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French pocket watch could fetch thousands

Antique Collecting

A remarkable piece of history is set to capture global attention in Hansons upcoming International Fine Art, Silver, Jewellery, Watches, The post French pocket watch could fetch thousands appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Semi-autonomous artists can offer society new means of working with AI

The Art Newspaper

Artists have a history of giving cultural and social relevance to new technology.

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Annual Thanksgiving Weekend Americana Auction

Maine Antique Digest

Amelia Jeffers, Auctioneer & Appraiser, Delaware, Ohio Photos courtesy Amelia Jeffers, Auctioneer & Appraiser The Thanksgiving weekend auction held by Amelia Jeffers at The Barn at Stratford (the old Garths Auction Barn) in Delaware, Ohio, November 29 and 30 grossed more than $1.4 million (including buyers premiums).

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Is the Outrage Over Christie’s A.I. Auction Overblown? Artists in the Sale Weigh In

Artnet News

"The vitriol directed toward artists experimenting with A.I. shows how powerful images are for humanity," said artist Linda Dounia. The post Is the Outrage Over Christies A.I. Auction Overblown? Artists in the Sale Weigh In appeared first on Artnet News.

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Southwest Native American Baskets: Identifying Characteristics

WorthWise

Southwest Baskets Overview The subject of Native American (or American Indian) basketry could fill volumes and has tickled the imaginations of scholars and collectors alike. And as an appraiser, it is always a special joy to value one. Identifying the origins and tribal affiliations of vintage and antique Native American baskets can be tricky, especially […] The post Southwest Native American Baskets: Identifying Characteristics appeared first on WorthWise Art and Antiques Appraisers.

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London contemporary art auctions kick off with £5.4m record for Lisa Brice, despite geopolitical chaos

The Art Newspaper

Last night's sale at Sotheby's, which totalled 62.5m, also included a 4.

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$2.9 Million in Two Days

Maine Antique Digest

Grogan & Company, Boston, Massachusetts Photos courtesy Grogan & Company The gallery at Grogan & Company in Boston for the November 2 and 3 sales was ablaze with color and sparkle from the objects on view: fine art and jewels. The auctions, with live, online, and telephone bidding, brought energetic competition.

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Christie's AI art auction outpaces expectations, bringing in more than $728,000

The Art Newspaper

In all, 28 of the Augmented Intelligence sale's 34 lots found buyers, including pieces by Refik Anadol, Charles Csuri and Harold Cohen

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Native American Art at Bonhams

Maine Antique Digest

Bonhams, Los Angeles, California Photos courtesy Bonhams First, the Los Angeles fires. After packing up his house, four children, and many, many pets of various species, Bonhams Native American art specialist Ingmars Lindbergs, his family, and his house have survived the L.A. fires. So far.

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What Is the ‘Salvador Dali Aesthetic’ and Why Is It Trending?

Artnet News

'Surrealist soirees' are all the rage. Here's why. The post What Is the Salvador Dali Aesthetic’ and Why Is It Trending? appeared first on Artnet News.

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Antiques Trade Talks – CL Miller

Antique Collecting

The author Cara (CL) Miller grew up immersed in the world of antiques, courtesy of her late mother, Judith Miller, The post Antiques Trade Talks – CL Miller appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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The Grand Egyptian Museum is due to finally open on 3 July, here’s a sneak peek

The Art Newspaper

The Art Newspaper took a tour of this treasure-stuffed colossus and was impressed by its gargantuan scale and coherent layout

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Bertoia’s Two-Day Event Tops $2.4 Million

Maine Antique Digest

Bertoia Auctions, Vineland, New Jersey Photos courtesy Bertoia Auctions Bertoia Auctions November 22 and 23 auction included the Bradley Kaplan Lionel train collection, the complete Bill Becker Issmayer train collection, the Bob Vicic and the Willett still bank collections, cast-iron toys from Ron Sieling, Rick Ralston, and Cantey Johnson, plus rare doorstops,

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A Flamin’ Hot Cheeto Shaped Like a Pokémon Just Sold for $90,000

Artnet News

Here's hoping the buyer doesn't get hungry! The post A Flamin’ Hot Cheeto Shaped Like a Pokmon Just Sold for $90,000 appeared first on Artnet News.

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Advisors Focusing More On Planning, Passive Investing, Cerulli Says

Financial Advisor Private Wealth

Cerulli Finds Interest Rising in Passive Investments

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US taste for Surrealism boosts marathon £130m Christie’s auction

The Art Newspaper

Double-header sale in London last night was led by Ren Magritte with strong prices for Paul Delvaux and Tamara de Lempicka

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Meander Auctions Closes Out 2024 with Successful Sale

Maine Antique Digest

Meander Auctions, Whipple, Ohio Photos courtesy Meander Auctions The holidays came early for Meander Auctions, Whipple, Ohio. Its final event of 2024 was one of its best and a wonderful way to finish off the year.

