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Crypto Investor Buries 5 Treasure Chests Filled With Rare Artifacts Across the U.S.

Artnet News

Jon Collins-Black’s book provides clues to help searchers find the 'magical' treasure. The post Crypto Investor Buries 5 Treasure Chests Filled With Rare Artifacts Across the U.S. appeared first on Artnet News.

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Crypto investor eats Cattelan banana he bought for $6.2m

The Art Newspaper

Justin Sun, who purchased the work just last week, also pledged to buy 100,000 bananas from the vendor who originally sold the fruit for $0.

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A migrant family sprints for housing as shelter clock ticks

Wbur

As Massachusetts moved to limit shelter costs and stays, the Eduoards and other migrant families stared down a fast-approaching deadline. If they failed to find a home of their own, they were facing a possible end to their hopes of living in the United States. As Massachusetts moved to limit shelter costs and stays, the Eduoards and other migrant families stared down a fast-approaching deadline.

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Insights on Auction Sales the Week of November 26, 2024

WorthPoint

Will Seippel, CEO of WorthPoint, enjoys watching the items being 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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Haitian Art Is Coming Into the International Spotlight. It’s Not the First Time

Artnet News

The nation's artists are winning high-profile show and Venice Biennale appearances—and their prices are rising. The post Haitian Art Is Coming Into the International Spotlight. It’s Not the First Time appeared first on Artnet News.

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Snug as a bug: conservation work reveals beetle in Gauguin cat painting

The Art Newspaper

The painting, which has just gone on display at Amsterdam’s Van Gogh Museum, was previously hidden away in a private collection for over a century

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Scientists study wind farm construction noise impacts on lobsters by making big noises

Wbur

Lobsters and other sea creatures in areas selected for offshore wind development are about to hear a whole lot of noisy construction. How might it affect them? Cape Cod scientists are making some very loud banging noises to find out. Lobsters and other sea creatures in areas selected for offshore wind development are about to hear a whole lot of noisy construction.

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Collector Justin Sun Wants to ‘Thank’ the Vendor Behind the $6.2 Million Banana

Artnet News

At a press conference in Hong Kong, Sun ate the banana that was a part of the artwork he bought at Sotheby's. The post Collector Justin Sun Wants to ‘Thank’ the Vendor Behind the $6.2 Million Banana appeared first on Artnet News.

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California Institute of the Arts faculty and staff move to unionise

The Art Newspaper

Grievances include changes to healthcare benefits, stagnant wages, layoffs and running the nonprofit arts college like a for-profit business

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The Ricky Jay Collection: Part III

Maine Antique Digest

Potter & Potter Auctions, Chicago, Illinois Photos courtesy Potter & Potter Auctions Many a seasoned collector or reader knows that sometimes life brings a full-circle event.

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Robin Day designs in Midlands auction

Antique Collecting

Three pieces of acclaimed mid-20th century furniture bought in Northampton 70 years ago this November are to be auctioned in The post Robin Day designs in Midlands auction appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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The Hort Legacy: How New York’s Boldest Art Collectors Are Preserving Their Vision

Artnet News

Susan and Michael Hort have transformed personal loss and a keen eye for emerging talent into a collection of over 5,000 works. Now, they’re cementing their legacy with a private museum at Art Omi Pavilions. The post The Hort Legacy: How New York’s Boldest Art Collectors Are Preserving Their Vision appeared first on Artnet News.

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A bridge between worlds: Central Asia’s first private Modern and contemporary art museum to open in Kazakhstan

The Art Newspaper

Almaty Museum of Arts will house more than 700 works by Kazakh and Central Asian artists, while also presenting an substantial collection of international art

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Pure Country Antique Show

Maine Antique Digest

Chrisman, Illinois The story goes something like this. In 2021 Jill Mattingly decided to use her event venue, Bloomfield Barn near Chrisman, Illinois, to host a weekend sale of antiques. Simple concept. Minimal dealers. “It would just be us and a couple of friends,” she said. And then, well, it wasn’t.

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ARL/CDL Machine Actionable Plans (MAP) Pilot Team Visits University of Colorado Boulder

Association of Research Libraries

Last Updated on November 26, 2024, 1:17 pm ET Norlin Library basks in a sunset. Photo by Casey A. Cass/University of Colorado. The MAP Pilot project team from the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) and the California Digital Library (CDL) continued its 2024 site visits to pilot institutions with an October visit to the beautiful University of Colorado (CU) Boulder campus.

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Who Were the Women Who Pioneered Early Computer Art?

Artnet News

Here are six overlooked women artists that deserve greater recognition for their early experiments with computers. The post Who Were the Women Who Pioneered Early Computer Art? appeared first on Artnet News.

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‘Most of the value comes from the internet’: collector Justin Sun discusses the future of digital art and his newly acquired banana work at Hong Kong event

The Art Newspaper

The crypto entrepreneur spoke to The Art Newspaper about his journey into collecting, how he feels technology is transforming the art market, and more

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Two American Art Auctions

Maine Antique Digest

Bonhams Skinner, Marlborough, Massachusetts Photos courtesy Bonhams Skinner Bonhams Skinner often features smaller live sales of around 80 lots that are supported by larger online sales.

