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Insights on Auction Sales: Freddy Mercury’s Jacket, a Prehistoric Mug

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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. Take a look at his thoughts on a few of our partners’ recent sales. The item also exemplifies the rising demand for authentic punk-era artifacts, even in less-than-pristine shape.

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Revealed: how Van Gogh's nephew exchanged two of the artist's drawings for butter and bacon

The Art Newspaper

My Friend Van Gogh/Emile Bernard provides the first English translation of Bernard’s writings on Van Gogh (David Zwirner Books 2023, UK and US ). To contact Martin Bailey, please email vangogh@theartnewspaper.com Please note that he does not undertake authentications.

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Collecting Wimbledon   

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These often go for thousands of dollars, though any purchase will, of course, need authentication. A shirt worn by Roger Federer in the 2017 tournament went for a similar price at $12,360 in 2023. Graded, rare, and authenticated cards signed by legendary players will always fetch a lot of money.

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With the help of conservators, one of Van Gogh’s finest Arles landscapes will be heading to Japan

The Art Newspaper

My Friend Van Gogh/Emile Bernard provides the first English translation of Bernard’s writings on Van Gogh (David Zwirner Books 2023, UK and US ). To contact Martin Bailey, please email vangogh@theartnewspaper.com Please note that he does not undertake authentications.

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What Makes a Work of Art Timeless in an Age Obsessed with Now?

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Instead, timeless art is defined by emotional depth, human universality, and authentic insight that continues to be enjoyed centuries later. Take Frida Kahlo and her determination of spirit to produce art that has something true to say, the authenticity of her art has remained a constant and is what gives her art lasting value.

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Key player in Norval Morrisseau forgery ring pleads guilty

The Art Newspaper

White was identified as a central figure in one of these rings, involved in the manufacturing, marketing and sale of hundreds of fake Morrisseaus, some of which sold for tens of thousands of dollars. Rybak estimates there are still thousands of fake Morrisseau works at large in Europe and in China.

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eBay, Collectors Deal Includes Sale of Goldin Auctions

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In May 2023, Fanatics purchased PWCC , making a big jump forward in the trading card market after acquiring Topps a couple of years ago. Additionally, this year, Collectors officially acquired authentication and grading company SGC in February, a move echoed by Certified Collectibles Group’s acquisition of JSA in March.

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