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Sotheby's to Auction 31 Rare Keith Haring Subway Drawings from Larry Warsh Collection | stupidDOPE

Sotheby's is auctioning 31 Keith Haring Subway Drawings, valued between $6.3 million and $9 million, marking their first public auction appearance.

Revealed: the surreal dispute over Leonora Carrington's late bronze sculptures

Leonora Carrington became the most valuable female British artist at auction following a record $28.5m sale, reflecting rising interest in her work.

Sotheby's to Auction 31 Rare Keith Haring Subway Drawings from Larry Warsh Collection | stupidDOPE

Sotheby's is auctioning 31 Keith Haring Subway Drawings, valued between $6.3 million and $9 million, marking their first public auction appearance.

Revealed: the surreal dispute over Leonora Carrington's late bronze sculptures

Leonora Carrington became the most valuable female British artist at auction following a record $28.5m sale, reflecting rising interest in her work.
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A large part of my life': a former Banksy associate sells his archive

Steve Lazarides is selling his Banksy collection to focus fully on his passion for photography.

Buy Works by Viviane Sassen, Harley Weir and Jamie Hawkesworth for Charity

Blue: Art for the Ocean auction features iconic photographers to support ocean conservation.

Christie's to Offer Blockchain-Based Ownership Certificates for Photography Collection

Christie's is integrating blockchain technology into art auctions through digital certificates of ownership for physical art collections.

A large part of my life': a former Banksy associate sells his archive

Steve Lazarides is selling his Banksy collection to focus fully on his passion for photography.

Buy Works by Viviane Sassen, Harley Weir and Jamie Hawkesworth for Charity

Blue: Art for the Ocean auction features iconic photographers to support ocean conservation.

Christie's to Offer Blockchain-Based Ownership Certificates for Photography Collection

Christie's is integrating blockchain technology into art auctions through digital certificates of ownership for physical art collections.
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Elon Musk is connecting with 'aimless dudes' now - but can he find five minutes to marry his 'longtime girlfriend'?

Elon Musk doubles his security while aiming to inspire aimless individuals towards more fruitful lives.

The Burberry Flagship Reopens in New York, AD Prepares for Salon Art + Design, and More News

Elsie de Wolfe's memorabilia auction highlights her lasting influence on interior design and achieved remarkable sales far exceeding estimates.

An erotic Poussin painting and an early version of the Statue of Liberty: our pick of the November sales

Poussin's early work was initially dismissed due to its erotic subject, revealing changing perspectives on historical artworks.
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Maurizio Cattelan's famous duct-taped banana could bring more than $1m at auction

Cattelan's duct-taped banana reflects contemporary art's absurdism and puts the concept of art's value under scrutiny.

Ed Ruscha's Iconic 'Standard Station' Painting Set for Auction at Christie's | stupidDOPE

Ed Ruscha's painting Standard Station, estimated at $50 million, represents a rare opportunity for collectors to own a significant piece of American contemporary art.

Kasper Konig's collection fetches 6m at Cologne auction

The auction from Kasper König's collection garnered approximately €6 million, showcasing the continuing value of contemporary art posthumously.

More than 165 'Artists for Kamala' auction their work in support of Harris

Contemporary artists are auctioning works to support Kamala Harris' presidential campaign, showcasing a commitment to the arts and political engagement.

Saatchi Collection sends major Ibrahim Mahama work to auction

Ibrahim Mahama's work 'Untitled (2013)' reflects deep themes of recycling textiles and historical memory, and is set to be auctioned at Bonhams.

Basquiat stretcher-bar painting could reach $30m during New York spring auctions

The upcoming auction at Christie's features a Jean-Michel Basquiat painting from 1982 with an estimated value of around $30m.

Maurizio Cattelan's famous duct-taped banana could bring more than $1m at auction

Cattelan's duct-taped banana reflects contemporary art's absurdism and puts the concept of art's value under scrutiny.

Ed Ruscha's Iconic 'Standard Station' Painting Set for Auction at Christie's | stupidDOPE

Ed Ruscha's painting Standard Station, estimated at $50 million, represents a rare opportunity for collectors to own a significant piece of American contemporary art.

Kasper Konig's collection fetches 6m at Cologne auction

The auction from Kasper König's collection garnered approximately €6 million, showcasing the continuing value of contemporary art posthumously.

