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#art-market

4 hours ago

Arts

Art trade seeks answers on when, where and how Trump's tariffs could hit

The 90-day tariff pause is causing uncertainty in the art market, leading to hesitation among buyers and sellers.

Canada news

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14 hours ago

Canada's art market takes a nationalist turn amid trade war with US

Nationalism is influencing the Canadian art market positively, especially for prominent figures like Jean Paul Riopelle.

#market-trends

Miscellaneous

Sotheby's made $6bn in 2024-but sales dropped for second consecutive year

Sotheby's auction sales plummeted 23% in 2024 influenced by global market challenges, but private sales thrived amid this downturn.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

20 hours ago

Arts

End of investment art? Why the bottom of the market flourishing

Despite a 12% overall market decline in 2024, lower-end art sales show growth, indicating a shift in collector behavior.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

NYC music

New York print fairs see new energy and an influx of young collectors

Prints and works on paper are thriving in the current art market downturn, attracting new collectors.

Miscellaneous

Sotheby's made $6bn in 2024-but sales dropped for second consecutive year

Sotheby's auction sales plummeted 23% in 2024 influenced by global market challenges, but private sales thrived amid this downturn.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

20 hours ago

Arts

End of investment art? Why the bottom of the market flourishing

Despite a 12% overall market decline in 2024, lower-end art sales show growth, indicating a shift in collector behavior.

NYC music

New York print fairs see new energy and an influx of young collectors

Prints and works on paper are thriving in the current art market downturn, attracting new collectors.

more#market-trends

fromwww.theguardian.com

1 day ago

I didn't know they existed': US exhibition highlights rarely seen Picasso artwork

Exhibiting Picasso involves high costs but can significantly boost a gallery's prestige and visitor engagement.

Women in technology

2 days ago

Older women artists go it alone as new report reveals how the traditional art world is failing them

Women artists are bypassing traditional art institutions and selling directly to collectors, driven by lack of support from galleries and museums.

#contemporary-art

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Jack Vettriano, immensely popular artist whose market success reflected 'an appetite for the glamorous', has died, aged 73

Jack Vettriano, renowned Neo-Realist artist, passed away at 73, leaving behind a legacy of nostalgic and romantic art that offered escapism.

fromVulture

It's One Banana, Michael. What Could It Cost? $6.2 Million?

The sale of a banana taped to a wall for $6.2 million exemplifies the absurdity in the valuation of modern art.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Going bananas: Duct-taped fresh fruit sells for millions at Sotheby's

Cattelan's 'Comedian' raises questions about art's value and perception, selling for $6.2 million at Sotheby's.

London

The Year Ahead 2025: market predictions, the big shows and openings-podcast

The art market in 2025 will be shaped by major exhibitions and new museum openings, making it vital for art enthusiasts.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

3 days ago

NYC music

How Hauser & Wirth Took Over N.Y.C.'s Museums This Spring

Hauser & Wirth is currently dominating New York's museum exhibitions with leading contemporary artists, marking a pivotal influence in the art market.

Design

1-54 Marrakech fair opens with strong sales and a spotlight on Morocco's growing art scene

The 1-54 Contemporary African Art fair focuses on promoting African artists and their diaspora.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Jack Vettriano, immensely popular artist whose market success reflected 'an appetite for the glamorous', has died, aged 73

Jack Vettriano, renowned Neo-Realist artist, passed away at 73, leaving behind a legacy of nostalgic and romantic art that offered escapism.

fromVulture

It's One Banana, Michael. What Could It Cost? $6.2 Million?

The sale of a banana taped to a wall for $6.2 million exemplifies the absurdity in the valuation of modern art.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Going bananas: Duct-taped fresh fruit sells for millions at Sotheby's

Cattelan's 'Comedian' raises questions about art's value and perception, selling for $6.2 million at Sotheby's.

