Wed.May 15, 2024

article thumbnail

Surrealist Fantasy Sets $28.5 Million Record for Leonora Carrington at Sotheby’s

Artnet News

The winning bidder was beaten out by another collector when the work was offered at the house 30 years ago. That time, it sold for just $475,500. The post Surrealist Fantasy Sets $28.5 Million Record for Leonora Carrington at Sotheby’s appeared first on Artnet News.

144
144
article thumbnail

Mystery of Mona Lisa’s background may have been solved

The Art Newspaper

A geologist claims to have identified the landscape in Leonardo Da Vinci’s famous work as being that of a particular city in northern Italy, but some experts disagree

128
128
article thumbnail

A Man Was Ordered to Build a Fence to Hide His Boat. He Asked an Artist to Paint the Boat on the Fence

Artnet News

Hilarity—and virality—ensued. The post A Man Was Ordered to Build a Fence to Hide His Boat. He Asked an Artist to Paint the Boat on the Fence appeared first on Artnet News.

Paintings 145
article thumbnail

Experimental silent films by Man Ray, restored and with new scores, return to the big screen

The Art Newspaper

Four short films May Ray made in the 1920s are being re-released with new music by Jim Jarmusch and Carter Logan’s band SQÜRL

142
142
article thumbnail

Monet Leads Sotheby’s $235 Million Modern Art Sale—But Carrington Steals the Show

Artnet News

The 10-minute bidding war for Carrington's surreal masterpiece injected much-needed excitement into an anxious auction season. The post Monet Leads Sotheby’s $235 Million Modern Art Sale—But Carrington Steals the Show appeared first on Artnet News.

article thumbnail

Sotheby's makes $198.1m in consistently strong Modern evening sale in New York

The Art Newspaper

The results were led by Monet's 'Meules à Giverny' and Leonora Carrington's record-breaking 'Les Distractions de Dagobert'

Sale 140
article thumbnail

Art Bites: The World’s First Museum, Complete with Wall Labels

Artnet News

Europeans with their "cabinets of curiosity" were late on the scene compared to the Neo-Babylonians. The post Art Bites: The World’s First Museum, Complete with Wall Labels appeared first on Artnet News.

124
124

More Trending

article thumbnail

Is the Art World Finally Ready to Embrace Craft?

Artnet News

The Loewe Foundation Craft Prize was awarded this week. The exhibition asks big questions. The post Is the Art World Finally Ready to Embrace Craft? appeared first on Artnet News.

126
126
article thumbnail

MFA Boston’s renovated Japanese art galleries seek to inspire deeper exploration of familiar objects

The Art Newspaper

In the reopened galleries, rotating exhibits highlight collection gems—including seven newly conserved Buddha statues—and technology add-ons expand learning

article thumbnail

New King Charles Portrait Sparks Backlash for ‘Blood-Red’ Palette

Artnet News

The painting by Jonathan Yeo has split public opinion. The post New King Charles Portrait Sparks Backlash for ‘Blood-Red’ Palette appeared first on Artnet News.

Paintings 133
article thumbnail

This Week in Thrifting: An Irresistible Victorian Couch

WorthPoint

Take a look at this gorgeous Victorian couch I found on a recent thrifting excursion. These days, so many decorators, DIY designers, home flippers, and homeowners seem to be enthralled with just two magic words: mid-century modern. And who can blame them? This design movement’s sleek lines, industrial spirit, and refreshing minimalism make it an easy option to love.

article thumbnail

Hack-Hit Christie’s Sells $114.7 Million of Contemporary Art, Withdraws Major Marden

Artnet News

New artist records were set at its New York headquarters for Martin Wong, Ana Mendieta, Felix Gonzalez-Torres, and more. The post Hack-Hit Christie’s Sells $114.7 Million of Contemporary Art, Withdraws Major Marden appeared first on Artnet News.

article thumbnail

1960s Glam Returns in “Palm Royale” Styles

WorthPoint

Just in time for summer, vintage 1960s styles from the Apple TV+ drama Palm Royale are back, beckoning decorators and fashionistas alike with their bold and deliciously maximalist vibes. One of the most recognizable names in 1960s fashions is the Lilly Pulitzer line, which remains a solid staple. This vintage halter and bell bottom pants outfit sold for $787 in 2024.

article thumbnail

At the Neuendorf Residency in Mallorca, William Monk Embraces the Slowness of Painting

Artnet News

The artist set up a temporary studio at the minimalist retreat. The post At the Neuendorf Residency in Mallorca, William Monk Embraces the Slowness of Painting appeared first on Artnet News.

