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To help preserve her works, Cindy Sherman is offering to destroy and reprint old photographs

The Art Newspaper

It is the first initiative of its kind in photography and could set a new benchmark for legacy care among artists working in lens-based media. Eva Respini, the director of the Vancouver Art Gallery and a long-time curator of Sherman’s work, said: “The materiality of photographic works has long posed challenges for institutions.

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Art and Science Collide: The Beauty of Scientific Instruments Through the Ages

Invaluable

From the intricate designs and beautiful functionality of ancient astrolabes to the ornate craftsmanship of Renaissance telescopes, and the sleek modernism of personal cameras, the evolution of scientific instruments has provided a fascinating meeting point between aesthetic and functional precision through the ages.

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A Client's Guide For How to Take Photographs of Art and Antiques to Send to An Appraiser

Artifactual History Appraisal

The guide is informed by Elizabeth’s many years of work with her full-time photographer John Flandrick of Flandricka House Photography. Photograph by John Flandrick, Flandricka House Photography 2. It’s a pleasure to share her original work here so that it will accessible to assist an even broader audience.

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This Week in Thrifting: Which Mugs Should You Thrift?

WorthPoint

Even though thrift stores seem oversaturated with mugs, I saw one mug material that piqued my interest and stood out from the rest of the designs on the shelf: milk glass. There’s something about the style and the sense of age that comes with this material. To see the full scope of our findings, check out the full episode.

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Strategies for Investing in Art Over Time

Antiques Dealer

This can involve collecting works from emerging artists alongside established names and investing in a range of mediums, including painting, sculpture, and photography. When evaluating the condition of a work, it’s important to consider factors such as age, materials, and any restoration work that has been undertaken.

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WorthPoint Indices: Movie Stills

WorthPoint

click to expand) A Glossy Glimpse into Hollywood’s Golden Age Movie stills, also known as production and publicity stills, are photographs captured either on or off of film sets during production. Some of the most popular movie stills are those from the Golden Age of Hollywood, i.e., the 1920s through the 1950s.

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The Enduring Allure of Small Artworks

Michael Rose Fine Art

Some of the most treasured artworks of the middle ages were tapestries that could be rolled and taken away. For those looking to learn more about this tradition of these small ivory reliefs, the Courtauld Institute’s Gothic Ivories Project is a remarkable storehouse for research and photography. mid1300’s, carved ivory, 10.5