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Egypt announces discovery of first royal tomb since King Tutankhamun's was found over a century ago

The Art Newspaper

The unearthing of King Thutmose II's tomb has been described as one of the most important archaeological discoveries in recent years

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Inside the Shadowy World of a Notorious Art Looter Who Eluded Justice

Artnet News

A new PBS documentary, "Plunderer: The Life and Times of a Nazi Art Thief," unpacks the decades-spanning crimes of Bruno Lohse. The post Inside the Shadowy World of a Notorious Art Looter Who Eluded Justice appeared first on Artnet News.

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Exhibitions reveal hidden stories of interned Japanese American artists

The Art Newspaper

Shows at the Smithsonian American Art Museum and the Denver Art Museum explore personal and professional struggle of those who were incarcerated during the Second World War

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Netherlands Returns 119 Benin Bronzes To Nigeria In Landmark Repatriation Agreement

Artnet News

New provenance research proves the precious objects were looted by the British during a brutal military campaign in 1897. The post Netherlands Returns 119 Benin Bronzes To Nigeria In Landmark Repatriation Agreement appeared first on Artnet News.

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Exploring Architectural Pottery's mid-century Modern design legacy

The Art Newspaper

A show at the American Museum of Ceramic Art highlights the ceramics company's groundbreaking designs that complemented post-war architecture

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Inside the Rothschilds’ Legendary Surrealist Ball

Artnet News

Salvador Dal, Brigitte Bardot, and Audrey Hepburn were in attendance. The post Inside the Rothschilds Legendary Surrealist Ball appeared first on Artnet News.

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Out of the ashes: how California is learning lessons from the past on controlling wildfires

The Art Newspaper

Curators at the Fowler Museumand other Los Angeles cultural leadersare looking to centuries-old Native American fire-tending practices to help address an urgent crisis

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Cartier brooches—once owned by the unconventional arts patron Virginia Courtauld—go on display in London

The Art Newspaper

The diamond-encrusted pieces of jewellery can now be seen in Eltham Palace, Courtaulds former home

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For the First Time Since King Tut, Egypt Has Unearthed a Royal Tomb

Artnet News

The discovery of King Thutmose II's burial site is considered a monumental discovery The post For the First Time Since King Tut, Egypt Has Unearthed a Royal Tomb appeared first on Artnet News.

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Musée de l’Orangerie set to reopen after works to improve visitor flow—and tackle the notorious Tuileries dust

The Art Newspaper

The latest stage of the Paris museum's revamp will end on 2 March

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How Does a 17th-Century Dystopian Tale Resonate with the Black Diaspora Today?

Artnet News

In a sweeping upcoming survey at the Wellin Museum of Art at Hamilton College, Jamea Richmond-Edwards will offer a powerful perspective. The post How Does a 17th-Century Dystopian Tale Resonate with the Black Diaspora Today? appeared first on Artnet News.

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Out of the ashes: how California is learning lessons from the past on controlling wildfires

The Art Newspaper

Curators at the Fowler Museumand other Los Angeles cultural leadersare looking to centuries-old Native American fire-tending practices to help address an urgent crisis

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Here Are the 10 Most Expensive Lots Sold at Auction in January 2025

Artnet News

We combed Artnet's Price Database to out what fetched the highest prices last month. The post Here Are the 10 Most Expensive Lots Sold at Auction in January 2025 appeared first on Artnet News.

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Artists offer to replace collectors’ works lost in LA fires

The Art Newspaper

Photographer Martin Schoeller and painter Cynthia Daignault say they will provide new versions of pieces destroyed in the blazes

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The Architect Making His Mark on New York’s Art Spaces from Bushwick to Broadway

Artnet News

Peter Zuspan and Bureau V Architecture are designing bold, community-driven spaces that challenge the conventions of art and performance. The post The Architect Making His Mark on New York’s Art Spaces from Bushwick to Broadway appeared first on Artnet News.

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Doug Aitken: ‘I didn’t start with characters, I started with topographies’

The Art Newspaper

The artists multi-channel video project at the Marciano Art Foundation, and related solo show at Regen Projects, are an ode to Los Angeless dark magic

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This Artist’s Approach to Stone Carving Revolutionizes a Timeless Tradition

Artnet News

Yves Dana's sculptures include specially sourced stones from around the world. The post This Artists Approach to Stone Carving Revolutionizes a Timeless Tradition appeared first on Artnet News.

