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Matisse wanted to buy a Van Gogh portrait—instead, his brother bought a bicycle

The Art Newspaper

Years later, inspired by Vincents paintings, the French artist became a wild beast

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The Pool of Art Critics (Salaciously) Shrinks, and More Juicy Art World Gossip

Artnet News

Plus, which artist has a grievance over the charade of artist dinners? Which 'White Lotus' cast member is dating the son of a mega collector? The post The Pool of Art Critics (Salaciously) Shrinks, and More Juicy Art World Gossip appeared first on Artnet News.

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Sotheby's to sell art belonging to Brazil's Lady of the Resistance

The Art Newspaper

The journalist and collector Niomar Moniz Sodr Bittencourt, who established the Museum of Modern Art of Rio de Janeiro, was exiled after speaking out against Brazil's military dictatorship

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Why Leonora Carrington’s Otherworldly Sculptures Are Generating Interest—and Controversy

Artnet News

A series of bronzes produced at the end of the artist's life are finally getting their due, though the exact circumstances of their production has become a matter of dispute. The post Why Leonora Carrington’s Otherworldly Sculptures Are Generating Interestand Controversy appeared first on Artnet News.

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Latest round of money laundering penalties hit UK trade 

The Art Newspaper

White Cube and Carl Kostyl are among the list of businesses fined for failing to comply with regulations

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Did Michelangelo Pull Off Art History’s Greatest Hoax With ‘Laocoön’?

Artnet News

The monumental sculpture stands as an exemplar of Hellenistic artistrybut not to everyone. The post Did Michelangelo Pull Off Art Historys Greatest Hoax With Laocon? appeared first on Artnet News.

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A new documentary asks how King Charles was hoodwinked by forged paintings

The Art Newspaper

The film examines the scandal of fakes lent by James Stunt to a royal residence, including works supposedly by Monet, Salvador Dal and Picasso

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UK government announces raft of new museum trustees, including artist Isaac Julien and ‘Traitors’ presenter Claudia Winkleman

The Art Newspaper

Appointments have been made at the British Museum, Tate and Victoria and Albert Museum

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The Original ‘E.T.’ Model From the Celebrated 1982 Film Seeks a New Home

Artnet News

The figure was created by special effects legend Carlo Rambaldi. The post The Original ‘E.T.’ Model From the Celebrated 1982 Film Seeks a New Home appeared first on Artnet News.

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On a San Francisco roof, an artist’s work is birthed by the night sky

The Art Newspaper

Ala Ebtekars new cyanotypes for Arion Press were exposed using moon and starlight during a partial lunar eclipse

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Ancient Sculptures Didn’t Just Look Good—They Also Smelled Heavenly, Study Finds

Artnet News

New research suggests statues were scented with perfumes, oils, and flower arrangements. The post Ancient Sculptures Didnt Just Look GoodThey Also Smelled Heavenly, Study Finds appeared first on Artnet News.

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Japan is opening its eyes to women photographers—and to the female gaze

The Art Newspaper

Denied recognition and even credit for their work until recent times, Japans women photographers are challenging and subverting traditional assumptions about the female body

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Step Into Neo-Pointillism Artist Santina Semadar’s Technicolor World

Artnet News

Canadian artist Santina Semadar Panetta's works will be on view at Carlton Fine Arts in New York from April 2-25. The post Step Into Neo-Pointillism Artist Santina Semadar’s Technicolor World appeared first on Artnet News.

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Jack Whitten at MoMA, Paris Noir at the Pompidou, Arpita Singh at the Serpentine—podcast

The Art Newspaper

Tracing Whittens artistic development with the largest ever show of his work, the story of an exhibition exploring the lives of Black artists in France, and Hans Ulrich Obrist on a monumental painting by the esteemed Indian artist Singh

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The New Titles for ‘The White Lotus’ Get a Thai Art Twist—With a Hint of Intrigue

Artnet News

Creative consultancy Plains of Yonder studio mined Thai art and architectural traditions for the 90-second sequence. The post The New Titles for ‘The White Lotus’ Get a Thai Art TwistWith a Hint of Intrigue appeared first on Artnet News.

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London’s Dulwich Picture Gallery is feeding more than passions

The Art Newspaper

The gallery in leafy south London suburb will begin hosting a farmers market this weekend

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The Artist Who Creates Terrariums From Street Trash Makes Her Gallery Debut

Artnet News

Kay Kasparhauser takes us through a week in her life. The post The Artist Who Creates Terrariums From Street Trash Makes Her Gallery Debut appeared first on Artnet News.

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What is a GIA Diamond?

GIA 4Cs

“GIA diamond”is a term youll find when engagement ring shopping short for a diamond graded by GIA, the creator of the 4Cs and the independent, diamond authority. Learn more about”GIA diamonds”and why savvy shoppers rely on GIA. In this blog, well dive deeper into what makes “GIA diamonds” stand out, answer what makes a diamond a GIA diamond, and explain why choosing a GIA-graded diamond offers peace of mind when making this important purchase.

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By the Numbers: How Low Can the Art Market Go?

Artnet News

Amid an ongoing art market contraction, we're breaking down the numbers to see just how far the art market is in decline.

