NEW YORK, NY.- A Park Avenue Interior by Mark Hampton realized $1,595,988/£973,163/€1,093,142 and was sold 94% by lot and 91% by value at Christie’s New York. The top lot was An Italian bronze ecorche model of a pacing horse, possibly attributed…
New York Honors First Union Officer Killed in Civil War with Funeral Re-Enactment
MECHANICVILLE, NY (AP).- Col. Elmer Ellsworth and James Jackson died within feet of one another, yet the perspectives reflected in historical markers to the two men are as far apart as the 333 miles separating one tribute from the other. Ellsworth’s mo…
50 Years Later, Students Retrace 1961 Freedom Ride
RICHMOND, VA (AP).- Charles Reed Jr. is skipping his college graduation ceremony to do something much more significant to him: retracing the original 1961 Freedom Ride and paying tribute to those who helped win the civil rights that his generation enjo…
The Museum Ludwig Presents Exhibition by Vija Celmins: Desert, Sea, and Stars
COLOGNE.- Among the central motifs in the work of New York-based artist Vija Celmins, one encounters moving ocean surfaces, sparse desert landscapes, or vast starry skies. In her paintings, drawings, and, especially in her prints, she manipulates her p…
The Museum Ludwig Presents Exhibition by Vija Celmins: Desert, Sea, and Stars
COLOGNE.- Among the central motifs in the work of New York-based artist Vija Celmins, one encounters moving ocean surfaces, sparse desert landscapes, or vast starry skies. In her paintings, drawings, and, especially in her prints, she manipulates her p…
The Museum for Arts and Crafts in Zurich Presents Henri Cartier-Bresson Retrospective
ZURICH- Henri Cartier-Bresson is one of the most important photographers in history. The Museum für Gestaltung Zürich pays tribute to his achievements in a comprehensive retrospective that is the first of its kind to be seen in Switzerland. The exhib…
Sculpture Made from Speed Bags & Five Miles of Cable Aims to Be Ultimate Tribute to Muhammad Ali
LOS ANGELES, CA.- Internationally acclaimed artist and sculptor Michael Kalish unveiled reALIze, a new conceptual and thought-provoking monument to honor the legacy of Muhammad Ali. The massive, one-of-a-kind installation made its worldwide debut at No…
Cincinnati Art Museum Celebrates The Amazing American Circus Poster in Exhibition
CINCINNATI, OH.- Dashing daredevils, soaring trapeze artists, comic clowns – all make a grand appearance at the Cincinnati Art Museum in the spring. The Amazing American Circus Poster includes rare and unique examples from the Cincinnati Art Museu…
Paul Gauguin’s "Nature Morte a ‘L’Esperance," Fails to Sell at Christie’s Auction in London
LONDON (REUTERS).- A painting by Paul Gauguin, billed as the top lot at Christie’s auction of modern and impressionist works in London, failed to find a buyer on Wednesday. The tribute to the artist’s friend Vincent Van Gogh, in the form of a still lif…
Tom Lubbock, Illustrator and Chief Art Critic of The Independent, Dies
LONDON.- Tom Lubbock died on Sunday 9 January 2011. In tribute to him Victoria Miro Gallery will reopen his exhibition on Saturday 22 January from 10am to 6pm. Or by appointment Tuesday to Friday. Admission is free. This exhibition of beautifully craf…