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Adam Lindemann opens exhibition of 19th-century African sculpture and contemporary Black abstraction

The Art Newspaper

The dealer brings together five Urhobo sculptures for the first time in the US in an exhibition at his private residence on Manhattan's Upper East Side

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The Golden Age of Coin Collecting: Navigating the 2025 Precious Metals Market

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

Remember when your grandpa’s dusty coin collection seemed like nothing more than a quirky hobby? Well, grab your loupe and polish your monocle, because 2025 is shaping up to be a numismatist’s dream come true. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just dipping your toes into the glittering world of precious metals, this guide will help you navigate the ins and outs of gold and silver coins, bullion appraisals, and everything in between.

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From Africa to the Arctic Circle, this public artwork is stampeding into cities with a cry for climate action

The Art Newspaper

The Herds is an expanding throng of life-sized moveable animal sculpturesand it succeeds where many ostensibly green projects fail

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Up To Eleven: Collecting Guitar Amps

WorthPoint

Well, its one louder, isnt it? These go to eleven. So said guitarist Nigel Tuffnel of his specially made Marshall amplifier in the classic spoof rockumentary movie Spinal Tap. But amps are not just for rocking stage musiciansanyone with an interest in music can collect them. From amateur armchair guitarists whose only audience is the pet dog to small-time players, amps are available to cover a whole range of needs.

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A New Home for American Classicism

The Magazine Antiques

For decades, Kelly and Randall Schrimsher have acquired the best of the best in early nineteenth-century American furniture. Now, much of their collection has a period-appropriate showcase in Charleston, South Carolina. The post A New Home for American Classicism appeared first on The Magazine Antiques. A New Home for American Classicism was first posted on May 14, 2025 at 2:42 pm. ©2021 " The Magazine Antiques " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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At Christie’s, $13.6 Million Marlene Dumas Painting Sets New Record for Living Woman Artist at Auction

Artnet News

The house pulled in $96.5 million at its 21st-century evening sale, a jump from last year. The post At Christie’s, $13.6 Million Marlene Dumas Painting Sets New Record for Living Woman Artist at Auction appeared first on Artnet News.

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Great Discoveries: Antique Perfume Bottle Found at New Jersey Beach

WorthPoint

Antique perfume bottle found at a New Jersey beach Image Source: Wildwood Video Archive Jenny Altman Harris recently visited a beach in Ocean City, New Jersey, and took a stroll during low tide. Along the way, Harris saw something glimmering in the sand. “When I approached it, I couldn’t believe my eyes,” she told Wildwood Video Archive.

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Marlene Dumas sets new record for living female artist at auction

The Art Newspaper

Her towering, semi-nude painting from 1997, "Miss January", made $13.

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The Timeless Allure of Ming Dynasty Porcelain: A Collector’s Dream

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

When it comes to antique porcelain, few treasures captivate collectors and historians quite like the exquisite pieces from China’s Ming dynasty. These precious artifacts, crafted between 1368 and 1644 CE, represent the pinnacle of ceramic artistry and continue to mesmerize enthusiasts worldwide. Let’s dive into the fascinating world of Ming porcelain and discover why these items remain some of the most sought-after antiques in existence.

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More than 160 Tutankhamun treasures have arrived at the Grand Egyptian Museum

The Art Newspaper

Conservation work will be carried out on on key objects ahead of the museum's long awaited launch on 3 July

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5 Must-See Standouts From Photo London 2025

Artnet News

Photography-lovers are flocking to Somerset House for the popular fair's 10th edition. The post 5 Must-See Standouts From Photo London 2025 appeared first on Artnet News.

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Marlene Dumas’s $13.6m semi-nude breaks auction record for a living female artist

The Art Newspaper

Women rescued Christies otherwise quiet 21st century evening sale in New York, which also set a new auction high-water mark for Simone Leigh

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Four Decades of Olde Hope

The Magazine Antiques

It may be worth noting on the fortieth anniversary of one of the treasures of the American antiques business, that the portraits, painted furniture, weathervanes, and quilts they purvey at Olde Hope Antiques are, in an important sense, emblems of the owners belief in bedrock values of our democracy. The post Four Decades of Olde Hope appeared first on The Magazine Antiques.

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How the Argentine president's war on history is threatening art spaces

The Art Newspaper

After effectively shutting down two cultural centres, Javier Milei appears to have the ESMA Museum, a Unesco World Heritage Site, in his sights

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Estate Appraisal Tips from the Digital Legacy Podcast – Insights with Ray from ValuePros

ValuePros Appraisal Services

Hi, Ray here from ValuePros Appraisers. I recently had the opportunity to join Niki Weiss , host of the Digital Legacy Podcast , to talk about estate appraisal, planning and downsizing. It was a fantastic conversation about something thats both personal and professional for meand for the families we work with every day. The episode dives into both the emotional and practical side of estate appraisal , especially the importance of acting early instead of waiting for a crisis.

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Metropolitan Museum receives 6,500 works from photography collector Artur Walther

The Art Newspaper

The promised gift from Walther and the Walther Family Foundation includes photographs, albums and time-based works by artists including Malick Sibid, Ai Weiwei, Thomas Struth, Stephen Shore and others

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Discovering the Value of Antique Art Prints and Lithographs

Sarasota Antique Buyers

We’ve all been there. You’re exploring your grandma’s attic or browsing an antique shop when you find an old print that catches your attention. Could it hold a hidden gem? Could it be a long-lost Picasso? Could it simply be a well-preserved replica? Please prepare your magnifying glass and detective hat as we are about to explore the fascinating world of antique art prints and lithographs.

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Despite record-breaking results for four women artists, Phillips’s evening auction in New York sparks few fireworks

The Art Newspaper

The auction brought in a hammer total of $44.

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'The Mediterranean Blue' Diamond Lives Up to Pre-Auction Hype, Fetches $21MM

Jewelry Judge

The 10.03-carat “Mediterranean Blue” lived up to its pre-auction hype at Sotheby’s Geneva on Tuesday, selling for an impressive $21.3 million following a fast-paced, live-streamed bidding war. Introduced as Lot 602 at 6:50 p.m. local time (12:50 p.m. EST), the Fancy Vivid Blue diamond headlined the evening sale. Two phone bidders engaged in a spirited three-minute exchange that included 13 individual offers.

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Extended from one volume to three, the new ‘Taste and the Antique’ expands on four centuries of interactions with sculpture

The Art Newspaper

The essential guide now includes colour photographs of 95 works

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By the Numbers: Phillips’s Anticlimactic Modern and Contemporary Art Sale Totals $52 million

Artnet News

Here are the stats behind the spin. The post By the Numbers: Phillips’s Anticlimactic Modern and Contemporary Art Sale Totals $52 million appeared first on Artnet News.

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The Art of Stave Churches: Norway’s Wooden Masterpieces

Invaluable

Nestled within the misty valleys and pine-covered hills of the Norwegian countryside lie nearly 1,000-year-old medieval wooden wonders that wouldnt look out of place in a fantasy epic. Fusing Viking craftsmanship, Christian iconography, and Norse mythology, only 28 of the original 1,000 plus stave churches survive and today they stand as elegant, curious, and beautiful portals to another world.

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Why David Guez Paints With Instinct, Not Instruction

Artnet News

The artist discusses his unique approach and understanding of abstraction, and the "silent force" of inspiration. The post Why David Guez Paints With Instinct, Not Instruction appeared first on Artnet News.