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American Museum of Natural History has repatriated more than 100 Native American human remains and 90 objects

The Art Newspaper

The institution intensified its repatriation efforts after revised federal rules governing Native American remains and funerary objects went into effect earlier this year

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Kansas Is Getting an Immersive Museum, Complete With a Digital Art Wing

Artnet News

The museum anticipates up to 175,000 visitors per year. The post Kansas Is Getting an Immersive Museum, Complete With a Digital Art Wing appeared first on Artnet News.

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White Cube in London lets go of 38 invigilators—most of them artists and students

The Art Newspaper

The terminations follow a general trend among galleries that are moving away from visitor engagement to visitor management, the workers were told

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Work of the Week: Minoru Nomata’s ‘Continuum-12’

Artnet News

The Japanese artist's show at White Cube in London marks his U.K. solo debut. The post Work of the Week: Minoru Nomata’s ‘Continuum-12’ appeared first on Artnet News.

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We Still Love Lucy and Her Collectibles

WorthPoint

Lucille Ball, famous for her portrayal of zany redhead Lucy Ricardo, is still celebrated in her hometown of Jamestown, New York. Collectors can’t get enough of the memorabilia and collectibles from her storied life and career. Jamestown, New York, in the western part of the state, was once known as “The Furniture Capital of the World.” However, as that industry has largely dwindled, the city now has a different claim to fame: the birthplace of Lucille Ball.

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Kendall Jenner’s A.I. Clone Has Been Terminated, and I Am Sad

Artnet News

So long, Billie, we hardly knew ye. The post Kendall Jenner’s A.I. Clone Has Been Terminated, and I Am Sad appeared first on Artnet News.

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Contract Opportunity: Smithsonian Institution National Portrait Gallery (NPG) and Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM)

WCG

G Street entrance to National Portrait Gallery / Smithsonian American Art Museum. The Smithsonian Institution National Portrait Gallery (NPG) and Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM) is seeking to award a contract for services for Conservation (Artworks) Services performing technical, professional, non-personal services. Price quotes may be submitted by email, preferably in PDF format, to DWRCLunder@si.edu with the subject line “PC Storage RFQ.

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Sales and Attendance Soar at the 2024 Hamptons Fine Art Fair

Artnet News

We rundown some of the highlights and achievements of the fair, which concluded July 14. The post Sales and Attendance Soar at the 2024 Hamptons Fine Art Fair appeared first on Artnet News.

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Ousted Art Gallery of Ontario curator wins Canadian foundation’s curatorial award

The Art Newspaper

Wanda Nanibush and the artist Curtis Santiago are the recipients of this year’s Hnatyshyn Foundation Mid-Career Awards

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Signed Walt Whitman ‘Leaves of Grass’ rocketed past expectations at University Archives

Auction Central News

WILTON, CT — A scarce, author-printed and -signed copy of Walt Whitman’s seminal work Leaves of Grass sold for an incredible $48,000 with buyer’s premium at University Archives on June 26. It was a surprise performance, as the house had placed only a $3,000-$4,000 estimate on it. Complete sale results are available at LiveAuctioneers. According […] The post Signed Walt Whitman ‘Leaves of Grass’ rocketed past expectations at University Archives appeared first on Auct

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Auction house record for Dame Laura Knight painting

Antique Collecting

A painting by one of the leading female artists of the 20th century has recently sold for a record £74,000 The post Auction house record for Dame Laura Knight painting appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Early Richard Mayhew oil and four Misha Reznikoff abstracts lead at Kensington August 5

Auction Central News

CLINTONDALE, NY – The sale at Kensington Estate Auction on Monday, August 5 includes an early oil on canvas by the African American landscape painter Richard Mayhew (b. 1924-). The framed oil, probably from the 1960s, is estimated at $1,000-$3,000, but has already generated plenty of pre-sale bidding. Richard Mayhew is the last living member […] The post Early Richard Mayhew oil and four Misha Reznikoff abstracts lead at Kensington August 5 appeared first on Auction Central News.

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Dodo collection could fly in sale

Antique Collecting

The sale of a unique and celebrated collection of dodo-related items will go under the hammer at Summers Place Auctions The post Dodo collection could fly in sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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New collector-backed Taipei museum faces criticism for steep ticket prices

The Art Newspaper

Fubon Art Museum, whose chief executive has links to one of the world’s richest finance companies, is charging a $37 standard entrance fee

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Roman glass flask at Farnborough fair

Antique Collecting

Surrey-based antique glass specialist, Mark West, has some real surprises up his sleeve for the Classic Antique Fairs event at The post Roman glass flask at Farnborough fair appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Americans Worry Extreme Weather Events Could Erode Their Retirement Savings

Private Wealth

The 2024 Annual Retirement Study, which polled 1,000 Americans online in February and March, found that more than half (56%) of respondents indicated that they are anxious about rising costs, financial losses, or even health effects from extreme weather-related disasters.