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The Fate of ‘Fearless Girl’ Sculpture Is in Question as DEI Commitments End

Artnet News

State Street, the company behind the sculpture, has quietly backed away from its commitment to diversity. The post The Fate of Fearless Girl Sculpture Is in Question as DEI Commitments End appeared first on Artnet News.

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Van Gogh oil painting, $54.01 million, Sotheby’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 An oil on canvas painting by Vincent Van Gogh, titled Paysage Sous Un [.] The post Van Gogh oil painting,$54.01 million, Sothebys appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

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Comment | 'The government needs to cancel the British Council’s debt'

The Art Newspaper

V&A director Tristram Hunt on the dangers of the cash-strapped cultural organisation disappearing

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The Boston Marble Slab Table

Maine Antique Digest

Photos courtesy Levy Galleries The talk of the town at The Winter Show was the sale of the circa 1755 Boston marble slab table with naturalistic rococo carving by John Welch that was sold by Frank Levy of Levy Galleries, New York City, to the Chipstone Foundation during the first minute

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Does Marcel Duchamp Still Matter?

Artnet News

Klaus Biesenbach, Ai Weiwei, Jeff Koons, Cao Fei, and more weigh in. The post Does Marcel Duchamp Still Matter? appeared first on Artnet News.

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Gallantry medals of WWII pilot at Sworders

Antique Collecting

The gallantry awards of an RAF Second World War flying ace come for sale at Sworders this month. Air Commodore The post Gallantry medals of WWII pilot at Sworders appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Charging tourists to visit UK museums would be ‘ideologically at odds’ with their global collections, says new report

The Art Newspaper

The report also describes the idea of charging international visitors as logistically complex

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Country Spirit Antique Show

Maine Antique Digest

Arcola, Illinois Two days after the U.S. general election and its bruising presidential race, a yard sign on Illinois 133 still stood. Lost in the flat farmland of the Midwest, it offered a different perspective on the times: Jesus 2024 / Our Only Hope. Pardon this rabbit trail for a minute.

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The Largest Harbor in Ancient Greece Is Centuries Older Than We Thought

Artnet News

A discovery of lead pollution and 5 lumps of brown coals were carbon dated to the days of the Bronze Age. The post The Largest Harbor in Ancient Greece Is Centuries Older Than We Thought appeared first on Artnet News.

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New visitor app for Blenheim Palace

Antique Collecting

Visitors to Blenheim Palace can now enjoy personally tailored tours, thanks to a new state of the art app, Archie The post New visitor app for Blenheim Palace appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Artist Kent Monkman and curator Daina Augaitis among winners of Canada’s Governor General’s Awards

The Art Newspaper

Also honoured in the visual and media arts category this year are the AI artist Sandra Rodriguez, the furniture-maker Peter Pierobon and the film-maker Bruce LaBruce

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Paper Town Boxboro Show under New Ownership

Maine Antique Digest

Paper Town Boxboro, the vintage book and paper show held in Boxborough, Massachusetts, twice a year, will continue under new ownership, according to event promoters Tina and John Bruno, who are retiring after more than 40 years in the business.

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Nvidia Chief Commits More Than $22 Million to Save Ailing California Art School

Artnet News

The Jen-Hsun and Lori Huang Foundation has made what may be the largest individual gift in the school's 118-year history. The post Nvidia Chief Commits More Than $22 Million to Save Ailing California Art School appeared first on Artnet News.

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Miriam Sacks tapestries debut at Olympia Auctions

Antique Collecting

Works from eleven artists’ estates are set to go under the hammer in London, highlighting the works of internationally-renowned textile The post Miriam Sacks tapestries debut at Olympia Auctions appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Citing censorship, Pakistani artist Rabbya Naseer cancels show at Vienna museum

The Art Newspaper

The artist's solo exhibition was due to open at the Belvedere 21 Museum of Contemporary Art last month

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Hanover Tavern Exhibition

Maine Antique Digest

The Hanover Tavern Foundation has planned several events to celebrate the semiquincentennial of the United States. The initial event is an exhibit titled United In Liberty, Divided In Design: Furnishings During the American Revolution.

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Christie’s All-A.I. Sale Surpasses Expectations With a Haul of More Than $700,000

Artnet News

The auction, however, was not without controversy. The post Christie’s All-A.I. Sale Surpasses Expectations With a Haul of More Than $700,000 appeared first on Artnet News.

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Eric Knowles to host free valuation day

Antique Collecting

Antique Collecting columnist, BBC Bargain Hunt regular and antiques expert Eric Knowles will be part of a team of expert The post Eric Knowles to host free valuation day appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Our precious. Dutch culture minister blocks sale of medieval gold ring on grounds it is a national treasure

The Art Newspaper

The ring, which dates from the ninth or tenth century, has been unofficially likened to J.R.R.

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