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A photography exhibit about the West Bank ignites tensions in Newton

Wbur

Protesters effectively shut down a reception for the exhibit, sparking questions about free speech and the role of public libraries in civic discourse. Protesters effectively shut down a reception for the exhibit, sparking questions about free speech and the role of public libraries in civic discourse.

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Renoir and Sisley Paintings Returned to Heirs of Jewish Art Dealer

Artnet News

France has doubled down on efforts to research the provenance of all remaining Nazi-looted artworks. The post Renoir and Sisley Paintings Returned to Heirs of Jewish Art Dealer appeared first on Artnet News.

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In Ipswich, a dam's history butts heads with the river's future

Wbur

A decade of debate in Ipswich comes to a head May 21, when the town votes on whether to remove Ipswich Mills Dam. On one side, removal-advocates hope to restore rare wetlands and provide a cushion against flooding. On the other, dam enthusiasts the tout the importance of the dam's history and recreation, arguing there are alternatives to full removal.

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Inside the New York Art School That Has Quietly Fueled the Figurative Resurgence

Artnet News

The New York Academy of Art has a low profile but its graduates are deeply involved in the contemporary art world. The post Inside the New York Art School That Has Quietly Fueled the Figurative Resurgence appeared first on Artnet News.

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Julian Assange miniature goes on show (unofficially) at the V&A

The Art Newspaper

Hand-painted portraits of the WikiLeaks founder and his wife Stella were smuggled into a display case at the London museum in April

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Hong Kong Arts Hub Faces ‘Unfair’ Closures Amid Funding Crisis

Artnet News

West Kowloon Cultural District has urged the government to take action to avoid reducing museum hours and raising ticket prices. The post Hong Kong Arts Hub Faces ‘Unfair’ Closures Amid Funding Crisis appeared first on Artnet News.

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Artist Sable Elyse Smith wins $200,000 Suzanne Deal Booth and Flag Art Foundation Prize

The Art Newspaper

In addition to the prize money, the interdisciplinary artist will receive a solo show that debuts at The Contemporary Austin in Texas, then travels to the Flag Art Foundation in New York

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James Barnor, pioneering Ghanaian-British photographer, to be celebrated on 95th birthday with wide-reaching festival

The Art Newspaper

A series of events—spanning exhibitions, discussions, performances and more—will centre around Accra and Tamale, but some programming will extend across the country

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Art Bites: The ‘Psycho’ House Was Modeled After This Hopper Painting

Artnet News

Both artists explored the loneliness that results from modernization. The post Art Bites: The ‘Psycho’ House Was Modeled After This Hopper Painting appeared first on Artnet News.

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Luc Tuymans creates a series of ephemeral murals within the Louvre

The Art Newspaper

The Belgian artist’s four large wall paintings reference a lost 1990 work of his called 'The Orphan', and will remain in place for a year

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This Long-Lost Waterway Could Unlock the Mystery of How Egypt’s Pyramids Were Built

Artnet News

The extinct branch of the River Nile could explain the pyramids’ location and how they were built. The post This Long-Lost Waterway Could Unlock the Mystery of How Egypt’s Pyramids Were Built appeared first on Artnet News.

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John Lennon’s ‘You’ve Got to Hide Your Love Away’ acoustic guitar, found in an English attic, heads to Julien’s May 29-30

Auction Central News

NEW YORK — John Lennon’s long-lost Framus 12-string Hootenanny acoustic guitar has been rediscovered and is coming to auction. The guitar and its original Maton case will be offered at Julien’s on Wednesday, May 29 and Thursday, May 30 as part of the Music Icons sale. It has an estimate of $600,000-$800,000. The Hootenanny, long […] The post John Lennon’s ‘You’ve Got to Hide Your Love Away’ acoustic guitar, found in an English attic, heads to Julien’s May 29-3

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Woman Sues Walker Art Center After Staff Ask Her to Leave While Breastfeeding

Artnet News

Parents are allowed to nurse children 'wherever they feel most comfortable,' according to the museum's website. The post Woman Sues Walker Art Center After Staff Ask Her to Leave While Breastfeeding appeared first on Artnet News.

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Local artists given pride of place at Tapei Dangdai fair

The Art Newspaper

Taiwan government funds section of 2024 Taipei Dangdai Arts & Ideas fair to promote work of ten local artists

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Spotlight: Japanese Artist Hiromitsu Kuroo Taps Into Origami Traditions With His Unique ‘Folded’ Paintings

Artnet News

The artist's solo 'Hope Brew' is presented by Morton Fine Art in Washington, D.C. The post Spotlight: Japanese Artist Hiromitsu Kuroo Taps Into Origami Traditions With His Unique ‘Folded’ Paintings appeared first on Artnet News.

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Spring Sale of African American Art

Maine Antique Digest

Swann Galleries, New York City Photos courtesy Swann Galleries For its April 4 sale of African American art, Swann Galleries offered 239 lots of paintings, watercolors, prints, photography, and sculpture and featured a special evening session called “Art for Life” of contemporary works sold to benefit the Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation.

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This Newly Restored Quentin Metsys Painting Is Poised to Shatter His Auction Record

Artnet News

The painting went off the radar for centuries and has now been restored to its earlier glory. The post This Newly Restored Quentin Metsys Painting Is Poised to Shatter His Auction Record appeared first on Artnet News.

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Bonhams executive Alex Fortescue has died aged 55

The Art Newspaper

His death was confirmed by Epiris, the private equity firm that owns the auction house

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Work of the Week: Helmut Newton’s ‘Leaving Las Vegas’

Artnet News

The fashion photographer's works accounted for six of the top 10 lots at Phillips's recent photographs sale in London. The post Work of the Week: Helmut Newton’s ‘Leaving Las Vegas’ appeared first on Artnet News.

