'Shamefully duped': friend of convicted art fraudster Inigo Philbrick spills the beans in new memoir
The book 'All That Glitters' recounts the friendship between Orlando Whitfield and art dealer Inigo Philbrick, shedding light on Philbrick's fraudulent activities. [ more ]
Women Artists Are Catching Up, but Equality Will Still Take a While
Gender equity in art museums is a work in progress, with limited representation of women artists in top-selling lists, acquisitions, and exhibitions. [ more ]
Hong Kong edition of Art021 fair to launch this summer
Art021 Hong Kong is a new art fair launching on July 6, expanding from the successful Art021 in Shanghai and JingArt in Beijing.
The focus of Art021 Hong Kong is to change the traditional fair model by emphasizing the art itself over market appeal, through collaboration with local institutions and inclusion of art from the historic Silk Road and the Global South. [ more ]
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Early sales at the Dallas Art Fair prove even a solar eclipse can't overshadow Texas's hot market
Dealers experienced strong sales and anticipated fruitful connections during the Dallas Art Fair VIP preview, reflecting a growing art market in the region.
The Dallas Art Fair coincides with the 'Great American Eclipse,' attracting tourists and potentially contributing significantly to Texas' economy. [ more ]
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New faces and spaces take centre stage at Gallery Weekend Berlin's 20th edition
Gallery Weekend Berlin is a pivotal event for the art scene in the city, attracting international collectors and establishing significant art presences. [ more ]
The Art Market San Francisco has evolved into the San Francisco Art Fair, showcasing a commitment to the thriving arts ecosystem in the Bay Area. [ more ]
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Expo Chicago aims to retain identity under new ownership
Expo Chicago remains under Frieze ownership with core attributes intact, featuring international exhibitors and a commitment to serving the Midwest art market.
Both Expo Chicago and The Armory Show maintain their unique identities with Frieze aiming for evolution, not revolution, in their enhancement. [ more ]
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Slimmer Frieze Los Angeles fair has simmering start on first VIP day
Frieze Los Angeles scaled down to 95 exhibitors under one tent, with reports of decreased seven-figure sales compared to last year.
Notable sales at the event included Richard Serra's drawing for $2m and Robert Longo's work for $1.6m, indicating a range of successful transactions. [ more ]
Rybolovlev vs Sotheby's: a closer look at the epic court battle
Russian oligarch Dmitry Rybolovlev is accusing Sotheby's of aiding an alleged fraud in the sale of major artworks, including the controversial Leonardo painting Salvator Mundi.
The Art SG art fair in Singapore has opened with a decrease in the number of participating galleries compared to last year. [ more ]
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