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Getting More by Asking for Less

Maine Antique Digest

When asked by someone outside of the art and decorative arts world what museums to see in New York City, I always tell them about the American Folk Art Museum. Its fantastic, and its free, is my stock recommendation.

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Holy ground: why Persian carpets play an important symbolic role in the funeral of Pope Francis

The Art Newspaper

For over 600 years carpets from Anatolia, Turkey and Persia have been used in Catholic ceremony and religious paintings by artists including Andrea del Verrochio to indicate a carefully defined, sacred space

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Society of American Archivists

Society of American Archivists

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Hannah Gibson ‘Glass Renewed’ exhibition at Museum of Brands

Antique Collecting

A new exhibition, Glass Renewed: The Art of Hannah Gibson & the History of Glass at The Museum of Brands The post Hannah Gibson ‘Glass Renewed’ exhibition at Museum of Brands appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Canadiana in Demand

Maine Antique Digest

Miller & Miller Auctions Ltd., New Hamburg, Ontario Photos courtesy Miller & Miller Auctions Ltd. All prices in U.S.

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MFA Boston to return Benin Bronzes to wealthy donor, close gallery

The Art Newspaper

The unusual move follows years of negotiations between the museum, the collector and the Kingdom of Benin

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2025 SAA Election Results

Society of American Archivists

May 12, 2025 The results of SAA's 2025 election are in!

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Laughlin’s 39th Spring Auction

Maine Antique Digest

Laughlin Auctions, Edinburg, Virginia Photos courtesy Laughlin Auctions Laughlin Auctions hosted its 39th annual spring antiques and sporting auction March 5-19. The two-week online-only sale provided ample time for potential buyers to sort through the nearly 1100 lots offered by the Edinburg, Virginia, firm. Laughlin uses the HiBid bidding platform.

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Yayoi Kusama survey at National Gallery of Victoria becomes most visited art exhibition in Australian history

The Art Newspaper

The museum reported that 570,537 tickets were sold for the show, which closed in April

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How to use the internet to research the value of Antique – Antique Appraisal Online

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

Trying to find the value of an antique online may seem like a good idea, but its harder than you might think. The first question you have to ask yourself is where to look. A search for American antique appraisal is going to return thousands of results. Even if you can narrow down the results by type of antique or by a brand name, youre still going to get many different results.

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$70 Million Giacometti Heads to Sotheby’s for High-Stakes May Sale

Artnet News

The seller is the Soloviev Foundation, which has also quietly pledged two works to Christie's. The post $70 Million Giacometti Heads to Sotheby’s for High-Stakes May Sale appeared first on Artnet News.

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The Charleston Show 2025

Maine Antique Digest

Charleston, South Carolina Photos courtesy Donna Prunkl What began as the Charleston International Antiques Show in 2004 has morphed into simply the Charleston Show. M.A.D. was there for the inaugural international show (see the June 2004 edition of M.A.D., pp. 26-28-D).

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Nova Contemporary gallery taps into Thailand’s burgeoning market

The Art Newspaper

The Bangkok space opens new premises this month, ahead of major new private museum Dib Bangkok

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Lock of Nelson’s hair to sell in Newcastle

Antique Collecting

A lock of Lord Nelson’s hair is set to go under the hammer at Anderson and Garland’s Militaria auction in The post Lock of Nelson’s hair to sell in Newcastle appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Dinosaur Fossils Are Disappearing Into Private Hands—And It’s Hindering Science, Study Finds

Artnet News

Seventy-one T. rex fossils are privately held compared to 61 in public trusts, new research finds. The post Dinosaur Fossils Are Disappearing Into Private HandsAnd Its Hindering Science, Study Finds appeared first on Artnet News.

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The 51st Wisconsin Antiques Dealers Association Winter Show & Sale

Maine Antique Digest

Waukesha, Wisconsin Youve got to love a show that makes a big deal about honoring local traditions.

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Nelson-Atkins Museum picks architect for $160m expansion

The Art Newspaper

The museum in Kansas City has tapped the firm Weiss Manfredi to overhaul its campus

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East Anglian art in the spotlight

Antique Collecting

A dedicated sale showcasing the best of East Anglian art will take place at Colchester auction house Reeman Dansie this The post East Anglian art in the spotlight appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Ancient Rameses III Inscription Found Etched Into Remote Jordanian Mountainside

Artnet News

It's the first ancient Egyptian cartouche ever found in Jordan. The post Ancient Rameses III Inscription Found Etched Into Remote Jordanian Mountainside appeared first on Artnet News.