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Dinosaur Fossils – a Guide to Collecting

Antique Collecting

2024 was a big year for dinosaur fossils when the fossilised bones of a stegosaurus sold for a record $44.6m. The post Dinosaur Fossils – a Guide to Collecting appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Can the Art Industry Close Its Gender Equity Gap?

Artnet News

A new report from Artnet and the Association of Women in the Arts reveals women face barriers to career advancement. Experts from galleries, auction houses, and museums share how to change that. The post Can the Art Industry Close Its Gender Equity Gap? appeared first on Artnet News.

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Explore an antique Gillows Davenport desk

Antique Collecting

Fine English furniture specialist David Harvey looks at a rare antique Davenport desk, by the sought-after maker Gillows, that ticks The post Explore an antique Gillows Davenport desk appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Luminaries of Color Field Painting Star in Artnet Auctions’s GEMS Post-War Abstraction Sale

Artnet Auctions

Live for bidding through March 25, the sale represents a diverse array of abstract works. The post Luminaries of Color Field Painting Star in Artnet Auctions’s GEMS Post-War Abstraction Sale appeared first on Artnet News.

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April 2025: Reflections on Glass

The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles

Reflections on Glass Glass never gets old, holding its shape and purpose long after interest has waned in the marketplace and its maker, a name from the past. Recently, my [.] The post April 2025: Reflections on Glass appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

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Medieval posy ring unearthed in Norfolk field

Antique Collecting

A very fine Medieval gold posy ring, dating from the 13th/14th century, that was discovered by a metal detectorist in The post Medieval posy ring unearthed in Norfolk field appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Many Young DIY Investors Look To Advisors, Survey Says

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

There was a time, not so long ago, when the younger generations were all about do-it-yourself (DIY) investors. They highly favored robo advice and gamified investing apps over using a financial advisor.

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New Space Plans Inspire Vintage Interest

WorthPoint

Every day, the news is full of stories about space rockets, the International Space Station, and astronauts’ research and work in outer space. To the delight of the space community and their families, two astronauts are now home from a much longer mission than anticipated. As these astronauts adjust to life back on Earth, the interest in space exploration is on the rise.

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Exhibitions: Due North at the Met

The Magazine Antiques

A show at the Metropolitan Museum of Art celebrates (if a year late) the 250th anniversary of the birth of Caspar David Friedrich in 1774. The post Exhibitions: Due North at the Met appeared first on The Magazine Antiques. Exhibitions: Due North at the Met was first posted on March 21, 2025 at 3:55 pm. ©2021 " The Magazine Antiques " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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Insights on Auction Sales: The Golden Ratio, Dark Arts

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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ARL Honors Women’s History Month with a Roundup

Association of Research Libraries

Last Updated on March 21, 2025, 1:01 pm ET image by TheStockWarehouse Join us and our member libraries in celebrating Womens History during the month of March. Below is a roundup of events, blog posts, exhibits, and other resources that showcase opportunities to learn, experience, and enjoy womens contributions to society. Events | Blog Posts | Book Lists | Other Resources Events Friday, March 7 Boston Public Library Mapped By Her: The Uncharted Influence of Women in CartographyFrom the Vault Co

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Insights on Auction Sales: Tom Brady, Chief OshKosh Beer Bottle

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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Visiting Assistant Professor of Biological Collections

SPNHC

The Arkansas Center for Biodiversity Collections (ACBC) [link] Position Summary: The Arkansas Center for Biodiversity Collections (ACBC), housed in the Department of Biological Sciences at Arkansas State University, invites applications for a multi-year, non-tenure track, 9-month, Visiting Assistant Professor of Biological Collections position to begin in August 2025.

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Fantastic! The Best of Disney’s “Fantasia” Collectibles

WorthPoint

Walt Disney created the 1940 film Fantasia with the goal of keeping the Mickey Mouse character relevant. When Disney released Fantasia on the big screen in 1940, the movie ushered in a flood of Fantasia aficionados and collectors thanks to merchandise tie-ins and theater-specific promotions. Todays Disney collectors still pine after everything from original theater posters to rare Vernon Kilns Fantasia-themed dinnerware.

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New to AAS: Miss H.M. Rice Trade Card. Boston, ca. 1830s

Past is Present

The early 19th century saw a resurgence in the use of leeches for medical use, especially during the cholera epidemic of the 1830s in Europe and America. Though leeches did prove to have anti-inflammatory effects, they did not cure or mitigate cholera and by mid-century were rarely used in medicine. This trade card touts a … Continue reading New to AAS: Miss H.M.

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A Star Wars (1978) Ben (Obi-Wan) Kenobi 12 Back-A action figure, $105,182, Hake’s Auctions

The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles

Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall A Star Wars (1978) Double-Telescoping Ben (Obi-Wan) Kenobi 12 Back-A action figure, graded [.] The post A Star Wars (1978) Ben (Obi-Wan) Kenobi 12 Back-A action figure,$105,182, Hakes Auctions appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

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Music Friday: Kids of 'One Voice' Choir Sing, 'Shine Bright Like a Diamond'

Jewelry Judge

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you inspirational songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, the talented members of the One Voice Children’s Choir dazzle us with their interpretation of Rihanna’s “Diamonds.” The choir's official video at the end of this post has been viewed on YouTube more than 247 million times.

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