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Rare Sketch of Continental Soldiers and Camp Followers Given to Museum

Maine Antique Digest

When Matthew Skic, the Museum of the American Revolution’s curator of exhibitions, visited New York collector Judith Hernstadt last summer, he noticed a small ink drawing on the wall over her desk.

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Remnants of a Legendary Typeface Have Been Rescued from the River Thames

Artnet News

The Doves typeface was thrown into the water a century ago, following a dispute between its creators. Pieces of it are now on show in London.

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Antiques Trade Talks – The Antique Ring Boutique

Antique Collecting

The Antique Ring Boutique was founded my Sam Mee when he was 23 years old. With a background in fine The post Antiques Trade Talks – The Antique Ring Boutique appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Imperial Russian treasures that survived Bolshevism emerge at Heritage May 17

Auction Central News

DALLAS — Heritage Auctions has announced Imperial Fabergé & Russian Works of Art, a Wednesday May 17 event dedicated to the country’s cultural history and output. From private collections, highlights include museum-quality works by Carl Fabergé made for the Imperial House of Romanoff, as well as Russian paintings, icons, porcelain, furniture, and Romanoff archival materials […] The post Imperial Russian treasures that survived Bolshevism emerge at Heritage May 17 appeared first on Auct

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The Barbershop Collection of James Carpenter

Maine Antique Digest

Freeman’s | Hindman, Cincinnati, Ohio Photos courtesy Freeman’s | Hindman The first installment of a two-part sale of the barbershop collection of James Carpenter (1929-2021) was held by Freeman’s | Hindman at the company’s Cincinnati location on January 30.

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One of Manet’s Final Paintings Makes an Ultra-Rare Appearance in New York

Artnet News

For a few more days, a luminous still life by the artist is on view at Sotheby's. On May 15, it will be sold. The post One of Manet’s Final Paintings Makes an Ultra-Rare Appearance in New York appeared first on Artnet News.

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Register to Attend SAA's Preconference Course

Society of American Archivists

In the lead-up to A RCHIVES*RECORDS 2024 , SAA Education is hosting Email Archiving in-person on August 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CT.

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Auction Prices Realized, May 2024

Maine Antique Digest

Here are a few notable prices of antiques sold recently at auction, as provided by press releases. All prices include the buyer’s premium when charged. We’re always looking for news of prices realized at auctions, particularly unusual or top lots. Send pictures, complete descriptions, and information to A.P.R.

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Revealed: This Season’s Auction Consignors, from Influential Financiers to a Storied Gallerist

Artnet News

Major pieces by Joan Mitchell, Frank Stella, and Julie Mehretu are headed to the block next week. The Art Detective knows who is sending them there. The post Revealed: This Season’s Auction Consignors, from Influential Financiers to a Storied Gallerist appeared first on Artnet News.

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American Archivist Calls for Articles on Archival Accessioning

Society of American Archivists

The American Archivist editorial board invites submissions for a special section in American Archivist illuminating the wide-ranging spectrum of archival accessioning practices in the archives field today.

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Howard Pyle’s illustrations brought the drama

Auction Central News

NEW YORK – Long before television and movies, magazines provided entertainment and a welcome escape from reality. Appearing on the pages of magazines such as Harper’s Monthly and Collier’s, Howard Pyle’s illustrations of colorful characters transformed adventure stories, making them cinematic decades before movies existed. “The broad appeal of Howard Pyle’s work is undeniable.

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February Sale Totals Nearly $1.1 Million

Maine Antique Digest

Thomaston Place Auction Galleries, Thomaston, Maine Photos courtesy Thomaston Place Auction Galleries Thomaston Place Auction Galleries’ three-day winter sale at its gallery in Thomaston, Maine, February 23 to 25, held some good American historical art treasures, various other artworks ranging from the 16th to the 21st centuries, and a host of attractive

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A.I. Flags Renoir and Monet Works As Fakes

Artnet News

The works are among 40 supposed counterfeits flagged by Art Recognition software. The post A.I. Flags Renoir and Monet Works As Fakes appeared first on Artnet News.

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Gold-Tone Vintage Costume Jewelry: Buy It or Leave it?

WorthPoint

Pair of 1990s clip earrings by Chanel in original box. Once upon a time, plain gold-tone pieces were the ugly stepsisters of the costume jewelry kingdom. I’d witness plain gold jewelry sit in brick-and-mortar shops and online venues for years, waiting to find someone who would love owning it. The good news is that times and tastes change; now, it’s much easier to market certain types and brands of plain gold-tone jewelry.

