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Researchers Claim Chinese Interference in French Museum Exhibitions

Artnet News

Respected Tibetologists have raised the alarm over the erasure of non-Han cultures in wall texts. The post Researchers Claim Chinese Interference in French Museum Exhibitions appeared first on Artnet News.

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UK public proud of the arts above all else—even sport—study says

The Art Newspaper

The British Social Attitudes Survey shows pride in arts and literature falling only 1% over the past decade, a much smaller drop than in other categories

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Why Massachusetts schools are having an 'extremely difficult' financial year

Wbur

A combination of factors like the end of federal COVID-19 funds, rising inflation and declining enrollment are straining school district budgets across Massachusetts. A combination of factors like the end of federal COVID-19 funds, rising inflation and declining enrollment are straining school district budgets across Massachusetts.

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New light: Jane Freedom’s Sampler

The Magazine Antiques

Girlhood needlework, local tradition, and personal identity. The post New light: Jane Freedom’s Sampler appeared first on The Magazine Antiques. New light: Jane Freedom’s Sampler was first posted on September 4, 2024 at 8:00 am. ©2021 " The Magazine Antiques " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement.

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Long-Lost Diana Statue That Sank With the Titanic Comes to Light on the Ocean Floor

Artnet News

She had been unseen since she was photographed in 1986. The post Long-Lost Diana Statue That Sank With the Titanic Comes to Light on the Ocean Floor appeared first on Artnet News.

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Stairway to Rococo heaven reopens as Jacquemart-André restoration completes

The Art Newspaper

Masterpieces from Rome’s Galleria Borghese will be on show alongside the built-in Tiepolo frescos of the Jacquemart-André museum, a Belle Epoque mansion originally built for a wealthy banker and his portrait-painting wife

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Tens of thousands of MBTA riders to qualify for half-price fares

Wbur

The MBTA is set to launch a new reduced fare program this week, dramatically widening the pool of people who qualify and potentially cutting transit costs in half for about 60,000 riders. The MBTA is set to launch a new reduced fare program this week, dramatically widening the pool of people who qualify and potentially cutting transit costs in half for about 60,000 riders.

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Artist Gao Zhen Detained in China Over Sculptures Criticizing Mao Zedong

Artnet News

The artworks, which were created in the early 2000s and critique the Cultural Revolution, are suspected of breaking a 2018 law. The post Artist Gao Zhen Detained in China Over Sculptures Criticizing Mao Zedong appeared first on Artnet News.

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Truck-based exhibition on bodily autonomy kicks off US tour in New York

The Art Newspaper

The project “Body Freedom for Every(body) will spend the next three months touring the country in a truck emblazoned with Barbara Kruger’s famous message: “Your Body is a Battleground”

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The 10 Most Expensive Watches Ever Sold (& Why They’re So Significant)

Invaluable

How much would you be willing to pay for a watch? What if it was once owned by a celebrity, had a fascinating story, or was a limited edition? When it comes to the world’s most expensive watches, the sky’s the limit when it comes to auction prices. Step into the exclusive world of high-end horology as we reveal the 10 most expensive watches ever auctioned.

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Consolation Prizes

The Magazine Antiques

An exhibition at Frederic Church’s Olana highlights the nineteenth-century culture of memory and memorial. The post Consolation Prizes appeared first on The Magazine Antiques. Consolation Prizes was first posted on September 4, 2024 at 10:30 am. ©2021 " The Magazine Antiques " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement.

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Introducing the Intelligence Report: Mid-Year Review 2024

Artnet News

Artnet's latest biannual report delves into the art market reset, as the industry rides the waves of change. The post Introducing the Intelligence Report: Mid-Year Review 2024 appeared first on Artnet News.

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Uzbekistan to get first major biennial in ancient city of Bukhara

The Art Newspaper

Launching in September 2025, the first edition will feature international artists Antony Gormley and Slavs and Tatars as well as local participants

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Seven Grants for New England Artists

Michael Rose Fine Art

With Labor Day comes a reminder that artists too are laborers and the visual arts involves a great deal of hard work that is often underfunded. That being said, there are always interesting grant opportunities available. It sometimes takes some searching to find funding opportunities, but I have assembled a collection of six grants with deadlines coming up that are aimed at artists across New England.

