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Ancient Mexican Cave Art Damaged by Looters With Electric Saw

Artnet News

The looters carved and stole a section of the painting, leaving paint chips on the ground. The post Ancient Mexican Cave Art Damaged by Looters With Electric Saw appeared first on Artnet News.

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How to help artists and art workers devastated by Los Angeles wildfires

The Art Newspaper

A range of art-world relief funds are trying to provide immediate aid

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Biker-Gang Art Forgers! Hauser Hoovers Up Another Hotel! Kenny Schachter Files from the Swiss Alps

Artnet News

Readying a New York show in the Engadine, our columnist still finds time to meet up with a revered dealer, visit the local pool, and much more. The post Biker-Gang Art Forgers! Hauser Hoovers Up Another Hotel! Kenny Schachter Files from the Swiss Alps appeared first on Artnet News.

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Oliviero Toscani, Italian photographer known for his provocative fashion campaigns, dies aged 82

The Art Newspaper

His work for brands such as Benetton sparked conversations about issues including the Aids crisis and anorexia

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Art Dealer-Embezzeler Douglas Chrismas Sentenced in Federal Court

Artnet News

The notorious, disgraced founder of the long-running Ace Gallery will spend two years in prison. The post Art Dealer-Embezzeler Douglas Chrismas Sentenced in Federal Court appeared first on Artnet News.

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As restitutions slow across Europe, UK may be poised for progress

The Art Newspaper

Political turmoil across the continent is hampering plans for national structures to return colonial-era heritage.

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Who Are the Resnicks, the Art Collectors Accused of Hoarding California’s Water?

Artnet News

Water experts in California view the criticism as misguided. The post Who Are the Resnicks, the Art Collectors Accused of Hoarding California’s Water? appeared first on Artnet News.

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Mary Miss Installation at Des Moines Art Center Set for Removal Following Legal Battle

Artnet News

Miss will donate the funds from the settlement to a foundation established to protect artists whose public works are threatened. The post Mary Miss Installation at Des Moines Art Center Set for Removal Following Legal Battle appeared first on Artnet News.

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A Show with a Heart

Maine Antique Digest

The Greater Rochester Antiques Show, Henrietta, New York As I write this at home after spending hours walking through the second day of the Greater Rochester Antiques Show on October 19 (the first day is just setup, and I walked then as well), I am looking for adjectives to describe why

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Will This $4 Million Declaration of Independence Make Auction History?

Artnet News

It sold not four years ago for just $930,000. The post Will This $4 Million Declaration of Independence Make Auction History? appeared first on Artnet News.

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How Valuable Are Costume Jewelry Cameos?

WorthPoint

When I wrote about identifying extraordinary cameo jewelry recently, I couldnt help but think about the many lower-quality copies these treasures inspired. During the Victorian era, desirable cameos were crafted from materials such as shell, lava, and gemstones, making these exquisite pieces accessible primarily to the wealthy. On the other hand, examples with less skilled carving were sold at more affordable prices to the general public.

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Why Collectors Are Clamoring for Marie Laurencin’s Sapphic Paintings

Artnet News

The French artist's works are the subject of a new show at Almine Rech. The post Why Collectors Are Clamoring for Marie Laurencin’s Sapphic Paintings appeared first on Artnet News.

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Comment | The end of Los Angeles as we know it

The Art Newspaper

In the wake of catastrophic wildfires, a new city will emerge

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Wedgwood abolitionist medallion in Somerset sale

Antique Collecting

A rare Wedgwood Jasperware medallion is set to attract a lot of attention when it comes up for sale in The post Wedgwood abolitionist medallion in Somerset sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Mary Miss and Des Moines Art Center settle lawsuit over Land art piece's demolition

The Art Newspaper

The artist had sought to force the museum to repair her 1996 outdoor installation, while the institution claimed it could only afford to tear it down

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Signed John Lennon book is the write stuff

Antique Collecting

A signed copy of John Lennon’s book In His Own Write has an estimate of 2,000-2,500 in an upcoming Gloucestershire The post Signed John Lennon book is the write stuff appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Immersive inspirations: three key developments from 2024

The Art Newspaper

It was a big year for immersive art, with major institutions getting involved, new virtual reality kit, and a groundbreaking event in Venice

