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Scrappy as Ever, Spring Break Art Fair Remains True to Its Wild Roots

Artnet News

The only fair where you can go camping, visit Coney Island, and buy original works of art for $100. The post Scrappy as Ever, Spring Break Art Fair Remains True to Its Wild Roots appeared first on Artnet News.

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A Hamptons art gala raises money for Ukrainian children, with an assist from actor Liev Schreiber

The Art Newspaper

As the summer season in the tony Long Island enclave wound down, the humanitarian organisation BlueCheck and Manhattan’s Mriya gallery teamed up for a benefit auction

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The Surprising History of the Duck Stamp Takes Wing in a Museum Show

Artnet News

It's the only art contest run by the U.S. government. The post The Surprising History of the Duck Stamp Takes Wing in a Museum Show appeared first on Artnet News.

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MFA Boston returns necklace that was likely looted from a tomb to Turkey

The Art Newspaper

Investigations by both the museum's internal team and experts from Turkey's Ministry of Culture suggested the gold and carnelian artefact was exported illegally

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At the Armory Show, Fantasy-Coded Paintings Offer Escapism in Soft Focus

Artnet News

Each year in New York, the Armory Show represents a return to the art fair calendar after the industry takes its standard summer break in August. VIPs are descending on the Javits Center, which is due West of Hudson Yards and overlooking the Hudson River There, over 235 exhibitors will converge tomorrow for the VIP […] The post At the Armory Show, Fantasy-Coded Paintings Offer Escapism in Soft Focus appeared first on Artnet News.

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Bridging Eras brings 20th-century decorative arts to Jasper52 September 10

Auction Central News

NEW YORK — Jasper52 has announced its next decorative arts sale focused on fine 20th-century items for any home, Bridging Eras, which will be held on Tuesday, September 10, starting at 6 pm Eastern time. The 255-lot catalog is now open for bidding exclusively at LiveAuctioneers. The first highlight is a stick reed rattan double-strand […] The post Bridging Eras brings 20th-century decorative arts to Jasper52 September 10 appeared first on Auction Central News.

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Here Are 11 Must-See Gallery Shows This Armory Art Week

Artnet News

There's more art to see beyond the fairs at Armory Art Week. Here is our pick of must-see gallery shows around Manhattan. The post Here Are 11 Must-See Gallery Shows This Armory Art Week appeared first on Artnet News.

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Arch of Constantine Damaged by Lightning Amid Severe Storms in Rome

Artnet News

The lightning strike blew chunks of stone off the 4th-century structure. The post Arch of Constantine Damaged by Lightning Amid Severe Storms in Rome appeared first on Artnet News.

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Temporary Assistant Objects Conservator, The Baltimore Museum of Art

WCG

Baltimore Museum of Art logo. Description The Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA) seeks an energetic, detail-oriented individual for the temporary position of Assistant Objects Conservator to assist in the conservation needs for an upcoming construction project. In consultation with the Senior Objects Conservator, the Assistant Objects Conservator will examine, document, rehouse, and treat as needed a variety of works, including furniture and textiles.

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Bikers and Off-Roaders Are Endangering Ancient Chilean Geoglyphs

Artnet News

There are more than 5,000 geoglyphs in the Atacama Desert. The post Bikers and Off-Roaders Are Endangering Ancient Chilean Geoglyphs appeared first on Artnet News.

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Art of the American West sale returns to John Moran September 10

Auction Central News

MONROVIA, CA —Nearly 500 lots of fine art and sculpture — all centered on the recurring event theme of the American West — will cross the block at John Moran Auctioneers on Tuesday, September 10. The complete catalog is now open for bidding at LiveAuctioneers. The sale’s highest-estimated lot by far is a unique tempera […] The post Art of the American West sale returns to John Moran September 10 appeared first on Auction Central News.

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Picks From the Inaugural ‘Collectible’ Design Fair in New York, From Amorphous Minimalism to Mycelium Tables

Artnet News

The renowned Brussels contemporary design fair touches down in New York's Financial District just in time for art week. The post Picks From the Inaugural ‘Collectible’ Design Fair in New York, From Amorphous Minimalism to Mycelium Tables appeared first on Artnet News.

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Art by Ralph Eugene Cahoon, Jr. and Thomas Chambers smashed high estimates at Stair

Auction Central News

HUDSON, NY — Works by Ralph Eugene Cahoon, Jr. and Thomas Chambers blew past their high estimates at Stair August 1. Many of the items in the sale came from two prominent estates: financier and philanthropist Richard P. Mellon and insurance executive Henry B. Holt. Complete results are available at LiveAuctioneers. Cahoon (1910-1982) was an American […] The post Art by Ralph Eugene Cahoon, Jr. and Thomas Chambers smashed high estimates at Stair appeared first on Auction Central News.

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MFA Boston Returns a 2,500-Year-Old Necklace to Turkey

Artnet News

When the museum bought the necklace in 1982, it did not receive any provenance records. The post MFA Boston Returns a 2,500-Year-Old Necklace to Turkey appeared first on Artnet News.

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Muted expectations meet moderate sales at third edition of Frieze Seoul

The Art Newspaper

The fair feels effects of economic slump, but benefits from two local biennials and new city-wide initiatives

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A New York Show Offers 3 Competing Visions of Contemporary Abstraction

Artnet News

Presented by Wook + Lattuada, the show features work by Nando Stevoli, Edorado Menini, and Wang Yigang. The post A New York Show Offers 3 Competing Visions of Contemporary Abstraction appeared first on Artnet News.

