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The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 week ago
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Norwegian grain silo fills up once more, but this time with Nordic Modernist art

Nicolai Tangen, one of Norway's wealthiest individuals, sponsors Kunstsilo, a new museum in Kristiansand showcasing the world's largest private collection of Nordic Modernist art. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
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She was trying to find herself': the untold story of Peggy Guggenheim, Hampshire homemaker

Peggy Guggenheim's legacy is celebrated in her former home, now a museum curated by her granddaughter, Karole Vail. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
4 weeks ago
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Renewed efforts to preserve the life and work of two Chicago Imagists

Roger Brown was a renowned painter known for his urban-themed artworks and was also an avid collector of art and objects.
Roger Brown transformed his Chicago home into a museum packed with a diverse collection of art, costumes, and curiosities. [ more ]
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The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago
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Florida museum receives gift of nearly 700 prints, from Rembrandt to Henry Moore

700 prints donated to Norton Museum of Art
Gift spans half a millennium and includes famous artists' works. [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 months ago
Design

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz want you to see the 'Giants' of art in their collection

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz have a collection of art on display at the Brooklyn Museum in an exhibition called 'Giants'.
The exhibition features works by living Black artists, including Kehinde Wiley, Nick Cave, and Lorna Simpson.
The collection includes over 1,000 works, with a focus on figurative and portrait art, as well as photography by Gordon Parks. [ more ]
Secret NYC
3 months ago
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Swizz Beatz & Alicia Keys' Private Art Collection Is Heading To The Brooklyn Museum

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz have a massive art collection that will be on display at The Brooklyn Museum starting February 10th.
The exhibition features 98 major artworks by important Black American, African, and African diasporic artists. [ more ]
Brooklyn Magazine
3 months ago
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Sneak peek: Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz's 'Giants' show at the Brooklyn Museum - Brooklyn Magazine

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz have an extensive collection of art from Black artists, which will be on display at the Brooklyn Museum.
The couple intentionally collects large works that push artists beyond their limits and allow them to express their ideas on a new level. [ more ]
Time Out New York
5 months ago
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See Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys' art collection at NYC's Brooklyn Museum this winter

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz have amassed an impressive visual art collection
The exhibition will feature over 100 artworks by Black American, African, and African diasporic artists [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
5 months ago
Design

Works from Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz's collection will go on view at the Brooklyn Museum

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz will show selections from their art collection at the Brooklyn Museum next year.
The exhibition will feature works by Gordon Parks, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Lorna Simpson, Kehinde Wiley, and others.
Keys and Dean are advocates for supporting Black artists through their collecting and partnerships. [ more ]
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BKReader
2 months ago
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Keys, Swizz Beatz Unleash 'Giants' Masterpieces at BK Museum

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz will showcase their art collection at the Brooklyn Museum
The exhibition features works solely by Black artists [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 week ago
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'It was as if the painting was calling out to me': Kim Manocherian on why collecting means playing the long game

Kim Manocherian has the world's largest collection of Paula Rego's works, focusing on female artists with strong narrative elements. She favors unique pieces to resonate with her. [ more ]
Time Out London
2 weeks ago
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The National Gallery has just bought an amazing Eva Gonzales painting, here's why that matters

The National Gallery acquires a work by female artist Eva Gonzales to celebrate her birthday, addressing historical gender inequality in art collections. [ more ]
SFGATE
2 weeks ago
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San Francisco museum unveils a fancy new cannabis bong collection

SF MOMA's gift shop includes ceramic cannabis smoking devices for the first time, resembling museum pieces in design and ranging from $50 to $195. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
3 weeks ago
Design

Goya fever hits Southern California

The Huntington Museum acquired a significant painting by Francisco de Goya, reflecting the institution's commitment to expanding its art collection. [ more ]
design-milk.com
1 month ago
Design

The Mulholland Home Is a Minimalist Mid-Century Gem in LA

The Mulholland home is a minimalist gem in the Hollywood Hills, blending mid-century modern architecture with contemporary minimalism.
The interior design project by Studio Qasabian encompasses bespoke furniture, vintage pieces, and an art collection with personal touches. [ more ]
Curbed
1 month ago
Design