More than 165 'Artists for Kamala' auction their work in support of Harris

Contemporary artists are auctioning works to support Kamala Harris' presidential campaign, showcasing a commitment to the arts and political engagement.

Saatchi Collection sends major Ibrahim Mahama work to auction

Ibrahim Mahama's work 'Untitled (2013)' reflects deep themes of recycling textiles and historical memory, and is set to be auctioned at Bonhams.

Basquiat stretcher-bar painting could reach $30m during New York spring auctions

The upcoming auction at Christie's features a Jean-Michel Basquiat painting from 1982 with an estimated value of around $30m.
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Exclusive | The charming NYC home of the late Mica and Ahmet Ertegun has sold for $9.3M - just weeks before major Christie's auction

Mica and Ahmet Ertegun's double-townhouse sold for $9.3 million, with proceeds benefiting their charity.
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Large Ed Rusha gas station painting could bring more than $50m at Christie's after star turns at Lacma and MoMA

The painting is expected to break Ed Ruscha's auction record, potentially selling for over $50 million.
It is one of the last large-scale canvases from the 1960s in private hands.

Monet's "Nympheas" to Make Auction Debut at Christie's with Estimated Value of $25-35 Million | stupidDOPE

Monet's "Nymphéas" will auction at Christie's after 125 years, expected to fetch between $25 million and $35 million.
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Monet 'Water Lily' painting to headline inaugural sale at Christie's new Hong Kong headquarters

Christie's Hong Kong sale features a rare Monet painting, marking its auction debut and highlighting increasing demand for iconic Western art in Asia.
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'Cyberattack' shutters Christie's site days before auction

Christie's website faced a technology security issue, leading to its temporary shutdown right before a planned art auction.
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9 months ago

Painting made by The Beatles in a Tokyo hotel sells for $1.7m at auction

A painting by The Beatles sold for $1.7 million at Christie's, exceeding its estimated value.
The painting, titled 'Images of a Woman,' was created by The Beatles while they were on tour in Japan in 1966.

Large Ed Rusha gas station painting could bring more than $50m at Christie's after star turns at Lacma and MoMA

The painting is expected to break Ed Ruscha's auction record, potentially selling for over $50 million.
It is one of the last large-scale canvases from the 1960s in private hands.

Monet's "Nympheas" to Make Auction Debut at Christie's with Estimated Value of $25-35 Million | stupidDOPE

Monet's "Nymphéas" will auction at Christie's after 125 years, expected to fetch between $25 million and $35 million.

Monet 'Water Lily' painting to headline inaugural sale at Christie's new Hong Kong headquarters

Christie's Hong Kong sale features a rare Monet painting, marking its auction debut and highlighting increasing demand for iconic Western art in Asia.

'Cyberattack' shutters Christie's site days before auction

Christie's website faced a technology security issue, leading to its temporary shutdown right before a planned art auction.

Painting made by The Beatles in a Tokyo hotel sells for $1.7m at auction

A painting by The Beatles sold for $1.7 million at Christie's, exceeding its estimated value.
The painting, titled 'Images of a Woman,' was created by The Beatles while they were on tour in Japan in 1966.
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Durer print rescued from dump by 11-year-old sells for $44,800

An 11-year-old found a valuable engraving by Durer in a landfill, which sold for significantly more than its estimated auction value.

More than 100 artist donated works to fundraise for Kamala Harris

The art sale aims to raise funds for Kamala Harris's presidential campaign, showcasing diverse works from various notable artists.
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Banksy's iconic Union Jack stab-proof vest - made famous by Stormzy - is going on display in London

Banksy's stab-proof vest, worn by Stormzy at Glastonbury, will be displayed and auctioned at Sotheby's, representing a significant commentary on social issues.

Banksy's bullet-proof vest to be auctioned

Banksy's bullet-proof vest featuring the Union flag symbolizes social issues and knife crime; it could sell for up to £300,000 at auction.

Banksy painting that captures 'raw energy' of NYC could fetch $200K

Banksy's painting 'Crazy Horse' on a car door in Manhattan is going up for auction and could fetch $200,000.
The painting was part of Banksy's 'Better Out Than In' residency in New York City in 2013.

