Harry Geoffrey Beasley (1881-1939), heir to the North Kent Brewery in Plumstead, took an early interest in ethnography. A collecting obsession that began at the age of 13 with the acquisition of two clubs from the Solomon Islands has grown over a lifetime to number around 10,000 artifacts from around …
Read More »Fine art on feather – The New Indian Express
By Express press service KOCHI: Most artists think that when it comes to art, the sky is the limit. Lagmi Menon really believes in it. For this young artist, the surface of the medium is never a limit when it comes to making art – whether it’s a dal seed, …
Read More »The Petworth Park Antiques and Fine Art Fair is back
The Petworth Park Antiques and Fine Arts Fair is set to return to Petworth House this year. SUS-221002-140925001 From Friday May 13 to Sunday May 15, the Petworth Park Antiques and Fine Arts Fair will return to the grounds of Petworth House. Some 60 exhibitors will join us from across …
Read More »10 of the best places to find them
Are you looking for that specific vintage armchair that fits perfectly in your living room or just want a relaxing time to see what antiques you can find? Well, you’re in luck… At Secret London we love a good market, and we’re lucky to have so many in our capital. …
Read More »Finally, a good use for NFTs: Preserving Street Art
Last June, six artists—Jet Martinez, Wolfe Pack, Vogue, Joshua Mays, Bud Snow and Ruff Draft—entered the fifth floor of Oakland’s most iconic building: the Tribune Tower. Once inside, they painted and installed murals over 10,000 square feet of empty walls. The pieces ranged in style and subject matter from Wolfe …
Read More »Neue Auctions’ Winter Antiques & Art Online Auction on Saturday February 19 features over 300 carefully selected lots
Rare Magic Realism oil painting by British artist Mark Lancelot Symons (1887-1935), titled Moving Day, circa 1929-1930, depicting his daughter in her empty room. Fans of Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881-1973) will be treated to an aquatint of The Moving Sands (1964) by the artist, published in 1966, by a painter …
Read More »Junji Ito rings in the New Year with twisted new art
Junji Ito’s work as a manga artist has produced some of the scariest stories published in the fiction world, with the mangaka featuring terrifying creatures and storylines that have caused many nightmares over the decades. Now, to help celebrate the New Year and celebrate “the year of the tiger” according …
Read More »Free art park in Clifton NJ appeals to families
CLIFTON – Many residents who visit the town’s municipal complex are aware of part of its history: that its charming buildings were converted from the barns and outbuildings of an American animal quarantine station that once occupied the site . But few know the history of the sculptures that make …
Read More »Today’s Gospel in Art: The Slaughter of the Innocent
Le Massacre des Innocents, by Pieter Breughel the Elder, 1565-66, © The Royal Collection, The King’s Closet, Windsor Castle Source: Christian art Gospel of December 28, 2021 – Matthew 2: 13-18After the departure of the wise men, the angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and said: …
Read More »Nature and art: discussion on the city
Matthieu Méhan is Director of Academic Programs at Hillsdale College in Washington, DC, and Assistant Professor of Government at the Van Andel Graduate School of Government. He is also the author of two children’s books (both illustrated by John Folley): Mr. Mehan’s Slightly Amusing Mythical Mammals and the recently published …
Read More »Did Chavismo kill the Museum of Contemporary Art in Caracas?
Report Did Chavismo kill the Museum of Contemporary Art in Caracas? Among other news, Sergio Monsalve denounced the imminent and definitive closure of the Museum of Contemporary Art of Caracas and warned that its facilities are in very poor condition. Naky soto December 14, 2021 Sergio Monsalve, president of the …
Read More »Granville Business Helps Connect Older Foster Children With Furniture
Older people who downsize their homes often have too much, and adolescents who leave foster homes often do not have enough. A local organization saw the two problems as one solution. Through a partnership with an organization supporting children and foster families, a Granville-based company helps older people downsize their …
Read More »Granville Business Helps Connect Older Foster Children to Furniture
Samantha Stearns’ business, Songbird Transitions, started in 2016 after returning to Ohio with her husband. Through a partnership with an organization supporting children and foster families, a Granville-based company helps older people downsize their homes and donate some of their belongings to children leaving the foster care system. âWe are …
Read More »Antiques: The Fascinating History of Coca Cola
I actually enjoyed it so much that I also had a dry February. The following year, because so many people were drying out in January, I stayed wet, well wet is probably a better description. This year I am faced with a dilemma, as our Christmas guest list runs until …
Read More »Monday night my homework for antiques | Thomasville weather
Click here to listen to this article! I consider Monday night to be my homework night. I still watch the Antiques Roadshow on PBS. I learn something each time even though the episodes are reruns. It was there that I learned that there is a collector for every object known …
Read More »Home art | Clarion Peninsula
Craftsmen from the Central Peninsula helped usher in the holiday season on Saturday at the Soldotna Holiday Bazaar held at the Soldotna Regional Sports Complex. Michelle Ravenmoon, who makes Dena’ina art, showcased earrings, ornaments, dreamcatchers and knitted textiles. She said she left Lake Iliamna last year and was testing the …
Read More »10 best album art chosen by Brandon Boyd from Incubus
As the year draws to a close, Incubus frontman Brandon Boyd focuses on his solo music, announcing that his final solo effort, Echoes and cocoons, should arrive next spring. Coinciding with this announcement, we also have new music with the song and video for “Pocket Knife” arriving, with artwork for …
Read More »Marston Luce: Fine Antiques in the Heart of Georgetown
By Maddie Rennyson “Elegant, sublime and humble” is how Marston Luce describes the antique store that bears his name. Located at 1651 Wisconsin Avenue, NW Marston Luce is full of unique decorative antiques that Luce collects himself. He has a house near Bordeaux, and is a frequent visitor to France, …
Read More »Triple R Gallery in Portage Park seeks to fill a void and give more visibility to local artists
PORTAGE PARK – For years artist Riah Dunton dreamed of opening his own gallery to help other designers show their work. After scouting for spots in the Portage Park area, Dunton settled into a cozy storefront at 5031 W. Montrose Ave. and opens Triple R Gallery this week. The gallery …
Read More »Collect stunning original works of art by artists from the Kawarthas region and beyond at the “It’s All About ART” online auction
Peterborough Art Gallery’s ‘It’s All About ART’ online auction from November 5-20, 2021 features works by over 50 artists as well as unique art experiences, such as a behind-the-scenes tour from the Gallery, a workshop with Peterborough glass and stone sculptor Christy Haldane, and more. Pictured is “Night Shift” by …
Read More »Art donated to raise funds for self-injury awareness for all
Over 150 artists from Cumbria donated over 250 pieces of art for an art sale to raise money for a self-harm charity. The money raised will go to Self-Harm Awareness For All (SAFA). SAFA President Ian Burns speaks out to help raise awareness of the full spectrum of self-harm. He …
Read More »How antiques are returned to their country of origin and why there is still a long way to go
A highlight of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to the United States was the return of over 150 works of art and antiques by US authorities that had been stolen in India. This follows Australia’s return in July of a pile of items that were illegally removed from India. …
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