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See Almost All of the 2024 Venice Biennale in More Than 100 Photos

Artnet News

How is Adriano Pedrosa's 'Foreigners Everywhere?' Judge for yourself. The post See Almost All of the 2024 Venice Biennale in More Than 100 Photos appeared first on Artnet News.

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‘Father of American Studio Glass’ Harvey Littleton collection emerges at Habatat May 2

Auction Central News

TROY, MI — Harvey Littleton (1922-2013) was born into a family of glass experts at Corning Glass in upstate New York. His mother Bessie was a key figure in developing Corning Pyrex cookware, now an American collectible icon. Though initially a ceramicist, he became intrigued with the idea of working in glass at lower temperatures […] The post ‘Father of American Studio Glass’ Harvey Littleton collection emerges at Habatat May 2 appeared first on Auction Central News.

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The Art Institute of Chicago Refuses to Turn Over Contested Schiele Drawing

Artnet News

In a new court filing, the museum has rejected all claims the drawing was seized by the Nazis, saying there is no evidence. The post The Art Institute of Chicago Refuses to Turn Over Contested Schiele Drawing appeared first on Artnet News.

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Sam Maloof Double Rocking Chair leads our five lots to watch

Auction Central News

Sam Maloof Double Rocking Chair VAN NUYS, CA – A Sam Maloof double rocking chair will be offered on Tuesday, April 30 as part of the Design auction at Los Angeles Modern Auctions (LAMA). Maloof (1916-2009) was one of America’s top woodworkers, recognized by the MacArthur Foundation as its first-ever craftsman recipient of its so-called […] The post Sam Maloof Double Rocking Chair leads our five lots to watch appeared first on Auction Central News.

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A 3,400-Year-Old Bust of Ramses II Returns to Egypt

Artnet News

The bust was smuggled out of the country more than 30 years ago, according to Egypt’s antiquities ministry. The post A 3,400-Year-Old Bust of Ramses II Returns to Egypt appeared first on Artnet News.

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Americana at Bonhams Skinner

Maine Antique Digest

Bonhams Skinner, Marlborough, Massachusetts Bonhams Skinner’s online Americana auction held February 19-29 presented bidders with an eclectic array of antiques, most with deep historical interest.

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A Monet Haystack Painting Could Fetch $30 Million at Auction

Artnet News

The series is among the Impressionist’s most beloved subject. The post A Monet Haystack Painting Could Fetch $30 Million at Auction appeared first on Artnet News.

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Simon de Pury on the Rising Costs of the Venice Biennale

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The veteran auctioneer shares his financial trials and QR tribulations at the exalted art exhibition. The post Simon de Pury on the Rising Costs of the Venice Biennale appeared first on Artnet News.

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Arab American Heritage Month in ARL Libraries

Association of Research Libraries

Last Updated on April 25, 2024, 1:03 pm ET image Arab America Foundation The Association of Research Libraries (ARL) and ARL member libraries celebrate Arab American Heritage Month during April. Below is a roundup of the events, exhibits, and other resources in our member libraries. Boston Public Library Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month Reading List Emory University Arab American Heritage Month Harvard University Arab American Heritage Month Book Displays and Research Guides Howard Unive

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Grab Your Mat! The Louvre Is Hosting Yoga Sessions Ahead of the Olympics

Artnet News

The sports programming also includes cardio and dance across the museum's galleries. The post Grab Your Mat! The Louvre Is Hosting Yoga Sessions Ahead of the Olympics appeared first on Artnet News.

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Web Publishing as a Tool for the Raupp Museum’s Cultural Preservation and Community Engagement

American Association for State and Local History

Web Publishing as a Tool for the Raupp Museum’s Cultural Preservation and Community Engagement By Haley Twist, CatalogIt Nestled in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, the Raupp Museum stands as a testament to the importance of preserving local history and making it accessible. With a commitment to empowering their community to participate in preservation and an ever-growing collection that spans generations, Raupp Museum staff sought to streamline collections management, leading to the transition from a

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Art Bites: What Donatello’s ‘David’ Did For the Nude Sculpture

Artnet News

Donatello’s smaller, bronze sculpture of the Biblical hero David inspired Michelangelo’s marble giant. The post Art Bites: What Donatello’s ‘David’ Did For the Nude Sculpture appeared first on Artnet News.

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Urgent: Ask Your Representative to Support America’s 250th

American Association for State and Local History

Urgent: Ask Your Representative to Support America’s 250th Dear Members and other friends of AASLH, I am reaching out today with an urgent request. Last week AASLH circulated an alert about the U.S. Senate. Today we need your help to ask your House member to prioritize America’s 250th anniversary in Congress’s appropriations process. For the last several months, AASLH has met with many Congressional offices to advocate for federal investments in the nation’s history community to support th

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Chloe Wise Channels the ‘Voyeurism Of Art History’

Artnet News

In a studio visit, Chloe Wise previewed works from her new show at Almine Rech in Brussels. "Torn Clean" depicts women from her social group as both mesmerizing and maniacal, mighty and damaged, and highlights her own evolution. The post Chloe Wise Channels the ‘Voyeurism Of Art History’ appeared first on Artnet News.