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Rod Kelly gold beaker shines in sale

Antique Collecting

An 18ct gold beaker by famed contemporary artist goldsmith, Rod Kelly, was one of the highlights of a recent silver The post Rod Kelly gold beaker shines in sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Anselm Kiefer Unveils a Preview of His New 78-Foot Painting

Artnet News

The work will be part of Kiefer’s landmark exhibition in Amsterdam, the first-ever collaboration between two major Dutch institutions. The post Anselm Kiefer Unveils a Preview of His New 78-Foot Painting appeared first on Artnet News.

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Hew Locke to ‘disrupt’ statue of Belgium monarch who oversaw brutal Congo regime

The Art Newspaper

The British-Guyanese artist will place five masts in front of the depiction of Leopold II, whose administration was characterised by “systematic brutality and atrocities”

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Southern Pottery and Rustic Antiques at Ledbetter

Maine Antique Digest

Ledbetter Folk Art Auction Gallery, Gibsonville, North Carolina Photos courtesy Ledbetter Folk Art Auction Gallery Until March 2025 all sales at Ledbetter Folk Art Auction Gallery will be online. The issue is inventory or rather overabundant inventory. Space previously reserved for seating is now a warehouse for multiple large collections.

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Napoleon’s pistols set for bidding battle

Antique Collecting

A pair of pistols that were presented by Emperor Napoleon, just six weeks after his defeat at the Battle of The post Napoleon’s pistols set for bidding battle appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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‘Living With the Gods’ Tells the Story of the Human Quest to Capture Divinity in Art

Artnet News

The Museum of Fine Arts exhibition is based on a book and radio show by Neil MacGregor. The post ‘Living With the Gods’ Tells the Story of the Human Quest to Capture Divinity in Art appeared first on Artnet News.

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US artist transforms former Confederate monument into heartfelt symbol

The Art Newspaper

With a gesture of love, Raúl de Nieves has altered a New Orleans space once described as ‘the most racist’ in the city

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Bob Dylan handwritten lyrics, $25,000, RR Auction

The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles

Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall Singer Bob Dylan’s unpublished handwritten religious lyrics filled with Biblical allusion and [.] The post Bob Dylan handwritten lyrics, $25,000, RR Auction appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

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Christmas issue of Antique Collecting magazine

Antique Collecting

With Christmas fast approaching, this month’s Antique Collecting magazine – subscribe now to get it each month – has a The post Christmas issue of Antique Collecting magazine appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Indigenous Histories and Futures Shine in This Photography Exhibition

Artnet News

Curated by Wendy Red Star, the exhibition features more than 60 works by artists spanning dozens of Native nations and affiliations. The post Indigenous Histories and Futures Shine in This Photography Exhibition appeared first on Artnet News.

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Art Basel Miami Beach boosts newcomers by offering smaller stands

The Art Newspaper

The largest fair in the Americas responds to “a challenging year for galleries” by introducing a new range of flexible sizing options for its main Galleries section, resulting in a record number of first-time exhibitors

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Chief Conservator, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

WCG

Description: The Chief Conservator position leads the Susan and David Goode Center for Advanced Study in Art Conservation. Opened in 2010, the Goode Center is dedicated to the care and treatment of the museum’s collection of more than 50,000 works of art. With almost 10,000 square feet of lab space, it is one of the largest art conservation facilities in the southeast and is outfitted with advanced analytical and examination capabilities including hyperspectral imaging, infrared and multiband im

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Choosing a Diamond for Your Engagement Ring: Natural or Synthetic?

La Jolla Gem Appraisal

Choosing a Diamond for Your Engagement Ring: Natural or Synthetic? Your engagement ring is more than just a piece of jewelry: it’s a symbol of your love, your story, and the life you’re building together. Choosing the right diamond for this once-in-a-lifetime piece is an exciting (and sometimes overwhelming) decision. One of the first questions many couples face is: natural or synthetic?

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At Shanghai Art Week, Slower Sales and More Subdued Parties

Artnet News

The city's art scene is continuing to grow, but it is not immune from market troubles The post At Shanghai Art Week, Slower Sales and More Subdued Parties appeared first on Artnet News.

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UK artists earning an average of just £12,500 per year, says new report

The Art Newspaper

The document warns that visual arts is now a “privileged profession”, where “only those with certain economic advantages can afford to pursue and sustain a career”

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The Journal of Wealth Management

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Antiques Trade Talks – Swann Antiques

Antique Collecting

Hampshire-based Steven Swann founded his business in 2020 to follow his passion for working with and restoring quality, real-wood furniture, The post Antiques Trade Talks – Swann Antiques appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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A 2,000-Year-Old Roman Soldier’s Shoe Just Turned Up in Germany

Artnet News

Its unique construction turned running into a foot massage, one expert observed. The post A 2,000-Year-Old Roman Soldier’s Shoe Just Turned Up in Germany appeared first on Artnet News.

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Ancient Maya city of Ucanal was contaminated with mercury, study reveals

The Art Newspaper

Newly published research shows just how pervasive mercury—an essential element in the red cinnabar pigment favoured by the Maya—is at the site in Guatemala

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