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Greek Archaeologists Uncover a 1,800-Year-Old Marble Head of Apollo

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The major discovery follows a Hercules statue found last year. The post Greek Archaeologists Uncover a 1,800-Year-Old Marble Head of Apollo appeared first on Artnet News.

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Which Antique And Vintage Collections Are Trending In 2024

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The appeal of antique objects remains strong in the modern era, with a growing demand among collectors and enthusiasts. Whether through prestigious auction houses or direct transactions with passionate collectors, there is a continuous eagerness for these timeless treasures to come to light. The trade of ancient and vintage items is marked by a remarkable level of interest, with certain pieces commanding record-breaking prices.

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Takashi Murakami’s New Works Fill His First Japanese Exhibition in Eight Years

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“Takashi Murakami Mononoke Kyoto” will run until September 1. The post Takashi Murakami’s New Works Fill His First Japanese Exhibition in Eight Years appeared first on Artnet News.

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Tony Bennett: A Life Well Lived brings the famed singer’s collection to market at Julien’s April 18-19

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GARDENA, Calif. — Julien’s Auctions announced its latest celebrity sale, Tony Bennett: A Life Well Lived, a two-day event scheduled for Thursday, April 18 and Friday, April 19. The catalogs are now available for review and bidding at LiveAuctioneers. Born Anthony Benedetto (1926-2023), the Grammy Award-winning singer and artist enjoyed a career spanning eight incredible […] The post Tony Bennett: A Life Well Lived brings the famed singer’s collection to market at Julien’s April

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Art Bites: Alice Neel Painted Her First Self-Portrait at 80

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You’re never too old to change things up. The post Art Bites: Alice Neel Painted Her First Self-Portrait at 80 appeared first on Artnet News.

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Frank Lloyd Wright chair claimed $52K in spectacular overperformance at Toomey

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CHICAGO — A large collection of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture, china, and decor came to market at Toomey & Co. as part of its Early 20th Century Design sale March 26. One item in particular, a chair designed and built for the Dorothy H. Turkel House in Detroit, carried a modest $4,000-$6,000 estimate but ended […] The post Frank Lloyd Wright chair claimed $52K in spectacular overperformance at Toomey appeared first on Auction Central News.

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As Seen on ‘Goodfellas’: A Wise Guy’s Amateur Art Criticism

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The beloved scene at Tommy’s mother’s house features a painting based on a photo from "National Geographic." The post As Seen on ‘Goodfellas’: A Wise Guy’s Amateur Art Criticism appeared first on Artnet News.

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