London

The Year Ahead 2025: market predictions, the big shows and openings-podcast

The art market in 2025 will be shaped by major exhibitions and new museum openings, making it vital for art enthusiasts.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

3 days ago

NYC music

How Hauser & Wirth Took Over N.Y.C.'s Museums This Spring

Hauser & Wirth is currently dominating New York's museum exhibitions with leading contemporary artists, marking a pivotal influence in the art market.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Design

1-54 Marrakech fair opens with strong sales and a spotlight on Morocco's growing art scene

The 1-54 Contemporary African Art fair focuses on promoting African artists and their diaspora.

more#contemporary-art

Highlights From Art Basel Miami Beach 2024

Miami Art Week serves as a crucial barometer for the art market's health and trends.

Despite declining auction prices, Miami's art scene featured evocative pieces and financial opportunities.

Arts

David Geffen files countersuit against Justin Sun as collectors' fight over $78m Giacometti escalates

David Geffen countersued Justin Sun over a $78.4 million sculpture, alleging Sun's claims are fraudulent.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Highlights From Art Basel Miami Beach 2024

Miami Art Week serves as a crucial barometer for the art market's health and trends.

Despite declining auction prices, Miami's art scene featured evocative pieces and financial opportunities.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Arts

David Geffen files countersuit against Justin Sun as collectors' fight over $78m Giacometti escalates

David Geffen countersued Justin Sun over a $78.4 million sculpture, alleging Sun's claims are fraudulent.

more#sculpture

#antiquities

Arsenal

Qatari sheikh wins case against Phoenix Ancient Art over allegedly forged antiquity

Sheikh Hamad Bin Abdullah al-Thani won a legal battle over a disputed antiquity, while Phoenix Ancient Art plans to appeal amid allegations of forgery.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Europe news

Leonardo Patterson, Disgraced Dealer in Latin American Artifacts, Dies at 82

Leonardo Patterson transitioned from rural poverty in Costa Rica to a controversial force in the antiquities market before his downfall due to proven allegations.

Arsenal

Qatari sheikh wins case against Phoenix Ancient Art over allegedly forged antiquity

Sheikh Hamad Bin Abdullah al-Thani won a legal battle over a disputed antiquity, while Phoenix Ancient Art plans to appeal amid allegations of forgery.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Europe news

Leonardo Patterson, Disgraced Dealer in Latin American Artifacts, Dies at 82

Leonardo Patterson transitioned from rural poverty in Costa Rica to a controversial force in the antiquities market before his downfall due to proven allegations.

more#antiquities

2 weeks ago

Marketing tech

New app for antiques dealers hopes to make streamlining inventory 'less daunting'

Ronati Studio offers a comprehensive inventory management tool for antiques dealers, enhancing efficiency in acquiring and reselling art and antiques.

#cultural-policy

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

2 weeks ago

Trump turns on museums and libraries, the art market's 12% fall, Evie Hone and Mainie Jellett-podcast

Federal agencies supporting arts funding are facing elimination under Trump, indicating a significant shift in cultural policy.

Economic instability linked to Trump’s policies is leading to a notable decline in global art sales.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Europe news

'Alarming situation': Tax issues dominate discussions at Milan's Miart fair

The Milan art fair Miart highlights the impact of a 22% tax on art, drawing concerns from artists and dealers about Italy's cultural viability.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

2 weeks ago

Trump turns on museums and libraries, the art market's 12% fall, Evie Hone and Mainie Jellett-podcast

Federal agencies supporting arts funding are facing elimination under Trump, indicating a significant shift in cultural policy.

Economic instability linked to Trump’s policies is leading to a notable decline in global art sales.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Europe news

'Alarming situation': Tax issues dominate discussions at Milan's Miart fair

The Milan art fair Miart highlights the impact of a 22% tax on art, drawing concerns from artists and dealers about Italy's cultural viability.

more#cultural-policy

#brexit

UK politics

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

UK extends tax-free import period for art and antiques

The UK Treasury has extended the import duty-free period for fine art and antiques, aiming to revive the country's struggling art market.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Berlin music

Why five years after the pandemic, art fairs are still in recovery

The art market remains fragile and has not fully recovered post-pandemic.