Banksy's iconic Union Jack stab-proof vest - made famous by Stormzy - is going on display in London

Banksy's stab-proof vest, worn by Stormzy at Glastonbury, will be displayed and auctioned at Sotheby's, representing a significant commentary on social issues.

Banksy's bullet-proof vest to be auctioned

Banksy's bullet-proof vest featuring the Union flag symbolizes social issues and knife crime; it could sell for up to £300,000 at auction.

Banksy painting that captures 'raw energy' of NYC could fetch $200K

Banksy's painting 'Crazy Horse' on a car door in Manhattan is going up for auction and could fetch $200,000.
The painting was part of Banksy's 'Better Out Than In' residency in New York City in 2013.
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Amid 'more selective, more cautious' market, Christie's Hong Kong sale notches $134m

Christie's auction emphasized safety and classic blue-chip art to navigate a cautious market.

A Rare Religious Painting Owned by George Washington Is Up for Auction - Washingtonian

George Washington's ownership of religious art reveals his complex beliefs and connection to Freemasonry.
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Disgraced adviser Lisa Schiff's art holdings planned for auction at Phillips starting in November

Lisa Schiff's extensive art collection is set to be auctioned due to bankruptcy proceedings amid allegations of fraud and mismanagement.

Eyelash magnate Sydell Miller's art collection estimated to bring around $200m at Sotheby's

Miller's art collection, valued at $200 million, features pieces by famous artists including Monet and Picasso, reflecting her opulent legacy.

Disgraced adviser Lisa Schiff's art holdings planned for auction at Phillips starting in November

Lisa Schiff's extensive art collection is set to be auctioned due to bankruptcy proceedings amid allegations of fraud and mismanagement.

Eyelash magnate Sydell Miller's art collection estimated to bring around $200m at Sotheby's

Miller's art collection, valued at $200 million, features pieces by famous artists including Monet and Picasso, reflecting her opulent legacy.
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Late Freud nude to make auction debut in London with 10m-15m estimate

A Lucian Freud painting of Ria Kirby is set to auction for £10m-£15m, highlighting the profound artist-model connection.

Vincent Van Gogh's Masterpiece 'Les canots amarres' to Set Auction Records in Hong Kong | stupidDOPE

Vincent Van Gogh's 'Les canots amarrés' is expected to be auctioned for $230-$380 million HKD, potentially setting a new record in Asia.

Bucolic Van Gogh riverscape with royal connections set to become the artist's most expensive Paris work

Van Gogh's 'Moored Boats' is set to be auctioned for HK$230m-380m, becoming a landmark sale in Asia.

Rembrandt painting discovered in Maine attic sells for almost $1.2 million

A Rembrandt painting, 'Portrait of a Girl,' was discovered in a Maine attic and sold for nearly $1.2 million.

Hidden Treasures: Rediscovered Salvador Dali Lithographs Head to Auction After 50 Years | stupidDOPE

A hidden trove of Salvador Dalí and Théo Tobiasse artworks is set to realize significantly higher values at auction due to enduring appreciation.

Cranach portrait will be sold in accord between Pennsylvania museum and Jewish heirs

The Allentown Art Museum settles with the heirs of a Jewish owner to auction a portrait linked to the Nazi era.

Playmobil Celebrates 50 Years with an Artistic Twist and a Cause | stupidDOPE

Playmobil's 50th Anniversary project turns figurines into art auctioned for charity.

Raymond Pettibon's Black Flag Fliers Are Going to Auction This Month

Punk rock fans can bid on original artwork by Raymond Pettibon, featuring iconic fliers and ephemera from the Bay Area music scene.

A New Wave of Appreciation for the Man Who Drew New York

Auction in honor of street artist Jason Polan preserves his legacy.

Auction of living artist's skin cancelled after collector buys all lots in advance

An auction of a performance artist's tattooed skin has been cancelled after all the pieces were bought by a collector for a seven-figure sum.
The tattoos include the artist's name in Cyrillic and a quote by the Roman philosopher Cicero: 'Dum spiro spero' (while I breathe I hope).
The sale raises ethical and legal challenges related to the production, display, and sale of avant-garde artwork.

Titian painting stolen from Longleat and found at London bus stop put up for auction

Titian's painting 'Rest on the Flight into Egypt' is being auctioned at Christie's for 15-25 million, with a storied past and a rich history of theft and recovery.
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