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‘A masterpiece’: rediscovered Bernini statue arrives at Rijksmuseum

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The 72cm terracotta model depicting the mythical sea god Triton offers an important link to the Italian artists thought process, says a curator at the Amsterdam museum

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Why Is Small Art So Big Right Now?

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Smaller paintings and sculptures are everywhere. What's behind the shift? The post Why Is Small Art So Big Right Now? appeared first on Artnet News.

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‘Not for critique’: museum planned near India's grand Ram temple will ‘skip’ site's history of sectarian violence, official says

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The immersive, hologram-filled Ram Katha Museum in Ayodhya is planned to open next year, while the Indo-Islamic Cultural Foundation struggles to secure funding for a mosque and museum nearby

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Insurers Dispute $19.7 Million Claim for Fake Basquiats Seized From Orlando Museum

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Former director Aaron De Groft, who insisted until the end that the paintings were genuine, died this month. The post Insurers Dispute $19.7 Million Claim for Fake Basquiats Seized From Orlando Museum appeared first on Artnet News.

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Explosive volcanic eruption may have led to growth of ancient city in Bolivia

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New study suggests rise of ancient city Tiwanaku coincided with major volcanic event in Lake Titicaca Basin's vicinity

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Jo Baer, Whose Work Spanned Minimalism and ‘Radical Figuration,’ Has Died

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Painter Jo Baer, best known for hard-edged abstraction but who also painted in figurative styles and wrote about art, has died aged 95.

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'Frank conversations on certain topics can lead to real prison terms': Russian artist duo finds haven on Long Island

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Dmitry Okruzhnov and Maria Sharova, who opposed Russias 2022 invasion of Ukraine, are now working from a New York studio

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Emmanuel Perrotin to launch first London gallery with works by photographer JR

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The French image maker will show new works from Children of Ouranos series

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How a Visit to a San Francisco Weed Shop Sparked Stacy Lynn Waddell’s Gilded Botanical Series

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Waddell's gilded works on paper dazzle with Rebecca Camacho Presents at FOG Design+Art 2025. The post How a Visit to a San Francisco Weed Shop Sparked Stacy Lynn Waddell’s Gilded Botanical Series appeared first on Artnet News.

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Jo Baer, painter who pivoted from abstraction to ‘radical figuration’, has died, aged 95

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Baer was equally renowned for her work in Minimalist abstraction and figurative painting

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James Turrell Is Bringing His Iconic Skyspaces to the Saudi Arabian Desert

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Plans for his AlUla commission are revealed in the current show "Wadi AlFann presents: James Turrell." The post James Turrell Is Bringing His Iconic Skyspaces to the Saudi Arabian Desert appeared first on Artnet News.

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Restoring a 300-year-old mural in Boston’s historic Old North Church

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The cherub paintings that once looked down on Paul Revere will soon be back in all their original glory

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Visitors Become Part of Sculptor Mark Eisen’s Gleaming, Stainless-Steel ‘Living Objects’

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Modern Fine Art presents a selection of works by Eisen at Art Palm beach. The post Visitors Become Part of Sculptor Mark Eisens Gleaming, Stainless-Steel Living Objects appeared first on Artnet News.

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Titans of Abstraction Make Their Mark in Artnet Auctions’ Contemporary Editions Sale

Artnet Auctions

From Richard Serra to Josef Albers, explore some of the top abstract lots from the Contemporary Editions sale. The post Titans of Abstraction Make Their Mark in Artnet Auctions’ Contemporary Editions Sale appeared first on Artnet News.

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Insights on Auction Sales: January 20, 2025

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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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Pokémon Cards: Gotta Protect the Fans!

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The saying “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas” isn’t true for one shop and its customers. Last week, a new Pokmon expansion pack dropped, and a local shop had an interesting way to handle release day. Prismatic Evolutions is the first expansion pack for the Pokmon Scarlet and Violet series. These products have been in short supply for quite some time, resulting in increased demand for booster packs and Elite Trainer Boxes to accompany existing collections.

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Contracting Opportunity: NMAH Textiles/Costume Conservation, NMAH

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The National Museum of American History (NMAH) has a contract opportunity for Textiles/Costume Conservation Services for our upcoming 250th Exhibition which opens in the spring of 2026. The Request for Quote and Statement of Work, which contain the details regarding this contract opportunity, are available upon request until February 3, 2025. Requests to obtain these documents will not be accepted after that date.

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Sculptures, Googly Eyes, In-Person Inspection and USPAP

International Society of Appraisers

1/22/2025 12:00:00 AM Back in December, some pranksters put googly eyes on public sculptures in Bend, Oregon. Stephen Colbert, host of “The Late Show,” called it “lighthearted vandalism” while others were concerned about potential damage to the art. “Oh, come on, you’re gonna get mad about that?” Colbert said, “It’s fun, and frankly, it’s safer.

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Nantucket Baskets Weave History and Heritage into High Art

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Nantucket baskets made in the 19th century by early weavers are highly desirable to collectors for their beautiful patina. This classic lightship basket , made by Captain Andrew J. Sandsbury circa 1890, sold for $1,134 in 2024. Sandsbury is considered one of the leading Nantucket basket makers. Some of the most popular collectibles are the items made by artistic 19th-century sailors during their downtime on seafaring duties, including the baskets weaved on Nantucket lightships.

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Artificial Intelligence Pinpoints Next Diamond Exploration Targets in Botswana

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Last spring, a Botswana diamond exploration company began employing artificial intelligence (AI) to make sense of 380 gigabytes of survey data. In less than nine months, Botswana Diamonds PLC — with an assist from a mineral prospectivity technology called Xplore — has already identified seven kimberlite anomalies and applied for three prospecting licenses.

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German Museum Removes Elon Musk Portrait Amid Controversy

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The tech billionaire has dismissed public furor over his one-armed gesture during Donald Trumps inauguration event. The post German Museum Removes Elon Musk Portrait Amid Controversy appeared first on Artnet News.

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Architects denounce Trump's call for ‘traditional and classical’ architecture

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The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has criticised an executive order signed by the new president, claiming his plans could harms local communities

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The Golden Age of Illustration: Celebrating Classic Book Illustrators

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Driven by technological advances, cultural shifts, and various artistic movements, the Golden Age of Illustration ushered in a period of unprecedented creativity that elevated the craft of illustration into an artform that would leave a lasting legacy on the world of art and design. It was a transformative period in the history of art. The Victorian era brought great social and political change, together with a public during the 19th and early 20th centuries that was consumed by a new graphic ar

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