Fri.Nov 22, 2024

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Caravaggio portrait, unseen for decades, goes on view in Rome

The Art Newspaper

The portrait of Maffeo Barberini was first attributed to Caravaggio 60 years ago, but had not been publicly displayed until now

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Streetwise: Artist Peter Doig on the Thrilling Show He’s Organized at Gagosian in New York

Artnet News

A Balthus borrowed from the Museum of Modern Art is at the heart of the exhibition, which unites canonical and obscure figures. The post Streetwise: Artist Peter Doig on the Thrilling Show He’s Organized at Gagosian in New York appeared first on Artnet News.

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'Two ex-art students just getting on with it': Radiohead’s Thom Yorke and Stanley Donwood to have first museum show next summer

The Art Newspaper

Donwood reveals the thinking behind the band’s album covers over the past 30 years—and why he gave up trying to paint a portrait of the band

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Caravaggio’s Painting of a Future Pope—Hidden for Years—Is Unveiled in Rome

Artnet News

The sitter, Maffeo Barberini, became pope in 1623. The post Caravaggio’s Painting of a Future Pope—Hidden for Years—Is Unveiled in Rome appeared first on Artnet News.

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Climate activists who dumped red powder on US Constitution at National Archives sentenced to prison

The Art Newspaper

Donald Zepeda and Jackson Green were also involved in the paint attack on Degas’s ballerina and writing “Honor Them” on a wall last year at the National Gallery of Art

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What Does the Art Market Want Right Now? Reading the Tea Leaves of the $1.2 Billion New York Auction Week

Artnet News

A former Whitney director's art soared, some bidders bagged bargains, and a few consignors had to accept big doses of reality. The post What Does the Art Market Want Right Now? Reading the Tea Leaves of the $1.2 Billion New York Auction Week appeared first on Artnet News.

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Who wore it best? A century of artists’ style

The Art Newspaper

The fashion writer Derek Guy—perhaps best known for his pithy menswear observations and advice, dolled out via X—talks us through his sartorial favourites, from David Hockney to Njideka Akunyili Crosby

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Steve McQueen’s Blitz, by turns gripping and didactic, locates solidarity in desperate survivalism

The Art Newspaper

The artist and film-maker’s historical feature about London during the Battle of Britain frames it as a traumatic experience that cut through ossified strata of class and racial hierarchy

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A Historic Portrait Recovered by Monuments Men Trounces Estimate, Fetching $550,000 at Auction

Artnet News

The painting was looted from Baron Philippe de Rothschild in 1940 and memorialized in an iconic photograph. The post A Historic Portrait Recovered by Monuments Men Trounces Estimate, Fetching $550,000 at Auction appeared first on Artnet News.

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This month's museum acquisitions round-up: Nan Goldin, Artemisia Gentileschi and Picasso

The Art Newspaper

Our pick of the latest gifts and purchases to enter institutional collections worldwide

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A Revamped Abu Dhabi Art Draws Attention as Major Market Players Invest in the Gulf

Artnet News

The 16th edition of the fair was its largest ever as international interest and investment in the region grows. The post A Revamped Abu Dhabi Art Draws Attention as Major Market Players Invest in the Gulf appeared first on Artnet News.

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Controversial Science Museum sponsor charged in US over alleged bribery scheme

The Art Newspaper

Gautam Adani—who lends his name to the museum's Adani Green Energy Gallery—was indicted in New York on charges including securities fraud

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Ian Felice’s ‘New England Gothic’ Visions Have the Art World Abuzz

Artnet News

Jonathan Anderson, Gabriela Hearst, and Josh Brolin are just a few of Felice’s celebrity fans. This week, his solo show opened at Half Gallery, New York. The post Ian Felice’s ‘New England Gothic’ Visions Have the Art World Abuzz appeared first on Artnet News.

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Rotterdam’s new museum of migration, Fenix, to open in May

The Art Newspaper

Droom en Daad foundation funds new collection and renovation of dockside warehouse centred on spectacular new double-helix Tornado

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Is the ‘Luna Luna’ Art-Themed Amusement Park Amusing?

Artnet News

No need to buckle up! But there's joy to be found at this fun fair exhibition, courtesy of artists like Keith Haring, Roy Lichtenstein, and Kenny Scharf. The post Is the ‘Luna Luna’ Art-Themed Amusement Park Amusing? appeared first on Artnet News.

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Barbara Walker's show at the Whitworth makes me feel proud to be Black British

The Art Newspaper

The British artist's first major survey exhibition in Manchester is worth leaving the London-centric art bubble for

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Fernando Botero’s Market Is Gaining Momentum. Here’s Why

Artnet News

Total auction sales of the Colombian artist's work have more than doubled between 2020 and and 2023. The post Fernando Botero’s Market Is Gaining Momentum. Here’s Why appeared first on Artnet News.

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The beautiful game? Untangling the tricky relationship between art and football

The Art Newspaper

The sport has a rich historical connection to visual culture but a new trend to immortalise the living presents interesting challenges

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With a New Audemars Piguet Collaboration, It’s Time For Some KAWS Drip

Artnet News

The venerable artist KAWS teamed up with the esteemed luxury timepiece house on a limited-edition watch. The post With a New Audemars Piguet Collaboration, It’s Time For Some KAWS Drip appeared first on Artnet News.

