier sale featured more than 500 historical items that generated a total of over $2 million in prices realized, far exceeding initial expectations.

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Van Gogh’s ‘Irises’ Appear Blue Today, But Were Once More Violet, New Research Finds

Artnet News

A new show at Getty Center in L.A. will spotlight its latest analysis of the painting. The post Van Gogh’s ‘Irises’ Appear Blue Today, But Were Once More Violet, New Research Finds appeared first on Artnet News.

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‘An act of violent aggression’: Anne Imhof billboards destroyed in Austria

The Art Newspaper

Works bearing the phrase “Wish You Were Gay” have been vandalised in the city of Bregenz

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Legal Battle Intensifies Over Tunnel That May ‘Irreversibly Harm’ Stonehenge

Artnet News

Campaigners against the tunnel have petitioned the new U.K. Labour government. The post Legal Battle Intensifies Over Tunnel That May ‘Irreversibly Harm’ Stonehenge appeared first on Artnet News.

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American Impressionism: Capturing the Essence of a Nation

Invaluable

The dynamic landscape of late 19th-century America demanded a powerful means to capture the era. Art answered this call in the form of American Impressionism, a movement that gained momentum from the 1880s onward and escorted American artists into international acclaim. This article explores the ambitious network of artists core to American Impressionism and contextualizes their impressive efforts to define their own movement among the many leading European approaches of the era.

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Here’s What a 60-Mile Bike Ride to Edward Hopper’s Childhood Home Taught Me About His Art

Artnet News

To celebrate Edward Hopper’s 142nd birthday, the Whitney Museum of American Art hosted its second annual bike ride to the artist's birthplace. The post Here’s What a 60-Mile Bike Ride to Edward Hopper’s Childhood Home Taught Me About His Art appeared first on Artnet News.

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Bidders set to spy out Christine Keeler letters

Antique Collecting

A cache of very personal letters and photographs relating to Christine Keeler form part of Sworders’ annual Out of The The post Bidders set to spy out Christine Keeler letters appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Spotlight: Colombian Textile Artist Olga de Amaral Celebrated at Homecoming Solo Show in Bogotá

Artnet News

Presented by Galeria Duque Arango at the city's Casa Más, Amaral's show is a veritable jewel box of textile and fiber art. The post Spotlight: Colombian Textile Artist Olga de Amaral Celebrated at Homecoming Solo Show in Bogotá appeared first on Artnet News.

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Troubled Brussels fine arts museums pin hopes on new director

The Art Newspaper

The Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Brussels was hit by scandal last year when its longstanding director stood down following allegations of inappropriate behaviour and bad management

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JAR pansy earrings in jewellery sale

Antique Collecting

A pair of pansy earrings by sought-after American jewellery designer Joel Arthur Rosenthal will go under the hammer at Fellows The post JAR pansy earrings in jewellery sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Head of Seed Collections

SPNHC

Royal Botanic Gardens Kew [link] The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is a world-famous, collections-based scientific organisation, internationally respected for its outstanding collections as well as its expertise in plant and fungal diversity, conservation and sustainable development in the UK and around the world.

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LPL Lands Former $1 Billion Osaic Team In N.J.

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

A former Osaic team that handled $1 billion in advisory, brokerage and retirement plan assets has joined LPL Financial's broker-dealer, RIA and custodial platforms in New Jersey, according to a news release.

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Senior Research Leader – Seed Biology

SPNHC

Royal Botanic Gardens Kew [link] The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is a world-famous, collections-based scientific organisation, internationally respected for its outstanding collections as well as its expertise in plant and fungal diversity, conservation and sustainable development in the UK and around the world.

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4-Carat Diamond Ring Found Wrapped in a Sock Appraises for £20,000

Jewelry Judge

A mother-daughter duo sauntering through London's Crystal Palace Park during an outdoor taping of BBC's Antiques Roadshow were shocked to learn that a diamond ring they found stashed in "mum's" sock drawer was a 4-carat, platinum-set treasure worth £20,000 ($25,800). The mom and daughter hadn't intended to get the ring appraised that day, but there was no queue to meet with fine jewelry consultant Joanne Hardy so they decided to give it a go.

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Former Boston Mayor Marty Walsh remembers powerbroker Jack Connors

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Remembrances are pouring in for philanthropist and advertising executive Jack Connors who died from cancer at his home in Brookline on Monday. He was 82. Remembrances are pouring in for philanthropist and advertising executive Jack Connors who died from cancer at his home in Brookline on Monday. He was 82.

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Canadian French Regime Armchair Identified

Maine Antique Digest

The Collector’s Find An armchair that sold at the auction of the Kindig collection at Pook & Pook, Inc., February 8 for $27,500, well over its $1500/2000 estimate, that was cataloged as a “New York or New England painted white pine William and Mary wainscot armchair” has been correctly identified.

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Exhibition reveals life at 18th-century Nostell

Antique Collecting

The moving story of an 18th-century woman struggling to fit into her role and responsibilities in a grand country house The post Exhibition reveals life at 18th-century Nostell appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Hong Kong officials throw financial lifeline to West Kowloon mega arts hub

The Art Newspaper

Green light given to property sales in hopes of boosting cash-strapped cultural quarter

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Savers Still Think They Need $1.8M To Retire, Schwab Says

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

Workers, in a poll by Charles Schwab last year, said they needed to save $1.8 million to retire comfortably. But many believed they were far from reaching that goal.

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Announcing 2025 Candidates for the ISA Board of Directors

International Society of Appraisers

7/24/2024 12:00:00 AM ISA is proud to announce the six Candidates who are running for a seat on the 2025 ISA Board of Directors. Voting started on Tuesday, July 22nd and ends on August 30, 2024. Results will be announced in mid-September. Candidates are running for 3 year terms beginning in December 2024. Good luck to all our exceptional Candidates.

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Va. Court Grants Injunction Against Salomon & Ludwin Defectors

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

The firm sued four defectors who launched Founders Grove, saying they left with $300 million in client assets.

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The Journal of Wealth Management

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As Harris racks up delegates, some Democrats wish nomination process was more competitive

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Some party veterans say they wanted a series of mini-forums to hear from Harris and other top Democrats. Harris already has the backing of enough delegates to win the party's presidential nomination. Some party veterans say they wanted a series of mini-forums to hear from Harris and other top Democrats. Harris already has the backing of enough delegates to win the party's presidential nomination.

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