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Inflatable flower-topped clock welcomes fairgoers to Frieze Los Angeles

The Art Newspaper

Greg Itos sculpture at Santa Monica Airport aims to provide visitors with a healing message

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Rare Newcastle silver in London sale

Antique Collecting

Two very rare pieces of antique Newcastle silver come for sale in London on February 26 when a Charles II The post Rare Newcastle silver in London sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Galleries revamp Frieze plans in wake of fires

The Art Newspaper

Last months deadly wildfires have prompted exhibitors to reschedule exhibitions and parties, and launch fundraisers for artists most affected by the disaster

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Cartier ‘Tutti Frutti’ brooch shines in sale

Antique Collecting

A tiny brooch discovered hidden in a box of ‘worthless’ costume jewellery has just sold for a record 19,500 at The post Cartier ‘Tutti Frutti’ brooch shines in sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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'I think Frieze Los Angeles is exactly what the city needs right now': Sophia Cohen on the healing power of art

The Art Newspaper

The one-time gallerist with a dizzying array of other art-world roles describes her early love of Pop art and her regret at not buying a Salman Toor before he was famous

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Private collections leads spring sale

Antique Collecting

Property from a host of private collections will be coming up for sale at Tennants Auctioneers in North Yorkshire on The post Private collections leads spring sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Artists offer to replace collectors’ works lost in fires

The Art Newspaper

Photographer Martin Schoeller and painter Cynthia Daignault say they will provide new versions of pieces destroyed in the blazes

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Boba Fett helmet set to star in sale

Antique Collecting

A replica helmet of one of the most memorable characters in the Star Wars franchise, the bounty hunter Boba Fett, The post Boba Fett helmet set to star in sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Estate of Corita Kent, Pop artist, activist and former nun, finds new home in Arts District

The Art Newspaper

The Corita Art Center will include a dedicated space for exhibitions

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Brokering Art from the Same Side of the Table

Art Advisor's Blog

Brokering Fine Art We're On the Same Side of the Table as You Signet Art has successfully brokered fine art for our clients for over 30 years - our secret to maximizing our client's outcome when approaching the most appropriate market? We're on the same side of the table as you. From the moment we take possession of an artwork to the drop of the gavel when the auctioneer yells "SOLD!

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Galleries, fairs and curators offer works to aid Los Angeles wildfire recovery

The Art Newspaper

Fundraising events both in California and New York aim to support affected artists and art workers

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Insights on Auction Sales: Scalmana Glass Bowl, Mohomes Rookie Cards

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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Eight shows at PST Art, in and around Los Angeles, to see before they close

The Art Newspaper

While most museum shows in the PST Art: Art & Science Collide event closed at the end of 2024, more than two dozen are still open.

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UPDATE: Welch Head of Conservation and Scientific Research, National Museum of Asian Art (NMAA)

WCG

OPEN DATE: January 7, 2025 CLOSING DATE: March 14, 2025 POSITION TYPE: Trust Fund APPOINTMENT TYPE: Indefinite SCHEDULE: Full Time DUTY LOCATION: Washington, DC COMPENSATION : $139,395$162,629 / year For additional details as well as a link to the application, please visit the listing at the Smithsonian Trust Careers Portal. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Providing leadership and management by overseeing the departments goals, articulating priorities, developing strategies, managing

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A brush with… Somaya Critchlow

The Art Newspaper

Critchlow, known for her paintings and drawings of Black women, often nude, discusses the power of David Lynchs films, the consistent importance to her of Japanese manga, and being comfortable with feeling uncomfortable

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Sisters in Stitching

The Magazine Antiques

An exhibition at the Mississippi Museum of Art sheds new light on the intimate and enduring bonds formed through the quilts sewn by Black women in the South. The post Sisters in Stitching appeared first on The Magazine Antiques. Sisters in Stitching was first posted on February 19, 2025 at 4:00 pm. ©2021 " The Magazine Antiques " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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Chinese ceramics take centre stage at new museum in Portugal

The Art Newspaper

Albuquerque Foundation will show works from Brazilian collectors holdings in a historic quinta

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An Expensive Taste—Whiskey Collecting

WorthPoint

Mark Littler goes by many titles, but he is a whiskey connoisseur at heart. Photo: Mark Littler When you hear the words ” collectors convention, ” you first think of standing in a conference center hall and watching hobbyists pour through sports cards, records, or comics. You picture the attendees decked out in community-appropriate garb that pays tribute to their favorite heroes from their favorite collections.

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Preventive Conservation Technician, Colonial Williamsburg

WCG

Permanent, full-time position available with full range of benefits in the Conservation department at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation! Wages start at $17.50/hour. See the full posting below and apply or spread the word. About Colonial Williamsburg Colonial Williamsburg is the largest living history museum in the U.S. The Historic Area is the 301-acre restored colonial capital with 88 original buildings and 525 buildings reconstructed to how they appeared in the 18th century through extensiv

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Insights on Auction Sales: Rare Sports Cards, Trains

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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