Paintings 107
article thumbnail

SELLING YOUR GOLD AND SILVER

BHR Appraisal Services

Precious metals prices have been on a tear for a while and as a result, plenty of places seem to be buying and selling. Even Costco is offering gold bars online and according to no less than the Wall Street Journal, they are flying off their digital shelves. Whether or not to buy physical gold is up to you but if you are thinking about selling some gold (or silver), here are some things to consider in order to get the best price possible.

Jewelry 98
article thumbnail

Artist Mina Alikhani’s ‘Confrontational’ Works Address the Unseen Realities of Life in Iran

Artnet News

The exhibit follows a previous show in response to the death of Mahsa Amini and the Women Life Freedom movement. The post Artist Mina Alikhani’s ‘Confrontational’ Works Address the Unseen Realities of Life in Iran appeared first on Artnet News.

article thumbnail

Many political leaders paid lip service to protesters' free speech while agreeing with arrests

Wbur

Critics say history will not look well upon hundreds of pro-Palestinian students being arrested for peaceful protests. Critics say history will not look well upon hundreds of pro-Palestinian students being arrested for peaceful protests.

89
article thumbnail

A First-of-Its-Kind Show Decodes the Mythical Motifs of the Chinese Bronze Age

Artnet News

San Francisco’s Asian Art Museum is showcasing artifacts adorned with phoenixes, raptors, and dragons. The post A First-of-Its-Kind Show Decodes the Mythical Motifs of the Chinese Bronze Age appeared first on Artnet News.

Age 107
article thumbnail

A royal in red—King Charles III portrait unveiled

The Art Newspaper

The work by Jonathan Yeo shows Charles wearing the uniform of the Welsh Guards

136
136
article thumbnail

By the Numbers: A Breakdown of Results From Phillips’s Modern and Contemporary Evening Sale

Artnet News

Let the numbers tell the story. The post By the Numbers: A Breakdown of Results From Phillips’s Modern and Contemporary Evening Sale appeared first on Artnet News.

Sale 104
article thumbnail

Hoor Al Qasimi named artistic director of the next Biennale of Sydney

The Art Newspaper

Al Qasimi is the president and director of the Sharjah Art Foundation

article thumbnail

As Seen on ‘Melrose Place’: Mel Chin’s Guerilla Art Project

Artnet News

Conceptual artist Mel Chin was looking the perfect gallery space. He found it on "Melrose Place." The post As Seen on ‘Melrose Place’: Mel Chin’s Guerilla Art Project appeared first on Artnet News.

article thumbnail

Critic’s horror film posters could make a killing

Antique Collecting

Original horror film posters from collection of top film critic Alan Frank comes to auction at Ewbank’s in Surrey this The post Critic’s horror film posters could make a killing appeared first on Antique Collecting.

article thumbnail

Eamon Ore-Giron Is a Creative Omnivore. Here’s What Keeps the L.A. Artist Inspired

Artnet News

The artist's work is currently on view in the 2024 Whitney Biennial. The post Eamon Ore-Giron Is a Creative Omnivore. Here’s What Keeps the L.A. Artist Inspired appeared first on Artnet News.

article thumbnail

New Nintendo Switch Could Spike Interest in Donkey Kong

WorthPoint

In a recent announcement , Nintendo revealed that a new version of their wildly popular Switch hybrid video game console would be coming before March 2025, the end of the company’s fiscal year. The company, which reported higher profits and sales in 2024, acknowledged that The Super Mario Bros. Movie drove some of those sales. However, for its new game system, fans will be looking for a vintage video game favorite: Donkey Kong.

Sale 52
article thumbnail

Work of the Week: María Berrío’s ‘La Cena’

Artnet News

Dow Kim is selling the painting at Christie's with a low estimate of $350,000. The post Work of the Week: María Berrío’s ‘La Cena’ appeared first on Artnet News.

article thumbnail

Metal Detectorist Reunites Wales Woman With Engagement Ring After 54 Years

Jewelry Judge

Freda Payne's "Band of Gold" was topping the British singles chart in 1970 when a 22-year-old named Marilyn Birch lost her engagement ring while feeding hay to the cows at her family's farm near Neath Port Talbot, Wales. "I came in the house, washed my hands, and no ring," Marilyn, now 76, told the BBC. "I was really upset.

