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Guggenheim Museum lays off 20 employees

The Art Newspaper

Cuts at the New York institution will affect 7% of its staff

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Derek Mosley Assumes SAA Presidency, Mario Ramirez to be Vice President for Remaining 2024–2025 Term

Society of American Archivists

February 28, 2025 Society of American Archivists 79th President Tomaro Taylor has notified the SAA Council of her resignation from that post, effective February 21, 2025. She resigned for personal reasons. SAA thanks Taylor for her service to the Society.

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Duke of Marlborough portrait—given to Winston Churchill at one of lowest points in the war—brought back to life

The Art Newspaper

The recently restored painting was presented to the former UK prime minister in 1942 and will be exhibited at Chartwell, his family home

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Artwork and Lamps Shine at Cottone Event

Maine Antique Digest

Cottone Auctions, Geneseo, New York Photos courtesy Cottone Auctions Count on Cottone Auctions, Geneseo, New York, to bring a wide swath of desirable items to auction every single time.

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Sotheby's secures most valuable single owner collection of Old Master paintings to come to auction

The Art Newspaper

Around 60 works estimated for a total of $80m to $120m from the collection of Jordan and Thomas A.

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Goosefare Will Manage Duxbury Antiques Show

Maine Antique Digest

Goosefare Antiques & Promotions has contracted to manage the Duxbury Antiques Show in Duxbury, Massachusetts. According to John and Elizabeth DeSimone of Goosefare, they will make some changes. They have changed the dates of the Duxbury Show to April 26 and 27, the last weekend in April.

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Vienna exhibition of Egon Schiele’s late works hints at what could have been

The Art Newspaper

The Austrian artist tragically died aged 28 but left behind 400 paintings and thousands of works on paper, a selection of which are going on show at the Leopold Museum

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On Parade: Berwick-upon-Tweed communities go up in lights, ten times life size, on historic Hawksmoor building

The Art Newspaper

Matthew Rosier's film "Parade" projects the historic border town's diverse array of societies, teams, companies and bands back to itself in a project involving all ages

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$120 Million Old Master Trove Poised to Shatter Records

Artnet News

The collection, headed to Sotheby's, was amassed over decades by the late Thomas Saunders and his wife Jordan. The post $120 Million Old Master Trove Poised to Shatter Records appeared first on Artnet News.

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Frame is the name of the art game at Moco Museum star-studded soirée

The Art Newspaper

Guests at UK artist Daniel Lismore's recent 40th birthday party were invited to come dressed as their favourite art movement

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A Regal Velázquez Masterpiece Gets a Long Overdue Makeover

Artnet News

The portrait of Isabel of Bourbon features additions that have aged differently from the original canvas. The post A Regal Velzquez Masterpiece Gets a Long Overdue Makeover appeared first on Artnet News.

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A Van Gogh drawing—with what is almost certainly the artist's fingerprint—goes to auction at Sotheby's

The Art Newspaper

The sketch reproduces a long-lost painting of the public garden outside the Yellow House

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Refik Anadol’s New Generative Art Tool Left Me With Fresh Wonder for Nature

Artnet News

The platform is fun to use, an asset for other artists, but not without a few kinks. The post Refik Anadol’s New Generative Art Tool Left Me With Fresh Wonder for Nature appeared first on Artnet News.

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British Museum and Science Museum under increasing pressure to scrap BP sponsorship after oil giant drops climate targets

The Art Newspaper

The pair are the last two major cultural institutions taking funding from fossil fuel companies

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‘Extraordinary’ Stonehenge-Like Cult Site Uncovered in Denmark

Artnet News

The timber circle was found in an area of Denmark with a rich Neolithic and Viking heritage. The post ‘Extraordinary’ Stonehenge-Like Cult Site Uncovered in Denmark appeared first on Artnet News.

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National Gallery launches new learning centre, the first bicentenary capital project to open to the public

The Art Newspaper

The architect Hannah Lawson and the London museums education chief Karen Eslea consulted school children, teachers and parents to give the Roden Centre for Creative Learning a welcoming character

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11 Knockout Artworks at the Outsider Art Fair (and Many Are Rather Affordable!)

Artnet News

Its the first edition of the beloved event since the passing of its founder. The post 11 Knockout Artworks at the Outsider Art Fair (and Many Are Rather Affordable!) appeared first on Artnet News.

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As Siena’s art takes to the world stage, the Italian city is undergoing a renewal

The Art Newspaper

New York just closed an exhibition on Sienese art and London is about to open another.

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Need Help Navigating the Art Market? Mustard Contemporary’s Oliver Munts Has Advice for You

Artnet News

The London-based gallery and advisory offers personalized services to collectors of all levels. The post Need Help Navigating the Art Market? Mustard Contemporary’s Oliver Munts Has Advice for You appeared first on Artnet News.