VIP engagement and attendance at art fairs has drastically decreased since 2019.

UK politics

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

UK extends tax-free import period for art and antiques

The UK Treasury has extended the import duty-free period for fine art and antiques, aiming to revive the country's struggling art market.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Berlin music

Why five years after the pandemic, art fairs are still in recovery

The art market remains fragile and has not fully recovered post-pandemic.

VIP engagement and attendance at art fairs has drastically decreased since 2019.

more#brexit

Privacy professionals

Latest round of money laundering penalties hit UK trade

Nearly 50 UK art businesses have been fined for non-compliance with money laundering regulations, averaging penalties over £3,000.

#tefaf-maastricht

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Comment | 'Visiting Americans remain a force at Tefaf Maastricht'

Tefaf Maastricht is significantly influenced by the presence of American museums and their eagerness to acquire art.

US museum confidence is essential for the fine art market, especially post-COVID.

Curators view Tefaf as an irreplaceable opportunity for sourcing high-quality European art.

Paris food

Long-Lost Klimt Portrays African Prince

A rediscovered Klimt painting at TEFAF Maastricht, representing an African prince, is currently in talks for its sale to a major museum.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Comment | 'Visiting Americans remain a force at Tefaf Maastricht'

Tefaf Maastricht is significantly influenced by the presence of American museums and their eagerness to acquire art.

US museum confidence is essential for the fine art market, especially post-COVID.

Curators view Tefaf as an irreplaceable opportunity for sourcing high-quality European art.

Paris food

Long-Lost Klimt Portrays African Prince

A rediscovered Klimt painting at TEFAF Maastricht, representing an African prince, is currently in talks for its sale to a major museum.

more#tefaf-maastricht

#van-gogh

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

3 years ago

The ten most expensive Vincent van Gogh paintings

Van Gogh's paintings rarely sell at auction, and when they do, they reach staggering prices.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Once the most expensive painting ever auctioned, has a long hidden Van Gogh portrait been rediscovered?

The whereabouts of Van Gogh's Portrait of Dr Gachet have possibly been discovered, bringing renewed interest in this iconic artwork.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

3 years ago

The ten most expensive Vincent van Gogh paintings

Van Gogh's paintings rarely sell at auction, and when they do, they reach staggering prices.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Once the most expensive painting ever auctioned, has a long hidden Van Gogh portrait been rediscovered?

The whereabouts of Van Gogh's Portrait of Dr Gachet have possibly been discovered, bringing renewed interest in this iconic artwork.

more#van-gogh

#art-fair

LA food

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Dealers feel justified in forging ahead with Los Angeles art week

The art community rallied support for local galleries after the recent wildfires in Los Angeles.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

London

London's oldest art fair celebrates its 40th anniversary

The London Original Print Fair, now in its 40th year, started with just 16 dealers and has grown significantly in the art fair landscape.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Miscellaneous

Tariff anxieties are no match for buoyant mood at Mexico City's Zona Maco

Zona Maco showcases the resilience of the art market despite tariff concerns, with strong attendance and sales from both local and international galleries.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Los Angeles

New satellite fair will bring 26 exhibitors to Santa Monica during Frieze Los Angeles

A new art fair will take place in Santa Monica, offering a cost-effective alternative to larger art fairs with emphasis on solo presentations.

LA food

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Dealers feel justified in forging ahead with Los Angeles art week

The art community rallied support for local galleries after the recent wildfires in Los Angeles.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

London

London's oldest art fair celebrates its 40th anniversary

The London Original Print Fair, now in its 40th year, started with just 16 dealers and has grown significantly in the art fair landscape.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Miscellaneous

Tariff anxieties are no match for buoyant mood at Mexico City's Zona Maco

Zona Maco showcases the resilience of the art market despite tariff concerns, with strong attendance and sales from both local and international galleries.