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Brigadier Dudley Clarke cinefilm collection to sell

Antique Collecting

A collection of cinefilms belonging to Brigadier Dudley Clarke (1899-1974), a key figure behind British military deception operations during the The post Brigadier Dudley Clarke cinefilm collection to sell appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Podcast | A brush with… Michael Craig-Martin

The Art Newspaper

An in-depth interview with the artist spanning his 50-year career, eploring his influences, use of humour, and how he succeeds in making the humdrum so compelling

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Decorative dish could make five figures

Antique Collecting

A decorative dish – spotted on a sideboard – could achieve a five-figure sum at auction after turning out to The post Decorative dish could make five figures appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Should We Separate the Markets for Natural Diamonds and Lab-Grown Diamonds?

Gem Society

The explosive growth in the market for lab grown diamonds has raised important questions about its relationship to the market for natural diamonds. Are they two separate markets? Or one?

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Collecting Military Memorabilia From the Revolutionary War

WorthPoint

The Revolutionary War is the war that birthed the nation, and it provides solid ground for military collectibles. April 19, 2025, will mark the 250th anniversary of “the shot heard ’round the world”—that fateful opening volley fired at the battles of Lexington and Concord when a loose confederation of American colonial militia took on the greatest superpower of the time, the British Empire.

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Commonwealth Adds $300M Wisconsin Team To Its Indie Network

Private Wealth

Commonwealth Financial Network has added a former Northwestern Mutual team of advisors in Middleton, Wis., that managed $300 million in client assets, to its network of independent advisors, according to a news release.

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Olympic Collectibles

The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles

On Friday, July 26th, all eyes turned to Paris and the opening ceremonies of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games. Over the next 16 days, athletes from 206 countries will participate [.] The post Olympic Collectibles appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

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Sequoia Financial Buys Connecticut Firm With $405M In AUM

Private Wealth

Sequoia Financial Group today announced that it has acquired Karpas Strategies, LLC, a Litchfield, Conn.-based independent investment manager with $450 million in assets under management, according to a news release.

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Sessions for Small Museums at the 2024 AASLH Annual Conference

Conservation - American Association for State and

Sessions for Small Museums at the 2024 AASLH Annual Conference Most history organizations are small but mighty, preserving local history for future generations. If you work at a small museum or historic site, be sure to attend the 2024 AASLH Annual Conference and attend the suggested sessions below. All sessions are included with conference registration.

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This Week in Thrifting: Coca-Cola Trays—Rare or Reproduction?

WorthPoint

Is this Coca-Cola tray rare, or is it a reproduction? Let’s look at the WorthPoint app to find out. Coca-Cola collectibles can take just about any shape. From wall clocks and antique bottles to advertising and toys, the realm of Coca-Cola seems to have whatever item you could ask for. Personally, I’ve always been reluctant to dive into Coca-Cola, mainly because of the Coca-Cola retro look that came out later.

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Princess Ka’iulani-painted cup and saucer featured at Bonhams The Art of Hawai’i sale Aug 7

Auction Central News

LOS ANGELES — Bonhams is bringing its annual The Art of Hawai’i timed auction to market Sunday, July 28 with bids ending Wednesday, August 7. The sale includes native and non-native artists identified with the Volcano School, surf culture, and the Metcalf Chateau. The complete catalog for the timed sale is now available for review at […] The post Princess Ka’iulani-painted cup and saucer featured at Bonhams The Art of Hawai’i sale Aug 7 appeared first on Auction Central N

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Paper Conservator, Smithsonian American Art Museum

WCG

With this message we share with you that a new SAAM vacancy announcement has opened. This position is for a Trust fund IS-11 Paper Conservator for our Conservation Department. This announcement closes on 08/24/2024. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to thoroughly read the full vacancy announcement to ensure that they provide all that is requested in their applications packages so that they are not accidentally screened out.

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Robin Starr Is New General Manager of Bonhams Skinner

Maine Antique Digest

Robin Starr has been appointed general manager of Bonhams Skinner. In her new role, effective immediately, Starr will be responsible for overseeing the overall performance and operations of Skinner across its two salesrooms in Marlborough and Boston, Massachusetts. Starr has been an integral part of Skinner since 1987.

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Here's How Much the Paris Olympics Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals Are Worth

Jewelry Judge

With the Summer Olympics in Paris heating up, it’s time to take a closer look at what the coveted medals are actually made of and attempt to noodle out what they'd be worth if someone was silly enough to sell them for their melt value. Conceived by luxury jeweler Chaumet and the Paris 2024 Athletes’ Commission, the gold, silver and bronze medals of the 2024 Olympics all feature a unique design element.

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Ceramics in America 2023

Maine Antique Digest

A Book Review After more than 20 years as editor of Ceramics in America, Robert Hunter has passed the torch to Ronald W. Fuchs II, who will continue to bring us the latest research by scholars engaged in the study of ceramics made and used in America.

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Curious Objects: CO Bites: Pretty, Dangerous

The Magazine Antiques

Curator Sarah Margolis-Pineo introduces us to a chair you wouldn't dare sit in. The post <em>Curious Objects</em>: CO Bites: Pretty, Dangerous appeared first on The Magazine Antiques. Curious Objects : CO Bites: Pretty, Dangerous was first posted on July 31, 2024 at 2:27 pm. ©2021 " The Magazine Antiques " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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Ocean Park Rolls Out Its First ETFs

Private Wealth

The firm's four new ETFs use a fund-of-funds model and invest strictly in other ETFs.

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