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As Siena’s art takes to the world stage, the Italian city is undergoing a renewal

The Art Newspaper

New York just closed an exhibition on Sienese art and London is about to open another.

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Billionaire Art Collector Dmitry Rybolovlev Cleared of Criminal Charges

Artnet News

An appeals court in Monaco ruled the case was "irreparably flawed" due to evidence that was illegally extracted from Bershedas phone The post Billionaire Art Collector Dmitry Rybolovlev Cleared of Criminal Charges appeared first on Artnet News.

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March's must-see exhibitions: Edvard Munch, Roman marvels and an overlooked artist who ‘revolutionised’ sculpture

The Art Newspaper

The Art Newspaper's pick of the top shows to see around the world this month

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The Lost Monuments of Versailles Are Revived in a New V.R. Experience

Artnet News

Visitors will discover digital reconstructions of the palace's lost menagerie for exotic animals and its iconic hedge maze, known as the labyrinth. The post The Lost Monuments of Versailles Are Revived in a New V.R. Experience appeared first on Artnet News.

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The big (double) review: Linder and Mickalene Thomas at the Hayward Gallery ★★★½

The Art Newspaper

Two solo shows at the Hayward Gallery in London do not always hit the mark, but both contain moments of rebellious joy

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Tilda Swinton’s Next Role? Curating an Exhibition of a Visionary British Designer

Artnet News

The award-winning actor is overseeing a show of Marianna Kennedy's exquisite pieces at Christie's Paris. The post Tilda Swinton’s Next Role? Curating an Exhibition of a Visionary British Designer appeared first on Artnet News.

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Lucas Museum of Narrative Art’s director will depart before institution opens

The Art Newspaper

George Lucas, the Star Wars film-maker and co-founder of the museum, will take on a programming role following Sandra Jackson-Dumonts departure

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Looking For an Arty New Book? Here Are 7 We’re Loving

Artnet News

We combed through the galleys to find the best of what's new. The post Looking For an Arty New Book? Here Are 7 Were Loving appeared first on Artnet News.

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Manhattan’s New Museum will reopen this autumn following $82m expansion

The Art Newspaper

The new seven-storey, 61,930 sq.

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Gulf States Have Been Spending Big on Culture. It’s Paying Off

Artnet News

As leaders seek to diversify their nation's economies, ambitious museums, art fairs, and exhibitions are proliferating. The post Gulf States Have Been Spending Big on Culture. It’s Paying Off appeared first on Artnet News.

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Medardo Rosso, an often overlooked artist who ‘revolutionised’ sculpture, gets his dues at Kunstmuseum Basel

The Art Newspaper

Medardo Rosso: Inventing Modern Sculpture offers a comprehensive survey of an artist whose influence is matched only by his remarkably persistent anonymity

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Pros and Cons of Using Estate Liquidation Professionals

Sarasota Antique Buyers

When you have to sell a house, the easiest part is getting the realtor to list it and show. The hardest part is what you do with all the stuff that has accumulated over the years. From clothes to furniture, from knickknacks to art, all of this has to be sifted through to determine what you want to keep and what has to go. And then there are vehicles.

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Esteemed private collection of Roman marbles is starting its North American tour

The Art Newspaper

Nearly 60 works from the Torlonia Collection, including striking depictions of animals and people, will feature in exhibitions in Chicago, Fort Worth and Montreal

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Dorothy’s ruby red slippers, $32.5 million, Heritage

The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles

Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall The ruby red slippers worn by Judy Garland as Dorothy in The Wizard [.] The post Dorothys ruby red slippers, $32.5 million, Heritage appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

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By focusing on Edvard Munch’s portraiture, a new London exhibition reveals a different side of the Norwegian Expressionist

The Art Newspaper

The show at the National Portrait Gallery will explore how this master of loneliness was in fact surrounded by peopleand how he could see behind everyones mask

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UPDATE: 2025 SAA Election Ballot

Society of American Archivists

A recent change has been made to the 2025 SAA election ballot. Due to unforeseen circumstances, candidate for Vice President/President-elect Melissa Gonzales has chosen to step out of the election. The Nominating Committee has now added Conor Casey to the election ballot. See the new, complete slate for the 2025 election below. All information about each candidate will be posted to the SAA website early March.

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Centenary celebrations for the unpredictable poetry pioneer Ian Hamilton Finlay

The Art Newspaper

Work of the late Scottish artistknown for his concrete poetry, Little Sparta garden and prickly personalityto go on show in Edinburgh

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Insights on Auction Sales: Baleen Basket, Jerome Massier

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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