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John Frederick Lewis rediscovered masterpiece in sale

Antique Collecting

A rediscovered masterpiece in watercolour, A Reception in the Harem by John Frederick Lewis (1804-1876), unseen in public for over The post John Frederick Lewis rediscovered masterpiece in sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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The Journal of Wealth Management - Untitled Article

The Journal of Wealth Management

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See inside new issue of Antique Collecting magazine

Antique Collecting

In this month’s Antique Collecting magazine – subscribe now to get it each month – we find out why dinosaur The post See inside new issue of Antique Collecting magazine appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Story Time

Maine Antique Digest

Beneath the Surface Our children have reached the age where they find us cringe. (That is what they call embarrassing these days. A key way to be cringe is to use their slang against them.

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Antique automaton could sell for thousands

Antique Collecting

A very rare Chinese Opium Smokerantique automaton will lead Tennants Auctioneers Scientific and Musical Instruments, Cameras and Tools Sale this The post Antique automaton could sell for thousands appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Supplementary Data

The Journal of Wealth Management

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Somerville's 'gator guy' is a social media star. Here's why he's walking away

Wbur

Seth Kaplan of Somerville is the founder of the the wildly-popular "Gators Daily" social media account. He joins WBUR's Morning Edition to share why he's walking away from his novelty X account. Seth Kaplan of Somerville is the founder of the the wildly-popular "Gators Daily" social media account. He joins WBUR's Morning Edition to share why he's walking away from his novelty X account.

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Emerging Professionals 2025 Lab Tour, NARA

WCG

We have an upcoming lab tour on January 24, 2025 for WCG Emerging Professionals: The tour will be held on Friday, January 24from 12:00PM to 1:00 PM EST at the National Archives (700 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20408). Enter from Pennsylvania Avenue, through the researcher entrance, not the museum entrance. The tour should last approximately 1 hour.

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A String of Pearls in a Shoebox

The Magazine Antiques

In a radiantly decorated and appointed turn-of-the-century tea house on a Long Island estate, the vision of American artist and Elsie de Wolfe protg Everett Shinn stands revealed. The post A String of Pearls in a Shoebox appeared first on The Magazine Antiques. A String of Pearls in a Shoebox was first posted on January 14, 2025 at 2:20 pm. ©2021 " The Magazine Antiques " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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Call for Expressions of Interest in ARL Learning+DEI Cohort Program Task Forces

Association of Research Libraries

Last Updated on January 14, 2025, 8:47 am ET The ARL Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee and Learning Network Committee are seeking expressions of interest for several new members to join the Intensive Learning Program (ILP) Task Force , Kaleidoscope Program (KP) Task Force , Leadership and Career Development Program (LCDP) Task Force , and the Leadership Fellows Program (LFP) Task Force.

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A String of Pearls in a Shoebox

The Magazine Antiques

In a radiantly decorated and appointed turn-of-the-century tea house on a Long Island estate, the vision of American artist and Elsie de Wolfe protg Everett Shinn stands revealed. The post A String of Pearls in a Shoebox appeared first on The Magazine Antiques. A String of Pearls in a Shoebox was first posted on January 14, 2025 at 2:20 pm. ©2021 " The Magazine Antiques " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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'Wheel of Fortune' Contestant Solves 'Will You Marry Me?' Puzzle, Gets a Ring

Jewelry Judge

A former Wheel of Fortune contestant who believed she was being invited back on the show as part of its 50th-anniversary celebration solved the "WILL YOU MARRY ME?" puzzle and was stunned when her now-fiancé emerged from backstage to pop the question. Rhea Mathew had last appeared on the top-rated game show in October of 2023. Her appearance this past Thursday was actually the culmination of an elaborate ruse coordinated by Mathew's boyfriend, Robin Kuriakose, and the show&#

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Massachusetts' Republican lawmakers propose plan to 'course correct' family shelters

Wbur

The GOP lawmakers said their omnibus legislation would change the Supreme Judicial Court's 2017 Lunn decision, by allowing state courts and law enforcement to honor Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainers in the case of "violent offenders." The GOP lawmakers said their omnibus legislation would change the Supreme Judicial Court's 2017 Lunn decision, by allowing state courts and law enforcement to honor Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainers in the case of "violent offenders.

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