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Late critic Guy Brett's Latin American collection goes on sale at Alison Jacques in London

The Art Newspaper

A trove of works by artists such as Lygia Clark and Hélio Oiticica has been consigned to the commercial gallery

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In an Old Tropical Plant Nursery, Lauren Quin Explores Kaleidoscopic Abstraction

Artnet News

The sought-after L.A. artist painter is letting her 'frenetic' new works play freely in a exhibition at 125 Newbury. The post In an Old Tropical Plant Nursery, Lauren Quin Explores Kaleidoscopic Abstraction appeared first on Artnet News.

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Collectors Like You: Mid-Century Décor at the Eclectic Elephant

WorthPoint

Dorothy Guerra, the owner of the VicVanDot booth, explains where she got this fabulous mid-century lamp. As mid-century décor seems to continue its rise in popularity, some designs have become increasingly familiar: sleek wood and leather chairs; wooden credenzas with nimble, unobtrusive legs; geometric shapes decorated with just enough metal to give your space a slightly industrial glint.

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Ex-Merrill Lynch Duo With $705M Joins LPL's Wealth Management Platform

Private Wealth

A former Merrill Lynch duo in Oklahoma City, who managed $705 million in advisory, brokerage and retirement plan assets, has joined LPL Financial's independent employee advisor affiliation model, LPL Private Wealth Management, according to a news release.

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Conservator (Objects), NMAAHC

WCG

Please find the USAJobs.gov posting for a Conservator (Objects) at the link below. Application window opens May 20 and closes June 03, 2024 at 11:59 pm Eastern Time. Job open to the public at the following listing: [ 24R-YH-310908-DEU-NMAAHC ] Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture (NMAAHC) logo This full-time, permanent, federal position has a salary range of $99,200 – $128,956 per year at the GS-12 level.

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Bid Smart Briefs: Mirrors

Auction Central News

NEW YORK – We have always been desperate to get a good look at ourselves. The earliest known mirror, found near what is now Konya, Turkey, dates to 6200 BC, predating the Copper, Bronze, and Iron Ages. It was made from obsidian, a form of black glass produced by volcanic eruptions. Human beings did make […] The post Bid Smart Briefs: Mirrors appeared first on Auction Central News.

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Collections Manager, Fort Monroe Authority

WCG

via Virginia Association of Museums (VAM) : Fort Monroe Authority – Fort Monroe, VA Closes – open until filled Position Title – Collections Manager: Artifacts and Archives Compensation – $63,000 – $67,000 Job Type – full-time Apply – Interested applicants should view our employment/careers page and email their cover letter, resume, and completed application to human_resources@fortmonroe.org Summary – The Collections Manager oversees the management

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Robert Salmon maritime paintings from Scotland saw smooth sailing at Stair

Auction Central News

HUDSON, NY – Two oils by the Anglo American marine artist Robert Salmon, painted while he lived and worked in Scotland, were offered by Stair on April 25. His 1820 view of The Custom House Quay, Greenock and an 1818 painting titled The Pomona of Greenock Riding at Anchor hammered at $34,000 ($43,520 with buyer’s […] The post Robert Salmon maritime paintings from Scotland saw smooth sailing at Stair appeared first on Auction Central News.

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Spring Show Supports Boosters

Maine Antique Digest

Duxbury Spring Antique Show, Duxbury, Massachusetts Duxbury, Massachusetts, a seaside town 35 miles south of Boston, was established in 1637 by settlers of nearby Plymouth. Residents have traditionally been cognizant of the town’s deep maritime and agricultural history.

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Texas Rangers Share Thrill of World Series Bling With 15,000 Devoted Fans

Jewelry Judge

Some fans waited in line for nearly 12 hours last Tuesday in order to secure one of the most coveted pieces of Texas Rangers memorabilia — a replica of the team's 2023 World Series ring. As the day progressed, lines wrapped around Globe Life Field in Arlington. The first 15,000 attending the Rangers game against the Cleveland Indians received a ring that looked remarkably like the ones presented to the players on Opening Day back in March.

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Ringing the Warning Bell

Maine Antique Digest

On the lawn of a Maine historical society sits a bronze bell cast by the Revere Foundry in Boston. The foundry cast over 900 bells between 1792 and 1843, and 24 of them are in the state of Maine.

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Myra Hindley portrait, which caused a sensation in 1997, to go on show at Damien Hirst’s London gallery

The Art Newspaper

The controversial piece was defaced at the Royal Academy

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Callan Family Practice Adds Two Industry Veterans From Key Bank

Private Wealth

Callan family Practice launches new practice to help clients prepare for sale or transition of their businesses

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Franklin Templeton Survey Shows Surging Advisor Interest In Crypto

Private Wealth

Franklin Templeton Survey finds sharp uptick in advisors planning to recommend crypto to clients

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Vintage Movie Posters Through the Eras: Collecting Hollywood History

Invaluable

Originally designed as a bridge between the audience and the cinematic experience, movie posters have transcended their original utilitarian role to become highly collectible works of art in their own right. Alphonse Mucha – Tragique Histoire d’Hamlet / Sarah Bernhardt circa 1899. Sold for $17,500 via Swann Auction Galleries (February 2021).

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Sunsetting Section 230 Will Limit Free Expression

Conservation - Association of Research Libraries

Last Updated on May 21, 2024, 4:10 pm ET Photo by Chris Ried on Unsplash This week, the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology will hold a hearing on a legislative proposal to “sunset” Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act by December 31, 2025. ARL joined a letter urging Congress to consider the broad implications that sunsetting Section 230 would have on libraries, educational institutions, and internet infrastructure providers.

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