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Crystal Bridges Museum and Art Bridges receive 90 works of contemporary Indigenous art in landmark acquisition

The Art Newspaper

The acquisition is part of Crystal Bridges’ larger collecting strategy of expanding its holdings in craft and Indigenous art. Prior to this latest haul, pieces by Native artists only comprised 3% of the museum’s total collection.

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Indights on Auction Sales: Spider-Man Comic, Rock and Roll Love

WorthPoint

This early to mid-20th century rattle, carved and painted in a classic raven form, was a stunning example of Native art. My favorite piece of the day was a Northwest ceremonial dance rattle , which sold for $3,375 at Pook & Pook. Rock-n-Roll Love Triangle A custom-designed wedding kimono sold for just $360 at Casco Bay Auctions.

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