52
article thumbnail

Artist Guglielmo Castelli’s Poetic and Kafkaesque Childhood Reveries

Artnet News

In his exhibition at Fondazione Bevilacqua La Masa in Venice exhibition, the Italian artist channels the complex feelings and foreboding that are part of childhood. The post Artist Guglielmo Castelli’s Poetic and Kafkaesque Childhood Reveries appeared first on Artnet News.

article thumbnail

Sinclair Gas: DINO still going strong 90 years later!

The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles

By Maxine Carter-Lome, publisher If you traveled by car almost anywhere in the Continental U.S. in the first half of the 20th century, chances are you stopped at a [.] The post Sinclair Gas: DINO still going strong 90 years later! appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

article thumbnail

By the Numbers: A Breakdown of Results From Christie’s de la Cruz Collection Evening Sale, May 2024

Artnet News

Let the numbers tell the story. The post By the Numbers: A Breakdown of Results From Christie’s de la Cruz Collection Evening Sale, May 2024 appeared first on Artnet News.

Sale 92
article thumbnail

Coin-ops and advertising bring $3.9M at Morphy in Las Vegas

Auction Central News

LAS VEGAS — Morphy Auctions realized a total of $3.9 million (including buyer’s premium) at its April 11-13 Coin-Op & Antique Advertising sale. According to Morphy Auctions co-founder and president Dan Morphy, post-auction purchases are expected to add even more bounce to the three-day result and will likely push the grand total well beyond the […] The post Coin-ops and advertising bring $3.9M at Morphy in Las Vegas appeared first on Auction Central News.

Sale 52
article thumbnail

By The Numbers: A Breakdown of Results From Christie’s 21st-Century Evening Sale, May 2024

Artnet News

Let the numbers tell the story. The post By The Numbers: A Breakdown of Results From Christie’s 21st-Century Evening Sale, May 2024 appeared first on Artnet News.

Sale 95
article thumbnail

Hero props from ‘Star Trek’ and vintage racing posters highlight Weiss’ May 21 sale

Auction Central News

LYNBROOK, NY — Two original and highly desirable screen-used props from the 1960s Star Trek TV series and two original 1930s European racing posters provide top-dollar energy and estimates at Weiss Auctions Tuesday, May 21. The Historical and Entertainment catalog is now open for review and bidding at LiveAuctioneers. After NBC cancelled Star Trek in […] The post Hero props from ‘Star Trek’ and vintage racing posters highlight Weiss’ May 21 sale appeared first on Auction

Sale 52
article thumbnail

Spotlight: Venezuelan American Artist Loriel Beltrán Makes London Debut in New Solo Show

Artnet News

Presented by Lehmann Maupin, "Loriel Beltrán: To Name the Light" is on view through June 22. The post Spotlight: Venezuelan American Artist Loriel Beltrán Makes London Debut in New Solo Show appeared first on Artnet News.

article thumbnail

Roman marble portrait head of Titus might triumph at Freeman’s Hindman May 23

Auction Central News

CHICAGO – This 7in (18cm) high Roman marble portrait head is making a relatively speedy return to the auction block. It appeared for sale at Doyle New York as recently as October 2023, when it was cataloged as ‘Imperial Roman style’ and thought to depict the emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, known as Caracalla. Then estimated […] The post Roman marble portrait head of Titus might triumph at Freeman’s Hindman May 23 appeared first on Auction Central News.

Sale 52
article thumbnail

Two Veteran Merrill Lynch Advisors Move To RBC In Maryland

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

RBC Wealth Management has hired two veteran Merrill Lynch advisors whose teams manage a combined total of about $900 million in client assets, according to a news release.

52
article thumbnail

Curious Objects: Discovering a Forgotten Folk Artist at the Independence Seaport Museum

The Magazine Antiques

Host Benjamin Miller is introduced to an amazing folk art watercolor depicting the father of the US Navy. The post <co>Curious Objects</em>: Discovering a Forgotten Folk Artist at the Independence Seaport Museum appeared first on The Magazine Antiques. Curious Objects : Discovering a Forgotten Folk Artist at the Independence Seaport Museum was first posted on May 15, 2024 at 1:33 pm. ©2021 " The Magazine Antiques " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use