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Wealth Enhancement Boosts Presence In Maryland With $502M Hybrid RIA

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

Wealth Enhancement Group today has announced that it has partnered with Lynch Retirement Investment Group, a hybrid registered investment advisor in Columbia, Md., that manages more than $502 million in client assets.

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The Iconic Windmill Atop the Moulin Rouge Has Lost Its Blades

Artnet News

No one was hurt in the incident, which occurred in the wee hours of the morning. The post The Iconic Windmill Atop the Moulin Rouge Has Lost Its Blades appeared first on Artnet News.

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Celebrating Volunteer Week with a Heartfelt Thank You!

Society of American Archivists

April 25, 2024 —On behalf of the Society of American Archivists (SAA) and the Society of American Archivists Foundation, we extend our sincerest gratitude for your invaluable contributions during Volunteer Week.

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A Judge Rules on the Judd Foundation’s Lawsuit Over a Ruined $850,000 Sculpture

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The damage was discovered in 2018, but the suit wasn’t filed until four years later. The post A Judge Rules on the Judd Foundation’s Lawsuit Over a Ruined $850,000 Sculpture appeared first on Artnet News.

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The Culture of Japanese Brand Collabs

WorthPoint

No matter how often I visit Japan, I’m always adding something else to see, visit, or encounter to my bucket list. Like the country’s cherry blossom season, each trip is so ephemeral and unique that each experience is never the same. On this trip, I spent my time, among other things, attending various pop-up shops and events featuring Japanese brand collabs, limited merchandise, and more.

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Artnet Founder Hans Neuendorf Receives Lifetime Achievement Award from Appraisers Association

Artnet News

The art-fair pioneer, internet entrepreneur, and former dealer is readying a memoir that will be published next year. The post Artnet Founder Hans Neuendorf Receives Lifetime Achievement Award from Appraisers Association appeared first on Artnet News.

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Rae Dunn Pottery: Love It or Leave It?

WorthPoint

It’s puzzling how a simple line of pottery could spark such passionate controversy. I’m talking about Rae Dunn, the California ceramic artist whose work has provoked reactions as black and white as her deceptively uncomplicated collections. This Rae Dunn “Chirp” coffee mug sold for $38.00 in January 2024. Who Is Rae Dunn? I remember finding Rae Dunn on Etsy in the very early 2000s.

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A New Group Show Positions M.C. Escher Alongside Contemporary Pioneers

Artnet News

The exhibition is presented by Walker Fine Art, New York, known for housing one of the largest collections of work by M.C. Escher. The post A New Group Show Positions M.C. Escher Alongside Contemporary Pioneers appeared first on Artnet News.

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Give and Take

Maine Antique Digest

Beneath the Surface You can set your watch by it. The days begin to lengthen, Daylight Saving Time kicks off, daffodils poke up, buds pop out, and the real March Madness begins—last-minute donation appraisals.

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See Inside Christoph Büchel’s Provocative and Symbol-Laden Show in Venice

Artnet News

The Swiss agitator is back at the Venice Biennale with another divisive art project, this time at Fondazione Prada. The post See Inside Christoph Büchel’s Provocative and Symbol-Laden Show in Venice appeared first on Artnet News.

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Rare Natural Pearl Became a Symbol of Their Journey; Now They're Married

Jewelry Judge

The 9.8mm natural quahog pearl at the center of the engagement ring Ken Steinkamp presented to Sandy Sikorski last summer continues to be a symbol of their love story. The couple just hosted a pearl-themed wedding at the famed Ocean House resort, high on the bluffs of Watch Hill, RI, and Inside Edition was on hand to chronicle the festivities. Pearl and clam iconography abounded.

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Seascapes and river art flow into Jasper52 May 1

Auction Central News

NEW YORK — Stunning works of art focused on the magic of water come to Jasper52 on Wednesday, May 1 as Aqua Dreams: Seascape and River Art. The sale begins at 3 pm Eastern time on that date exclusively at LiveAuctioneers. Bakaev Sergey Ivanovich (b. 1922-) is a Ukrainian artist who served in World War […] The post Seascapes and river art flow into Jasper52 May 1 appeared first on Auction Central News.

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Investors Turning To Desperate Measures To Pay Bills, Says Allianz Report

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

A survey of investors found 42% of them were dipping into retirement savings to make ends meet.

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