Artnet News

MAY 30, 2024

In this edition of "Source Material," the Haitian-Canadian artist takes us behind the scenes of his recent projects. The post From the Film Set to the Mosaic Studio With Artist Manuel Mathieu appeared first on Artnet News.

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The Art Newspaper

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Artists and organisations across the creative industries have come out in opposition to the practice of AI firms training their technology with copyrighted, unlicensed material

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The Art Newspaper

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The new document gives tips on the different ways in which artists can make a positive impact on the environment—with sections including materials, exhibition and display, and activism

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Art Appraisal Resources

SEPTEMBER 15, 2019

Current tax laws only allow artists to write off the expenses spent on the physical art supplies. Only donate to the charities or organizations you already support Split the proceeds with the non-profit 50 - 50 - this is in alignment with current artist gallery agreements and is a fair to both the artist and the non-profit.

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Artnet News

MAY 25, 2024

In this edition of 'Source Material,' the Japanese artist takes us on an intimate tour behind her national pavilion at the Venice Biennale. The post From Venetian Fruit Stands to the Tokyo Underground with Yuko Mohri appeared first on Artnet News.

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Auction Central News

AUGUST 20, 2024

.‘s Sunday, August 25 sale titled Tattoo, Circus, Sideshow, & Curiosities features 305 lots of historic tattoo material, with a claim that it represents the largest such grouping ever assembled for auction. The sale also includes sideshow materials that are currently red-hot in the auction marketplace.

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JULY 17, 2024

How Visual Artists Became Jewelry Artists Jewelry-making and art share a long, interwoven history, but it wasn’t until the 20th century that artists discovered the true potential of jewelry as another form of expression. Ray also leveraged the medium to further explore the artistic preoccupations of his career.

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Artnet News

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

For this "Source Material," she recounts her inspiring journey to the island of Ponza. The post Artist Witt Fetter Connects With Cerulean and the Spirit of Paul Thek on an Italian Isle appeared first on Artnet News. In her new solo show, the Brooklyn-based painter translates pop culture and modern life in her charming work.

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Artnet News

JUNE 20, 2024

In this edition of "Source Material," the artist known for her surrealist and fantastical paintings takes us to a few equally magical corners of Europe. The post Exploring a 15th-Century Monster Park and Balthus’s Studio with Painter Ariana Papademetropoulos appeared first on Artnet News.

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JULY 29, 2024

Slip into this elegant world of molten media as we indulge in a closer look at the key makers and the stories that led to their creative and captivating designs. Responding to this modern turn, Art Nouveau (literally “New Art”) sought to branch out from earlier artistic traditions.

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Mark Hill

APRIL 8, 2024

Early in 2020, I bid on and bought a mid-century modern abstract oil on board painting at auction totally sight-unseen, because it looked like it might be the work of an artist I collect right now. Stupid, I know, for all the reasons and especially stupid because, when I went to collect it, it wasn’t by the artist I collect at all.

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Artnet News

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The celebrated Italian artistic era—deeply focused on ephemeral materials—is neither cheap nor easy to acquire. The post With a Blockbuster Arte Povera Show in Town, Dealers at Art Basel Paris Cash In on Famously Hard-to-Sell Movement appeared first on Artnet News.

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Art Appraisal Resources

AUGUST 29, 2023

The appraiser will assess its condition, size, materials and overall condition. The appraiser will then research the artist, provenance, exhibition history and market trends related to the artwork and similar pieces. Art Appraisal for Artists Fine artists can also benefit from getting their own artworks appraised.

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OCTOBER 16, 2024

From the earliest forms introduced in the 17th century that borrowed from European traditions to the 18th-century examples that showcased American makers forging their own path, colonial American silver set the bar high for those who followed. Join us to explore this rich artistic tradition through its history and core makers.

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OCTOBER 28, 2024

Societal shifts, combined with technological advances in mechanical reproduction, left some artists and designers to lament the loss of the artful hand-craftsmanship that had guided design for previous generations. These ideas were soon absorbed by American makers to great excitement. Charles Limbert – Long-Arm Rocking Chair.

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The Art Newspaper

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The show at Turner Contemporary features works made from organic materials that rot, wither and stinkbut there is new growth being fostered too

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OCTOBER 14, 2024

What is Modernism art and which artists embraced the movement? In this article, we explore the rich tapestry of Modernism and how this period championed a new order in artistic expression. One common characteristic of modernism was self-consciousness regarding art and social traditions, leading artists to experiment with form.

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JULY 15, 2024

Decorative flourishes were set aside in favor of humble presentation and maximum efficiency of materials. Universal Utility Closely aligning form and function, Shaker designs needed to reflect ultimate utility. Connection to Nature Much of Shaker design tended to rely upon natural materials like oak, maple, cedar, and birch.

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APRIL 24, 2024

From self-taught artists to delightful wood carvings and intricate quilting and textile makers, American folk art encapsulates the spirit of a nation and the legacies handed down across its history. Natural Materials Many examples of American folk art also rely upon organic media. Evans & Associates (June 2014).