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Gems & Glamour: Fine Jewelry & Stones Auction scheduled for September 11

Auction Central News

NEW YORK – On Wednesday, September 11, starting at 7 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will present Gems & Glamour: Fine Jewelry & Stones Auction, a sale containing almost 550 lots of must-have treasures. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers. Leading the offerings is a pair of 18K white gold, diamond, and […] The post Gems & Glamour: Fine Jewelry & Stones Auction scheduled for September 11 appeared first on Auction Central News.

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Scrappy as Ever, Spring Break Art Fair Remains True to Its Wild Roots

Artnet News

The only fair where you can go camping, visit Coney Island, and buy original works of art for $100. The post Scrappy as Ever, Spring Break Art Fair Remains True to Its Wild Roots appeared first on Artnet News.

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Sasha Skochilenko: I just happened to be the winner of the ‘Hunger Games’

The Art Newspaper

The Russian artist, who was freed in a prison swap, on life under President Putin and spending more than two years in prison for an art intervention opposing Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

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SAA Receives IMLS Grant to Create a Research Agenda for the Profession

Society of American Archivists

September 5, 2024 —The Society of American Archivists has received a $150,000 grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Grant program to establish a prioritized research agenda for the archival profession.

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Rainbow Apple Computer-logo glasses designed by co-founder Steve Wozniak appear at Clark’s September 14

Auction Central News

SCOTTS VALLEY, CA — Originally commissioned by Apple Computer co-founder Steve Wozniak based on his own design, one of just 30 original ‘Apple logo’ glasses dating to 1979 will sell at Clark’s Auction Company Saturday, September 14 as a featured lot in its California Estates Auction sale. ‘Woz’ wore a pair for the cover image […] The post Rainbow Apple Computer-logo glasses designed by co-founder Steve Wozniak appear at Clark’s September 14 appeared firs

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The Surprising History of the Duck Stamp Takes Wing in a Museum Show

Artnet News

It's the only art contest run by the U.S. government. The post The Surprising History of the Duck Stamp Takes Wing in a Museum Show appeared first on Artnet News.

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18-year-old artist Veronika Kozhushko killed in Russian airstrike on Kharkiv

The Art Newspaper

The prominent Ukrainian poet Serhiy Zhadan described her as “very young, sincere and gifted," adding: "There is no explanation for this.

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2025 SAA Election Candidate Information Session

Society of American Archivists

September 3, 2024 —SAA's elected leaders make critical contributions to shaping the Society. Are you interested in learning how to make a difference and hearing more about the current open positions in SAA? Join the Nominating Committee for a panel discussion with past candidates about what each of the positions entails and the opportunity to ask questions about running for the upcoming 2025 election.

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Bridging Eras brings 20th-century decorative arts to Jasper52 September 10

Auction Central News

NEW YORK — Jasper52 has announced its next decorative arts sale focused on fine 20th-century items for any home, Bridging Eras, which will be held on Tuesday, September 10, starting at 6 pm Eastern time. The 255-lot catalog is now open for bidding exclusively at LiveAuctioneers. The first highlight is a stick reed rattan double-strand […] The post Bridging Eras brings 20th-century decorative arts to Jasper52 September 10 appeared first on Auction Central News.

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Goodbye FOMO and Frenzy: A New Art Season Kicks Off With Cautious Optimism

Artnet News

Buyers are in no rush to pull the trigger. The post Goodbye FOMO and Frenzy: A New Art Season Kicks Off With Cautious Optimism appeared first on Artnet News.

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A Hamptons art gala raises money for Ukrainian children, with an assist from actor Liev Schreiber

The Art Newspaper

As the summer season in the tony Long Island enclave wound down, the humanitarian organisation BlueCheck and Manhattan’s Mriya gallery teamed up for a benefit auction

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Amplify Launches Growth ETF With Call Options

Private Wealth

The asset manager is adding to a suite of covered-call products, this time with a growth stock bent.