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Van Gogh was not fantasising when he painted mountain landscapes with ‘The Two Holes’

The Art Newspaper

A pair of pictures with this bizarre geological feature have been brought together at London’s National Gallery, on loan from New York

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Did Ancient Egyptians Drink a Hallucinogenic Cocktail from This Vessel?

Artnet News

The 2,000-years old container pays tribute to the god Bes. The post Did Ancient Egyptians Drink a Hallucinogenic Cocktail from This Vessel? appeared first on Artnet News.

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Works by Basquiat, Haring and Hockney help Christie's 21st century evening sale net a healthy $106.5m

The Art Newspaper

However, despite assistance from big names, it was emerging artists who were the real stars of the show

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Basquiat and Hockney Lead Christie’s Slimmed-Down $106.5 Million Contemporary Sale

Artnet News

The evening saw several records set for emerging artists but many high-profile lots went for their low estimates. The post Basquiat and Hockney Lead Christie’s Slimmed-Down $106.5 Million Contemporary Sale appeared first on Artnet News.

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101 exhibitors revealed for Frieze Los Angeles fair's 2025 edition

The Art Newspaper

Preparations for the fair come as with Frieze parent company Endeavor is exploring a potential sale of the British art brand

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By the Numbers: Christie’s 21st-Century Evening Sale

Artnet News

A carefully orchestrated sale marked a win for Christie's amid a more cautious market environment The post By the Numbers: Christie’s 21st-Century Evening Sale appeared first on Artnet News.

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The $6.2m banana, Frank Auerbach remembered, Lindokuhle Sobekwa’s photographs of addiction in South Africa—podcast

The Art Newspaper

Exploring this week’s New York auctions, which included Maurizio Cattelan’s now-infamous fruit, plus a tribute to the late German-British artist Auerbach and a chat with Sobekwa about a work from his powerful series, on view at the UK’s Sainsbury Centre

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By the Numbers: Sotheby’s ‘The Now’ and Evening Contemporary Sales

Artnet News

Amid a more cautious market, overall volume is down sharply from last year's totals. The post By the Numbers: Sotheby’s ‘The Now’ and Evening Contemporary Sales appeared first on Artnet News.

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Denzil Forrester finds freedom in music

The Art Newspaper

Dancing with the Grenada-born artist after the opening of his New York show proves to be a salve

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Artist Frank Gerritz’s Surreptitiously Meticulous Wall Sculptures Deserve a Closer Look

Artnet News

Gerritz's solo exhibition with Galerie Haas Zürich highlights his distinctive use of mediums and techniques. The post Artist Frank Gerritz’s Surreptitiously Meticulous Wall Sculptures Deserve a Closer Look appeared first on Artnet News.

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Burney Introduces Series Of Actively Managed ETF Models

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

The firm has partnered with Rayliant and Clough Capital Partners.

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How to Choose the Right Jewelry Appraiser: A Professional’s Checklist

La Jolla Gem Appraisal

Find a qualified jewelry appraiser: Master Gemologist Appraiser®, GIA Graduate Gemologist, proper appraisal credentials, and certified gem labs.

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Chinese dragon robe, $16,380, Michaan’s

The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles

Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall A Chinese Imperial dragon robe made of apricot-ground silk and intricately embroidered with [.] The post Chinese dragon robe, $16,380, Michaan’s appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

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Understanding the Difference in Value for Different Jewelry Appraisal Purposes

La Jolla Gem Appraisal

Understanding the Difference in Value for Different Jewelry Appraisal Purposes In my daily conversations with clients, I often hear the question, “I want to know how much this diamond ring/watch/bracelet is worth.” My response is always the same: “What do you need the jewelry appraisal for?” That’s because determining the value of jewelry is not as simple as assigning one number to one piece.

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Something to Cluck About: Hen on Nest Dishes

WorthPoint

Many people remember seeing a particular glass dish their grandmother or mother had in a china cabinet or on a table. The dish was in the form of a hen sitting on a nest, filled with candy or nuts, or used as a decorative piece. These hen on nest covered dishes are popularly collected today for their nostalgic appeal, utilitarian purpose, and the fun of hunting for all the different varieties: hundreds of patterns and sizes have been made in various colors.

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Collections Asst: Amphibians and Reptiles Collections

SPNHC

The Field Museum [link] Our Mission: Since the 1893 World Columbian Exposition, our organization has aimed to connect people to the natural environment and human history. The Field Museum is excited to invite applications for the position of Collections Assistant in our Amphibians & Reptiles (AR) Collections.

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‘Tis the Season: Wear It, Share It, and Show It Off

WorthPoint

A lambswool coat with a fur collar was the height of fashion in the 1960s and still could be part of a great look. This one sold for $150 at auction. A good friend of mine loves vintage. She’s a reseller with a small business and is always finding unique pieces, especially from the mid-century modern era. Her inventory is always beautifully curated with scarves, accessories, and home goods that bring a hip 1950s-1960s vibe.

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Music Friday: Mark Collie's Sweetheart Wants 'Something With a Ring to It'

Jewelry Judge

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you awesome songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, country star Mark Collie’s “Something With a Ring to It” tells the story of a guy whose girlfriend has been giving him the cold shoulder. She’s got “diamonds in her eyes” and wants to take their relationship to the next level.

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