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APRIL 24, 2024

From self-taught artists to delightful wood carvings and intricate quilting and textile makers, American folk art encapsulates the spirit of a nation and the legacies handed down across its history. Natural Materials Many examples of American folk art also rely upon organic media. Evans & Associates (June 2014).

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Artnet News

OCTOBER 19, 2024

In this 'Source Material' Suchitra Mattai shares how Indian sculpture and vintage finds all shapes her work rooted in diaspora. The post Suchitra Mattai Creates ‘New Mythologies’ While Retracing the Footsteps of Her Ancestors appeared first on Artnet News.

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Artnet News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

In this edition of "Source Material," Raven Halfmoon takes us to Indigenous earthworks in Ohio, to visit her horses, and more. The post How Raven Halfmoon Channels Indigenous History and Identity Into Her Monumental Sculptures appeared first on Artnet News.

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Elsinore Gallery

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Artist Biography I was born In Vanport, Oregon, and I am a woman named Cameron. I decided to center on my skills as a photographer and fabric artist. I was asked to be the Featured Artist at the Salem Art Fair and Festival in 2011 and had my felt shawls in the Clay Ball Auctions for three years. I am a self taught artist.

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Artifactual History Appraisal

MAY 6, 2020

Silverplate is often thicker and heavier than sterling Age Style (for example, Nouveau is valuable, Rococo Revival less so) Famous makers (such as Tiffany) or retailed from a famous shop (for example Liberty or Cartier) Weight in troy ounces (this is different from regular ounces. Note the thickness of hollowware. Do you see kiln marks?

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The Art Newspaper

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The artists Rob and Nick Carter sold Bronze Oak Grove to the London institution for just the price of the materials they used to make it

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The Art Newspaper

MAY 14, 2024

Exhibition at Gagosian aims to show the “correspondence or unity of material among the three of them,” says its curator

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DECEMBER 30, 2024

In an unprecedented move, artists utilized systems that could generate works of art with little interference from the artist. Critics argue that because the artist relinquishes physical control of their work by letting a machine complete it, the finished product is far from art. Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

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OCTOBER 2, 2024

Botanical illustrations offer a unique combination of scientific study and artistic allure. Pietro Andrea Mattioli – 4 folios from “Commentaries on the Six Books of Pedacius Dioscorides Anazarbeus on Medical Material,” 1565. Sold for $60 USD via Ripley Auctions (February 2024).

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Astor Galleries

MARCH 20, 2023

Vintage costume jewelry refers to jewelry that was made between the 1920s and 1980s, which is now considered to be a collectible item due to its historical and artistic value. It was also frequently produced by high-end fashion designers and jewelry makers, such as Coco Chanel, Christian Dior, and Miriam Haskell, among others.

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WorthPoint

MAY 4, 2024

Snuff bottles, which measure between one-and-a-half and three inches high, are admired by collectors for their fine craftsmanship, intricate symbolism, and clever use of every imaginable type of material. The German company Meissen , the first porcelain manufacturer in Europe, is one of the most popular and sought-after porcelain makers.

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AUGUST 28, 2024

With this Chinese ceramic material, doll makers could finally create intricately painted faces, lifelike features, and beautifully constructed clothing. You can also examine the doll for artist signatures or maker’s marks, manufacturer marks or other details that can help you identify it.

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MAY 13, 2024

Opulent Materials Jules Leleu – A Shagreen, Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Sideboard. Contrasting the simple shapes of Art Deco designs were the luxurious materials that often augmented these forms. Extravagant materials typically joined rich tones and decorative details to contribute to the sumptuous ornamentation of Art Deco designs.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

It was during the fervent period of European cultural, artistic, political and economic boom that defined the Renaissance that really established the art of intarsia though. Napoleon’s favourite cabinet- maker Giuseppe Maria Bonzanigo was one of the most appreciated ebonist in the world, who used a variety of woods, including pear tree.

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JULY 8, 2024

Join us as we return to this golden era of American design and explore some of the context and core makers that contributed to its magnificence and enduring cultural impact. In addition, renowned institutions like the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts became leading centers for artistic innovation in response to European painting trends.

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Michael Rose Fine Art

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The market for fine art is ever-evolving and while most news about the gallery field focuses on blue chip outposts in major cosmopolitan centers the vast majority of working artists operate within their own regional communities dotted around the United States. Artists are constantly seeking new venues to show and sell their work.

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AUGUST 6, 2024

These giveaways mostly ended when changes in banking regulations limited a bank’s ability to give expensive promotional materials to customers. Coin banks were also made from different materials, such as cast iron, metal, ceramic, chalkware, or plastic. Some of these makers include Banthrico , Duro Mold & Manufacturing , and A.C.

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AUGUST 26, 2024

Not merely ingenious tools of precision and accuracy, these instruments are also celebrated for their artistic qualities. The fine craftsmanship and artistic qualities of an orrery weren’t lost on Alexander Calder , whose interpretation took form and function into the realms of high art and sold for $2,434,500 at Christie’s in 2010.

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