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Exhibitions, May 2025

Maine Antique Digest

Stanley Whitney (b. 1946), untitled, 2020, gouache on paper. The Medford and Loraine Johnston collection, promised gift to the High Museum of Art. Stanley Whitney. Photo courtesy Matthew Marks Gallery, New York.

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Rembrandt works called into question by experts in the Netherlands

The Art Newspaper

Conservators at The Mauritshuis gallery say famous paintings may have been made by the Dutch Old Masters students or studio assistants

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The Return of Vintage Yellow Gold Watches

Antique Collecting

As we move further into 2025, vintage yellow gold watches are stepping back into the spotlight. Once eclipsed by the The post The Return of Vintage Yellow Gold Watches appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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A Glorious Show of Textile Art Unspools in 18th-Century New York Building

Artnet News

We visited the show with in-demand curator Elissa Auther of New Yorks Museum of Arts and Design. The post A Glorious Show of Textile Art Unspools in 18th-Century New York Building appeared first on Artnet News.

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Chappell Roan costume, $88,900, Julien’s Auctions

The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles

Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall Chappell Roan’s vintage sequined marching band unitard worn in her “HOT TO GO!” [.] The post Chappell Roan costume,$88,900, Julien’s Auctions appeared first on The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles.

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Turkish artists face pressure amid government crackdown on opposition

The Art Newspaper

Mahir Polat, the head of Istanbuls cultural heritage department, was recently released after being arrested along with other key cultural figures

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18th-century John Wilkes jug in ceramics sale

Antique Collecting

A rare late 18th-century creamware jug featuring a portrait of the notorious radical politician, journalist and rake John Wilkes (1725-1798), The post 18th-century John Wilkes jug in ceramics sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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The Very Quotable Larry Gagosian Turns 80—and More Juicy Art World Gossip

Artnet News

Plus, what's the deal with Olmo Schnabel's new movie? And which artist has left Gladstone Gallery? The post The Very Quotable Larry Gagosian Turns 80and More Juicy Art World Gossip appeared first on Artnet News.

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Spring 2025

Association of Research Libraries

Last Updated on April 23, 2025, 11:47 am ET ARL Monitor: Public Edition (Spring 2025) Coming Thursday, April 24 The post Spring 2025 appeared first on Association of Research Libraries.

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San Francisco Art Fair brings attention to Bay Area scene and sales for exhibitors from near and far

The Art Newspaper

The fairs programming included events with local institutions and stands devoted to non-profits and collectives

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Colin McCahon painting sells for thousands

Antique Collecting

A painting valued at 80-100 and consigned to Surrey auction house John Nicholsons recent Fine Paintings auction fetched 14,000 when The post Colin McCahon painting sells for thousands appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Historic Castle, Famously Seen in ‘Bridgerton,’ Reopens Following Grand Restoration

Artnet News

The tapestries have returned to their original locations for the first time in 200 years. The post Historic Castle, Famously Seen in ‘Bridgerton,’ Reopens Following Grand Restoration appeared first on Artnet News.

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Best Wedding Insurance in 2025

Gem Society

Our jewelry insurance guide reviews the policies of the top eight companies. Learn what to look for so you can find the coverage that's right for you.

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Conservation of Tintoretto painting in UK reveals ‘layer of history hiding under the surface’

The Art Newspaper

Research on Wise and Foolish Virgins, which is going back on display at the National Trusts Upton House in Warwickshire, has revealed alterations made by the Venetian artist and others over time

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Joseph Wright of Derby self-portrait in sale

Antique Collecting

What is believed to be the last self-portrait of Joseph Wright of Derby (1734-97) outside of public collections is coming The post Joseph Wright of Derby self-portrait in sale appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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KAWS Is Koming to San Francisco for His First Major West Coast Museum Show

Artnet News

SFMOMA looks to boost attendance with the wildly popular artist. The post KAWS Is Koming to San Francisco for His First Major West Coast Museum Show appeared first on Artnet News.

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The Role of Sapphire Beyond Jewelry

Gem Society

Explore the remarkable evolution of sapphire role beyond jewelry in this informative article. Discover how sapphire's exceptional properties have made it essential in modern technology, from smartphones to spacecraft, and why it's rapidly becoming a critical material in advanced engineering applications worldwide.

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What not to miss at this year's Venice Architecture Biennale

The Art Newspaper

We introduce the 2025 main exhibition and pick out the national pavilions to look out for

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