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Qatari sheikh wins case against Phoenix Ancient Art over allegedly forged antiquity

The Art Newspaper

The New York- and Geneva-based gallery says it will appeal the case, brought by Sheikh Hamad Bin Abdullah al-Thani

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After 5 Years and $220 Million, the Renovated Frick Feels Familiar. That’s the Point

Artnet News

The 'world's favorite museum' reopens to the public today. The post After 5 Years and $220 Million, the Renovated Frick Feels Familiar. That’s the Point appeared first on Artnet News.

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How the Imperial War Museum became the reluctant owner of an official Nazi portrait of Adolf Hitler

The Art Newspaper

The painting by the Nazi artist Heinrich Knirr was originally installed in the German embassy in London in 1937

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Inside teamLab’s Mind-Bending Immersive Wonderland in Abu Dhabi

Artnet News

The Tokyo-based collective is unveiling its first purpose-built museum on Saadiyat Island, housing its most ambitious installations yet. The post Inside teamLabs Mind-Bending Immersive Wonderland in Abu Dhabi appeared first on Artnet News.

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An inside track on the Huntington’s rapid social media growth

The Art Newspaper

The California institution is one of the top five museums for social media growth in the world in the past year.

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The Tragic Life of Egon Schiele’s Secret Niece Revealed

Artnet News

The discoveries are a bombshell for Schiele scholars. The post The Tragic Life of Egon Schiele’s Secret Niece Revealed appeared first on Artnet News.

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Getty Museum acquires painting by Spanish Renaissance master Luis de Morales following extensive conservation

The Art Newspaper

The painting, Christ Carrying the Cross, from around 1565, had been enlarged in the 18th or 19th century, work the Gettys conservators had to painstakingly undo

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SXSW London's exhibitions line-up puts emphasis on art and technology and artists from London’s Caribbean diaspora

The Art Newspaper

Andy Warhol, Alvaro Barrington, Tavares Strachan, Beeple, Alberta Whittle, Holly Herndon and Mat Dryhurst among featured visual artists in June shows in Shoreditch, east London

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Broken Ceramic Treasure Found in Garden Nets Over $60,000 at Auction

Artnet News

The massive pot was commissioned by a celebrated potter. The post Broken Ceramic Treasure Found in Garden Nets Over $60,000 at Auction appeared first on Artnet News.

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Holy smoke! London’s National Gallery used to allow visitors to spark up just metres from the art

The Art Newspaper

The museum's former smoking room recently became part of the Roden Centre for Creative Learning

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In Kyoto, Dior Marries Art and Nature Beneath the Cherry Blossoms

Artnet News

For Fall 2025, the design house staged a poetic show at Kyotos UNESCO-listed Toji Temple, drawing on its longstanding connection to local artisans. The post In Kyoto, Dior Marries Art and Nature Beneath the Cherry Blossoms appeared first on Artnet News.

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New book explores the complex history of Jewish country houses

The Art Newspaper

A large-scale study of the stories behind these buildings, their architecture and collections

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Famed Roman-Era Grotto in Tivoli Reopens After a Years-Long Restoration

Artnet News

The restoration was led by luxury house Fendi. The post Famed Roman-Era Grotto in Tivoli Reopens After a Years-Long Restoration appeared first on Artnet News.

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Palestinian photojournalist Samar Abu Elouf wins World Press Photo with image of young Gazan amputee

The Art Newspaper

The subject of the photograph taken for The New York Times is nine-year-old Mahmoud Ajjour, who lost both his arms in an Israeli attack on Gaza a year ago

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John Chamberlain’s Dazzling Foil Sculptures Make Their U.S. Debut

Artnet News

Chamberlain's only series fully designed for outdoor display, are now on view at New York's Rockefeller Center. The post John Chamberlains Dazzling Foil Sculptures Make Their U.S. Debut appeared first on Artnet News.

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Prestigious prize for women artists celebrates 20 years with Florence show

The Art Newspaper

The nine past winners of the Max Mara Art Prize for WomenAndrea Buttner and Laure Prouvost among themare all presenting work at the Palazzo Strozzi

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Justin Sun Responds to David Geffen’s Countersuit Over $78 Million Giacometti: ‘Extremely Misguided’

Artnet News

Geffen claims Sun and his employee cooked up a bogus lawsuit when crypto crashed and they couldnt sell two paintings they bought from him. The post Justin Sun Responds to David Geffen’s Countersuit Over $78 Million Giacometti: ‘Extremely Misguided’ appeared first on Artnet News.

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Insights on Auction Sales: Dorothy’s Shoes, French Bookcase

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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In a New London Show, Brazilian Artist Tunga’s Sculptures Challenge the Medium’s Possibilities

Artnet News

A solo show of the artist's work is on view at Lisson Gallery, who recently announced representation of the artist's estate. The post In a New London Show, Brazilian Artist Tunga’s Sculptures Challenge the Medium’s Possibilities appeared first on Artnet News.

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Summary: “Supporting the Save Your Family Treasures Program After Hurricane Helene” Speaker: Leah Bright, Smithsonian American Art Museum Co-Author: Brian Michael Lione, Smithsonian’s Museum Conservation Institute

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Summary by Emily Harrison, CIBA Intern at the Smithsonian American Art Museum In this talk, Bright discussed the efforts and impact of the Save Your Family Treasures program (SYFT) where she and Lione hosted demonstrations for preserving personal belongings impacted by hurricane related flood waters. SYFT is a collaboration between the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Smithsonian Cultural Rescue Initiative (SCRI) that deploys trained individuals to disaster recovery areas where

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Gold Price Soars to Record $3,350 as Investors Flock to Safe Haven Asset

Jewelry Judge

A mixed bag of geo-political and economic factors helped drive the price of gold to an all-time high of $3,350 per ounce yesterday, reflecting a remarkable 25% increase since the start of the year. Heightened geopolitical instability, particularly ongoing tensions between the US and China, has rattled investors. With growing restrictions on trade — such as US bans on exporting AI technologies to China and that country's retaliatory tariffs — markets have responded by moving capit

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AAA’s Annual Luncheon

Art Peritus

For years, Art Peritus has been proud sponsors of the Appraisers Association of Americas annual award luncheon, and this years event held on April 16 was just as inspiring! Its a fantastic opportunity for us to connect with colleagues and friends, and to celebrate the outstanding contributions of industry leaders who have made a lasting impact in the world of appraisals.

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Insights on Auction Sales: A $50K Doll, Stories from the South and the West

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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