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Portrait of Philip the Good did great at Bonhams, claiming $253K

Auction Central News

LONDON – Although the original oil on wood panel is now lost, the portrait of Philip the Good (1396-1467), Duke of Burgundy, by the 15th-century Dutch painter Rogier van der Weyden, is known through workshop copies. The circumstances of the commission are uncertain, but, as Philip III is portrayed as middle-aged, it may have been one half of […] The post Portrait of Philip the Good did great at Bonhams, claiming $253K appeared first on Auction Central News.

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Stack’s Bowers Acquires World Banknote Auctions

Maine Antique Digest

Stack’s Bowers Galleries has acquired substantially all of the assets of World Banknote Auctions. Dennis Hengeveld, founder of World Banknote Auctions and a renowned authority in rare paper money and world coins, will join Stack’s Bowers Galleries’ team of specialists.

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‘A Plaything for Rich People and Fancy Museums’? Reevaluating Impressionism at 150

Artnet News

A number of exhibitions find new ways to look at this much-studied movement. The post ‘A Plaything for Rich People and Fancy Museums’? Reevaluating Impressionism at 150 appeared first on Artnet News.

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Famous Artwork: How 6 Iconic Paintings Became Famous

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Throughout history, millions of paintings have been created by some of the world’s most talented artists, yet only a fraction of them maintain long-lasting fame. This phenomenon sparks one of the art world’s most pressing questions: what does it take for a painting to capture the attention of worldwide audiences? Below, explore what makes famous artwork famous and the enigmatic stories behind six of the world’s most iconic pieces.

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Al Capone’s ‘Sweetheart’ Colt 1911.45 heads to the block for the first time at Richmond May 18

Auction Central News

GREENVILLE, SC — Named ‘Sweetheart’ for its undeniable reliability in saving his life numerous times, this Colt 1911 Government.45 ACP semi-automatic pistol belonging to legendary gangster Al Capone comes to market for the first time Saturday, May 18 at Richmond Auctions in an exclusive single-lot sale. The Colt dates to 1912, and is the […] The post Al Capone’s ‘Sweetheart’ Colt 1911.45 heads to the block for the first time at Richmond May 18 appeared first on Auct

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Art Forger Sentenced

Maine Antique Digest

Earl Marshawn Washington, 61, previously a resident of Honolulu, Key West, Las Vegas, and other places, has been sentenced to 52 months in prison for conspiracy to commit wire fraud and mail fraud. According to United States Attorney Gerard M.

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Kenny Schachter Reveals a $200 Million Basquiat Sale, the Best Work at Auction Next Week, and a Whole Lot More

Artnet News

In the second and final part of his 'Busted Disc Diaries,' our columnist dishes on behind-the-scenes deals, a $20 million car, and Inigo Philbrick's comeback tour. The post Kenny Schachter Reveals a $200 Million Basquiat Sale, the Best Work at Auction Next Week, and a Whole Lot More appeared first on Artnet News.

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Jewelry Appraisal Guide: Understand & Find Jewelry Appraisers

Invaluable

Plenty of people have jewelry they like to look at and to wear, but they might not know how much it’s worth. Maybe you inherited a collection of bracelets from a relative, or you found a few second-hand watches and don’t have the history of what you’ve bought. How much should you insure them for? Can you get a good price if you sell them? If you’re not a jewelry expert yourself, you need to get a professional appraisal to put a dollar figure on your most treasured pieces.

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Tony Bennett charts yet another hit with a 4X estimate sale at Julien’s

Auction Central News

NEW YORK — Julien’s Auctions‘ dispersal of the late Tony Bennett’s personal collection made four-times its presale estimate in an enduring testimony of the music legend’s popularity more than a year after his passing. Complete results for the sale, which was held on April 18-19, are available at LiveAuctioneers. The sale realized more than $2.1 […] The post Tony Bennett charts yet another hit with a 4X estimate sale at Julien’s appeared first on Auction Centra

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Suspects Arrested in Stansbury Home Burglary

Maine Antique Digest

On February 20 the Chico (California) Police Department was contacted regarding a burglary that occurred at the Stansbury Home, a historical landmark in Chico that contains artifacts and historical items. It was reported that thousands of dollars worth of antique items were stolen and the property was vandalized.

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The Hunt: Where in the World Did Nefertiti Go?

Artnet News

One archaeologist promises that her remains will be definitively identified this year. The post The Hunt: Where in the World Did Nefertiti Go? appeared first on Artnet News.