Los Angeles

New satellite fair will bring 26 exhibitors to Santa Monica during Frieze Los Angeles

A new art fair will take place in Santa Monica, offering a cost-effective alternative to larger art fairs with emphasis on solo presentations.

more#art-fair

#christies

Artificial intelligence

fromTechCrunch

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Christie's AI art auction reportedly exceeds expectations | TechCrunch

Christie's Augmented Intelligence show faced backlash from artists but was financially successful, raising over $700,000.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Writing

The Year in Review: art market slump squeezes biggest players and Frieze for sale

The high-end art market is experiencing significant contraction, impacting major auction houses and galleries with layoffs and closures.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Cars

Comment | Popping the hood on the luxury car market

Luxury goods, including classic cars, are becoming significant contributors to auction houses' revenues as interest in fine art fluctuates.

Miscellaneous

New York Old Masters sales fall just short of expectations at Christie's and Sotheby's amid 'tough' market

Old Master auction results improved year-over-year but fell short of pre-sale estimates.

Artificial intelligence

fromTechCrunch

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Christie's AI art auction reportedly exceeds expectations | TechCrunch

Christie's Augmented Intelligence show faced backlash from artists but was financially successful, raising over $700,000.

Writing

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

The Year in Review: art market slump squeezes biggest players and Frieze for sale

The high-end art market is experiencing significant contraction, impacting major auction houses and galleries with layoffs and closures.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Cars

Comment | Popping the hood on the luxury car market

Luxury goods, including classic cars, are becoming significant contributors to auction houses' revenues as interest in fine art fluctuates.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Miscellaneous

New York Old Masters sales fall just short of expectations at Christie's and Sotheby's amid 'tough' market

Old Master auction results improved year-over-year but fell short of pre-sale estimates.

more#christies

Independent films

Works of uncertain authenticity offered at India Art Fair

Four high-profile paintings at the India Art Fair were removed due to questions about their authenticity and sale without proper review.

fromCreativeApplications.Net

Searching for the Afterparty - Where digital art goes when the cryptoart rave ends

Cryptoart transitioned from a frantic movement driven by speculation to seeking sustainable models post-hype.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Art trade considers effects of Trump halting probes on Russian oligarchs

U.S.-Russia relations might shift dramatically if sanctions are lifted, impacting the global order and art market.

Design

TJ Boulting gallery in London, known for its roster of women photographers, has closed after 13 years

TJ Boulting gallery closes after 13 years, with founder Hannah Watson citing a desire to explore new opportunities amid challenging art market conditions.

fromForbes

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Graphic design

Council Post: Tradition Versus Innovation: Self-Marketing Within Art

The art industry is shifting towards inclusivity, empowered by social media, allowing uncredentialed artists to thrive.

The Best New York Art Shows of 2024

AI-generated art sold for a million dollars at Sotheby's, representing a new frontier in the global art market.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Miscellaneous

Sotheby's to hold first ever commercial auction in Saudi Arabia in February

Saudi Arabia is emerging as a significant market for art and luxury, prompting major auction houses to establish a presence there.

Miscellaneous

Sotheby's does a U-turn on new fees structure

Sotheby's is reverting to previous fee structures after new changes proved less appealing to sellers.

fromNew York Post

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

New York City

Sotheby's settles lawsuit alleging it helped art collectors avoid taxes on works by Basquiat, others

Sotheby's will pay over $6 million to settle claims of facilitating tax evasion for high-priced art transactions.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Miscellaneous

'One auction house will fold, as will more fairs': experts give their art market 2025 predictions

The art market is expected to see growth in lower-priced segments while facing challenges in the middle market due to geopolitical tensions.

Miscellaneous

Comment | Sotheby's fees fiasco displays terrible timing and a miscalculation of market dynamics

Sotheby's reverted its premium structure due to misreading the art market's dynamics and psychology, leading to a significant drop in market share.

fromVulture

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

The Best New York Art Shows of 2024

AI-generated art sold for a million dollars at Sotheby's, representing a new frontier in the global art market.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Miscellaneous

Sotheby's to hold first ever commercial auction in Saudi Arabia in February

Saudi Arabia is emerging as a significant market for art and luxury, prompting major auction houses to establish a presence there.

