American artist photographer and film director Cindy Sherman (1954, –) is currently being celebrated at home. Let me clarify this : celebrated in the lead museum of New York, the MOMA. Till mid-June. Sherman, Contemporary Master of Socially Critical Photography Cindy Sherman is recognized as one of the most important and influential contemporary artist of […]
Eve Leader, Canadian Artist Extraordinaire
Represented (currently) by Granville Fine Art gallery, Contemporary artist Eve Leader has stood her ground on the Canadian passage of change toward truly innovative art. Canadian art has been so long synonym with either Aboriginal Art or
Angelica Kauffman ~ Historical Painter, ahead of her time
Angelica Kauffman was one of the most successful and internationally celebrated artists of the 18th century. Swiss/British, 1741-1807 Kauffman achieved extraordinary recognition for a female artist of her day, thanks to her talent and open-minded father who taught her painting… Angelica Kauffman was a child prodigy. it was her exceptional talent that encouraged her father, […]
Art 42 Basel (2011)
It’s coming up: Art Basil – time. Time to book your ticket for Switzerland, if you haven’t yet, is today. The world league art show in Basil will start June 14, 2011, and continue till June 19. As per previous years, Art Basil has a wide range of contemporary art disciplines that it aims to […]
Francis Bacon Painting Sale
Did you read CBC News today? Things like this just makes me sad. A painting by Francis Bacon or any other artist of $40 million is only worth $40 million if someone is willing to pay $40 million. Such is the nature of an art auction. It would seem reasonable for Christie to offer to […]
Sculpture Objects & Functional Art Fair in April: Sweet Spot in New York to Visit
The 12th edition of the Sculpture Objects & Functional Art Fair (SOFA) in New York City is poised to present a great range of arts and design of value in today’s international markets. The show is scheduled for April 16-19, 2009 with an Opening Preview Gala on Wednesday, April 15 at the historic Park Avenue […]
Iconic Degas Sculpture ‘Petite Danseuse de Quatorze Ans’ On the Market
The important & iconic sculpture Petite danseuse de quatorze ans by impressionist artist Edgar Degas will be offered for sale in Sotheby’s next Art Evening Auction of Impressionist and Modern Art in London on the 3rd of February 2009. Article Update February 3, 2009: The Degas sculpture was sold for £13,257,250, far exceeding pre-auction estimates […]
Sotheby’s and Christie’s – Are They in Conflict of Intrests with the Natural Art Market? – part 2
I would like to reiterate my ‘warning’ posted at part 1 of the article: this is an unusual rant/rave article, that nonetheless gives an insight in the functioning of the art market. I therefore consider it relevant for publication. Personally I am neutral in the conflict. Further, this situation is now a few years old, […]
Sotheby’s and Christie’s – Are They in Conflict of Intrests with the Natural Art Market? – part 1
Warning: the below article is a ‘rant and rave’-article, which you will not usually find on this site. I do however consider it a worthwhile read for all art investors to help better understand the art market, including art auctions. Besides which, it’s not a bad read to boot! By Gerard Van Weyenbergh “Are Sotheby’s […]
Los Angeles Art Show Joined by Annual Los Angeles Fine Print Fair
The Art World Comes to Los Angeles The Los Angeles Art Show, one of the most prestigious expositions in America, is proud to present the 13th annual exhibition showcasing a myriad of fine art from the 17th century to the present. In addition, this year the Los Angeles Art Show will be joined by the […]