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Antique fortune teller machines lead at Potter & Potter September 12

Auction Central News

CHICAGO — Potter & Potter will bring more than 750 lots to market Thursday, September 12 in its Coin-Op and Advertising mega-sale. The event includes a big variety of fortune teller coin-operated machines with provenance to the Mike Gorski collection of faithful reproductions. The complete catalog is now available for bidding at LiveAuctioneers.

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Kingpin in Canada’s Largest Art Forgery Ring Sentenced

Artnet News

More than 1,600 works attributed to the Anishinaabe artist were forgeries. The post Kingpin in Canada’s Largest Art Forgery Ring Sentenced appeared first on Artnet News.

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Let them eat cake: V&A to stage first UK show on Marie Antoinette

The Art Newspaper

Other blockbuster exhibitions at the museum next year will focus on luxury brand Cartier, ancient Egypt and the pioneering work done by disabled people in the world of design

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Roycroft Furniture Caps Americana Sale

Maine Antique Digest

Farrin’s Country Auctions, Randolph, Maine Usually, Farrin’s Country Auctions in Randolph, Maine, caters to a loyal “down home” crowd, using only the traditional methods of in-person, telephone, and absentee bidding. But periodically Rusty Farrin puts forth a collection of upscale lots and calls in the Internet to complete the bidding options.

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Dunhill Aquarium lighters fire the passions of collectors

Auction Central News

NEW YORK — Smoking has largely gone out of fashion, but demand for vintage and antique pipes, ashtrays, and related paraphernalia has remained smoking hot. Among the pieces driving the market for these collectibles are a variety of lighter produced in the previous century by the British luxury goods firm Alfred Dunhill. Known as Aquarium […] The post Dunhill Aquarium lighters fire the passions of collectors appeared first on Auction Central News.

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At the Armory Show, Fantasy-Coded Paintings Offer Escapism in Soft Focus

Artnet News

Each year in New York, the Armory Show represents a return to the art fair calendar after the industry takes its standard summer break in August. VIPs are descending on the Javits Center, which is due West of Hudson Yards and overlooking the Hudson River There, over 235 exhibitors will converge tomorrow for the VIP […] The post At the Armory Show, Fantasy-Coded Paintings Offer Escapism in Soft Focus appeared first on Artnet News.

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Despite art market ‘doomsayers’, Armory Show dealers see signs of 'a good turnaround' in opening sales

The Art Newspaper

Works at price points up to the high six figures found buyers during the VIP preview of the fair’s first edition fully under the Frieze corporate umbrella

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Haley Toy Collection Surpasses $2.48 Million

Maine Antique Digest

Bertoia Auctions, Vineland, New Jersey Photos courtesy Bertoia Auctions Back in the late 1960s and early ’70s, purchasing older items was a completely different animal than it is today.

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Mt. Washington Burmese Uranium Glass Vase leads our five lots to watch

Auction Central News

Mt. Washington Burmese Uranium Glass Vase FLOWER MOUND, TX — Mt. Washington Glass Company was founded in 1837, but its heyday arrived in 1880 and lasted through the early 1900s. Its products from this era are regarded as eminently stylish. A Mt. Washington piece would set a home off and let the visitor know the […] The post Mt. Washington Burmese Uranium Glass Vase leads our five lots to watch appeared first on Auction Central News.

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Cooper Union Surprises Incoming Seniors With Free Tuition

Artnet News

It’s the latest landmark on a long road back to free tuition for all after a years-long crisis. The post Cooper Union Surprises Incoming Seniors With Free Tuition appeared first on Artnet News.

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‘Dalí wanted his mouth to be very realistic’: fabled lip sofa prototype at heart of new Surrealist show in Paris

The Art Newspaper

An exhibition of furniture at Galerie Poggi highlights the achievements of the mid-century Spanish design company BD Barcelona Design

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