Miscellaneous

Sotheby's does a U-turn on new fees structure

Sotheby's is reverting to previous fee structures after new changes proved less appealing to sellers.

fromNew York Post

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

New York City

Sotheby's settles lawsuit alleging it helped art collectors avoid taxes on works by Basquiat, others

Sotheby's will pay over $6 million to settle claims of facilitating tax evasion for high-priced art transactions.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Miscellaneous

'One auction house will fold, as will more fairs': experts give their art market 2025 predictions

The art market is expected to see growth in lower-priced segments while facing challenges in the middle market due to geopolitical tensions.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Miscellaneous

Comment | Sotheby's fees fiasco displays terrible timing and a miscalculation of market dynamics

Sotheby's reverted its premium structure due to misreading the art market's dynamics and psychology, leading to a significant drop in market share.

more#sothebys

Cryptocurrency

Does Trump's return spell boom or bust for the NFT art market?

The NFT market has significantly contracted, showing a 97% decrease in trading volume since its peak.

#maurizio-cattelan

fromMiami Herald

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Miami

'I created a monster': Sensational banana art still echoes as Art Basel Miami Beach opens

Art Basel Miami Beach 2024 signals a shift towards deeper societal themes in art, moving beyond flashy visuals.

Writing

Lingering market slump prompts the question: is art is no longer a 'must have' for the wealthy?

The international art market is currently experiencing a significant downturn, highlighting economic uncertainty.

Artists' attempts at subversion often get re-appropriated by the market, leading to absurdity.

fromwww.dw.com

Design

Million-dollar banana? Infamous artwork goes on auction DW 11/19/2024

Cattelan's 'Comedian' critiques art's commercialization, highlighting consumerism through the sale of a banana and duct tape for millions.

The piece reflects on the absurdity of art valuation.

Winning a bid doesn't offer tangible art but the idea, similar to NFTs.

fromMiami Herald

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Miami

'I created a monster': Sensational banana art still echoes as Art Basel Miami Beach opens

Art Basel Miami Beach 2024 signals a shift towards deeper societal themes in art, moving beyond flashy visuals.

Writing

Lingering market slump prompts the question: is art is no longer a 'must have' for the wealthy?

The international art market is currently experiencing a significant downturn, highlighting economic uncertainty.

Artists' attempts at subversion often get re-appropriated by the market, leading to absurdity.

fromwww.dw.com

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Design

Million-dollar banana? Infamous artwork goes on auction DW 11/19/2024

Cattelan's 'Comedian' critiques art's commercialization, highlighting consumerism through the sale of a banana and duct tape for millions.

The piece reflects on the absurdity of art valuation.

Winning a bid doesn't offer tangible art but the idea, similar to NFTs.

more#maurizio-cattelan

Miscellaneous

Why the road to the sale of Frieze is a winding one

Endeavor's potential sale of Frieze and other assets generates significant interest in the art fair sector.

fromKALTBLUT Magazine

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Berlin

MISFITS MARKETS winter edition! - KALTBLUT Magazine

The TIN* art, crafts & trades market emphasizes community support and accessibility for marginalized artists, set for December 14th, 2024.

Miscellaneous

Trump 'bump' or Trump 'slump'? What dealers expect from the next four years

Art Basel Miami Beach reflects a mixed atmosphere of anticipatory grief regarding Trump's presidency, influencing yet not altering art sales significantly.

New York City

Art Collector Who Bought a $6 Million Banana Offers to Buy 100,000 More

Justin Sun's plan to purchase 100,000 bananas from NYC faced numerous logistical and financial challenges, highlighting the disconnect between high art and street vending.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Digital life

Will a Trump Bump' Help the Art Market's Biggest Week?

The art market is looking to recover amidst lower expectations and economic changes influenced by a new political landscape.