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Colour printing inventor’s artwork in National Trust house

Antique Collecting

A work of art seen by thousands of people every year in a historic house in Norfolk has been found The post Colour printing inventor’s artwork in National Trust house appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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Peerless antique toy and bank collection showcased at Bertoia May 18

Auction Central News

VINELAND, NJ — John and Adrienne Haley are English antique toy collectors who have spent more than 50 years networking with their American counterparts to find and sell the finest European toys. On Saturday, May 18, highlights from their top-tier collection will come to market at Bertoia Auctions. The 340-lot catalog is now available for […] The post Peerless antique toy and bank collection showcased at Bertoia May 18 appeared first on Auction Central News.

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25-Year-Old Coastal Maine Show Changes Location

Maine Antique Digest

The Maine Antiques Dealers Association (MADA) was recently informed that it could not hold its August Coastal Antiques Show at the usual location at the elementary school in Damariscotta because of upcoming building renovations.

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Art Bites: Salvador Dalí’s Nuclear Mysticism Phase

Artnet News

The theory was a reaction to the devastation wrought on Japan during World War II. The post Art Bites: Salvador Dalí’s Nuclear Mysticism Phase appeared first on Artnet News.

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The Car Collector Community Is Driven to Preserve

WorthPoint

This 1956 Cadillac , even needing restoration, is an essential reminder of what life was like in the mid-century. Despite cars being larger than the usual collectible, most owners always look for “one more” to add to their fleet. Jay Leno is a well-known car collector, but the average vintage car fan doesn’t have a Hollywood star’s space or budget.

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Two Russian icons sell for a combined sum of almost $1M at Hargesheimer

Auction Central News

DUSSELDORF, Germany – The sale at Hargesheimer Kunstauktionen on April 18 included an outstanding Russian icon and okled by Orest Kurlyukov. Made less than two decades before the Revolution forced the Moscow jewelers to close, it was in the 1890s that the firm founded by Kurlyukov Orest Fedorovich (1845-1916) in 1884 was at its peak, often […] The post Two Russian icons sell for a combined sum of almost $1M at Hargesheimer appeared first on Auction Central News.

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Vintage Elegance: Why Vintage Designer Bags are Worth It

Jerry's Antiques and Estates

Explore the realm of vintage elegance with us as we examine the enduring charm of old designer bags. Fashion fans and collectors have adored these legendary accessories for many years, representing sophistication and history that surpasses trends and seasons. Join us to examine the appeal of vintage designer bags and understand their value as an investment.

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Rediscovered Gems and Famous Showstoppers Shine at TEFAF New York

Artnet News

The art fair has alighted once again at the Park Avenue Armory, and we've rounded up a few not-to-be-missed art moments. The post Rediscovered Gems and Famous Showstoppers Shine at TEFAF New York appeared first on Artnet News.

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Curious Objects: A Precious 17th-Century Kleenex

The Magazine Antiques

Elena Kanagy-Loux, co-founder of the Brooklyn Lace Guild, talks Renaissance lace and all its wonders. The post <em>Curious Objects:</em> A Precious 17th-Century Kleenex appeared first on The Magazine Antiques. Curious Objects: A Precious 17th-Century Kleenex was first posted on May 8, 2024 at 3:37 pm. ©2021 " The Magazine Antiques " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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American trompe-l’oeil painting collection beguiles bidders at DuMouchelles May 16-17

Auction Central News

DETROIT, MI – Not just a trick of the eye, DuMouchelles’ sale on Thursday, May 16 and Friday, May 17 does include a private collection of a dozen American trompe-l’oeil paintings. The 12 oils come for sale from ‘a prominent Grosse Pointe Park collector of American art.’ Leading the lineup at $25,000-$35,000 is His Master’s […] The post American trompe-l’oeil painting collection beguiles bidders at DuMouchelles May 16-17 appeared first on Auction Central News.

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5 Hot Lots Coming to Auction in May

WorthPoint

A snake pin owned by a secretary of state, notable snuff bottles, Meissen ewers with celebrity provenance, vintage cameras, and elegant silver flatware are among the choice lots WorthPoint’s Industry Partners are offering in several May auctions. Freeman’s | Hindman , estimate: $200–$300. After Madeleine Albright (1937–2022) criticized Saddam Hussein when she was the US Ambassador to the United Nations, his poet-in-residence called her an “unparalleled serpent.

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New York’s Evening Auctions Will Be a Litmus Test for the Art Market. Here’s What to Watch For

Artnet News

Nearly $1 billion worth of art is set to go under the hammer next week during New York’s May evening auctions. Yet the mood around so-called “gigaweek” is somewhat subdued, the result of an ongoing market slump that has left sellers cautious—and auction houses nervous. The art market remains uncertain heading into this auction season […] The post New York’s Evening Auctions Will Be a Litmus Test for the Art Market.

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