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From pirate utopias to ‘auntie power’: Busan Biennale celebrates alternative narratives

The Art Newspaper

This year's event marks beginning of a coordinated, cohesive art season for Korea that continues with Frieze Seoul, Kiaf and the Gwangju Biennale

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What Was Selling at the Armory Show’s 2024 VIP Preview?

Artnet News

After a quiet summer, there are signs the market is coming back to life. The post What Was Selling at the Armory Show’s 2024 VIP Preview? appeared first on Artnet News.

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SAA Receives IMLS Grant to Create a Research Agenda for the Profession

Society of American Archivists

September 5, 2024 —The Society of American Archivists has received a $150,000 grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Grant program to establish a prioritized research agenda for the archival profession.

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Here’s the Definitive Volume on Donald Judd’s Minimalist Furniture Designs

Artnet News

The Judd Foundation's first book on the artist's furniture features his greatest hits and deep cuts alike. The post Here’s the Definitive Volume on Donald Judd’s Minimalist Furniture Designs appeared first on Artnet News.

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Collectible fair offers handcrafted design and artists’ functional objects in New York debut

The Art Newspaper

The Belgian fair’s first stateside edition offers objects for every aesthetic sensibility and budget

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Amplify Launches Growth ETF With Call Options

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

The asset manager is adding to a suite of covered-call products, this time with a growth stock bent.

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Myths and monsters abound at the New York's Spring Break fair

The Art Newspaper

As ever, the emerging artist showcase delivers on all things weird, wild and wonderful

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Native American Art Auction

Maine Antique Digest

Bonhams, Los Angeles, California Photos courtesy Bonhams It did fine,” said department director Ingmars Lindbergs about the June 13 Bonhams Native American art auction in Los Angeles. “We had a great selection of material,” he added, which included “a great early jewelry collection.

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‘At Tate Modern, I want us to take real risks’: director outlines her plans to borrow rather than buy Indigenous art

The Art Newspaper

Karin Hindsbo, director of the London gallery for the past year, wants it to be a ground-breaking institution.

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Court Rejects Oppenheimer's Request For Restraining Order Against Broker

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

A federal judge has denied a request by Oppenheimer & Co. to issue a temporary restraining order against a former broker who the firm claimed was soliciting clients he took over from a deceased colleague.

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Animal rights protestors stage die-in at London’s Courtauld Gallery

The Art Newspaper

Members of the activist group Peta occupied the institution‘s LVMH Great Room

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Photograph Conservation Technician, Cross Museum Services

WCG

Description The Photograph Conservation Technician contract shall commence October 7, 2024, and end October 6th, 2025, with the option to extend the contract based on contractor performance. The technician participates fully in the daily operations of the photograph conservation laboratory, including but not limited to assisting with the examination, condition reporting, and selected treatment of works of art; providing technical support by taking digital images; assisting with the organization

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Busan Biennale offers us navigation through auntie power

The Art Newspaper

This year's event offers a coordinated, cohesive art season for Korea that continues with Frieze Seoul, Kiaf and the Gwangju Biennale

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This Week in Thrifting: Is Mystery Crystal Worth a Flip?

WorthPoint

How much is this crystal decanter worth? There are so many mysteries waiting for you at your local thrift store, and thrifted glass is one of the biggies. From shot glasses and vases to functional tableware and art glass, there’s almost always too much to choose from. But, on this latest thrifting trip, I found a nifty decanter that caught my eye for one very simple reason: an intact stopper.

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How queer art is blossoming in Korea

The Art Newspaper

A recent ruling by South Korea’s supreme court has shown an increased acceptance for LGBTQ+ communities in the country.

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Wealth Enhancement Group Acquires $1.3B Philly Hybrid RIA

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

Minneapolis giant Wealth Enhancement Group today announced the acquisition of Levy Wealth Management Group, LLC, a Philadelphia, Pa.-based hybrid registered investment advisor with more than $1.3 billion in assets under management.

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Anya Gallaccio: the artist casting trees in bronze, planting an orchard, and letting her art rot

The Art Newspaper

Dissolution, uncertainty and paradox are the stock in trade of the British artist, whose latest works include trees as a metaphor for those living with HIV/Aids and casting chalk caves with a 3D printer

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Hailey Bieber Commemorates Birth of Jack Blues With Sparkly 'MOM' Ring

Jewelry Judge

Hailey Bieber just added a sparkly new keepsake to her jewelry wardrobe, a diamond-embellished "MOM" ring that commemorates the birth of Jack Blues Bieber on August 22. The model and skincare entrepreneur showed off the ring on her Instagram Stories on September 3. About two weeks earlier, proud papa Justin shared a pic of his wife holding the baby's foot, along with the caption, "WELCOME HOME JACK BLUES BIEBER.

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Volta New York champions Ukrainian artists

The Art Newspaper

The satellite fair’s new director visited Kyiv in the spring to forge partnerships with artists and dealers there

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The Randolph Street Market Festival

Maine Antique Digest

Chicago, Illinois About the first Randolph Street Market Festival (RSM) of 2024, we have this to say: we have good news, and then there’s even better news.

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Narcissister’s new show expands on her subversive brand of magic

The Art Newspaper

The artist’s project at Pioneer Works in Brooklyn is her first large-scale performance commission since 2012