A Bold Park Avenue Penthouse for Empty Nesters

Penthouses in prewar buildings can feel small with low ceilings, but this penthouse had great bones that appealed to long-time townhouse dwellers.
Interior designer Phillip Thomas prioritized incorporating the clients' original belongings, creating custom designs to complement their art collection and utilizing high-gloss finishes. [ more ]
Funcheap
1 month ago
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Montclair Village Art Walk (Oakland)

Montclair Village Art Walk features over 40 artists from the Bay Area and beyond showcasing handcrafted works against the Oakland Hills backdrop.
Attendees can connect with artists, learn about their stories, and purchase unique art pieces for gifting or personal collection. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
1 month ago
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Deaccession' against white supremacy in art

Spanish legislation prohibits selling designated national heritage art pieces like Caravaggio's 'The Crucifixion of Saint Andrew'.
Debate on museums' roles: elitist institutions or community hubs, art collection enhancement via sales, and addressing racial representation through deaccessioning. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago
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Swiss dealer Eberhard Kornfeld bequeathed Kirchner, Giacometti works to Bern Kunstmuseum

Eberhard Kornfeld bequeathed five valuable paintings to Kunstmuseum Bern, carefully selected to enhance the museum's collection. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Design

How to Live Like an Artist

Artists often choose to live with and work among the art of their peers and mentors, reflecting respect and professional recognition.
An artist's home may not directly mirror their own work but can offer insights into their dedication to light, spatial gifts, and unique inspirations. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
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Pop art pioneer Peter Blake: I wasn't really a swinger. I never did any drugs'

Peter Blake's early works were pivotal in defining British pop art.
Blake's varied career includes paintings, collages, drawings, and sculptures, with a focus on storytelling. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
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Guy Wildenstein, Art Family Patriarch, Found Guilty in Tax Trial

Guy Wildenstein convicted of tax fraud in France
Wildenstein family accused of hiding art collection to avoid taxes [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Fire Rips Through Abkhazia Gallery, Destroying Nearly 4,000 Artworks

A fire in Abkhazia destroyed thousands of paintings belonging to the National Gallery of Abkhazia, causing an irreparable loss for the region's national culture.
Residents managed to save only 200 artworks from the burning building, while the rest were lost in the fire. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
2 months ago
Design

The doors open for Los Angeles Art Week

Tony Lewis's artwork explores power, race, and labor themes through repetitive creation processes.
Former athlete Keith Rivers developed a unique taste in art, collecting pieces that resonate with his personal experiences. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 months ago
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New book celebrates collector Eileen Harris Norton's role in shaping Los Angeles's art scene

Eileen Harris Norton played a significant role in nurturing the Los Angeles art scene, specifically championing women artists and artists of color.
Harris Norton's personal approach to collecting art reflects her values and aesthetic preferences, rather than market trends. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 months ago
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'The most unusual place I've installed a piece? Forty feet up in a tree': John Quinn on his inside-out approach to art

John Quinn is a prominent trial lawyer and a passionate art collector.
Quinn supports emerging and established artists through acquisitions and artist-in-residence programs. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
3 months ago
Design

Peek inside home of George Lois, famed art director whose stunning apartment is on the market for $6 million

George Lois's apartment in Greenwich Village is like a design museum with a rotating collection
The apartment houses a fifth of Lois's collection, which is not for sale with the apartment [ more ]
Artnet News
3 months ago
Design

How Real Estate Mogul Sam Charney Built His Art Collection

Sam Charney founded his real estate company in 2013 and has a passion for street art.
Charney is currently developing over two million square feet of mixed-use space in Brooklyn and is incorporating murals by local artists into his construction projects. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
5 months ago
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'Collecting art by women is an integral component of my process': Darlene Perez on why she waited for a Lee Krasner work

Darlene Pérez is a major force in Miami's cultural scene and a passionate supporter of women artists.
She and her husband have made significant donations to the Pérez Art Museum Miami and other cultural organizations in the region. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
5 months ago
Design

A Contemporary Pavilion-Style Home Also Functions As An Art Gallery For The Family's Art Collection - Yanko Design

Casa Galeria is a 6458 square feet structure designed as a gallery concept that showcases the owner's art collection.
The house features an innovative roof structure supported by large inverted beams, creating a central gallery space.
The interiors of the house highlight the family's art collection and incorporate custom tile panels by Brazilian artist João Henrique. [ more ]
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