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Diane Arbus: a master in the art of street photography
NEW YORK — Eager to escape the constraints and self-perceived…

Catch Frank Finney’s carvings before prices fly out of reach
NEW YORK — Growing up on Virginia’s coastal Eastern shore,…

Mid-century designers elevated the sideboard to fine art
NEW YORK — A sideboard is a piece of furniture that has a…

Skittles sets strike joy in the hearts of collectors
NEW YORK — A popular bowling game in Europe during the Middle…

Sir John Lavery: Capturing visions of his travels on canvas
NEW YORK — While Ireland is a fairly small country, about…

Shooting gallery target collectors aim for perfect patinas
NEW YORK — With antiques, condition is everything, but…

Kingsbury toys: They don’t make ‘em like that anymore
NEW YORK — The story of Kingsbury’s toys is very much the…

Betty Woodman: Queen of American postwar ceramics
NEW YORK — Renowned postwar ceramicist Betty Woodman described…
Jasper52 presents Iconic Designs: A Fine Jewelry Auction, April 7
NEW YORK – A platinum engagement ring with a 4.57-carat…
Christie’s Deep Impact meteorites auction streaks to $906K total
NEW YORK — Christie’s annual online-only sale of important…
USPS Forever stamps showcase the art of the skateboard
PHOENIX — The U. S. Postal Service unveiled its latest…
Gallery Report: Alphonse Mucha’s ‘Seasons’ suite triumphs at Everard
ATLANTA – At the dawn of every month, ACN columnist Ken Hall…
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Art Market Italy: Gianni Colombo
January 14, 2016/by 8178pwpadmin
Chinese huanghuali furniture: precious wood, elegant design
December 30, 2015/by Tom Hoepf
Alberto Giacometti: Redefining the human figure
December 18, 2015/by Tom Hoepf
Hermes: Handbags with a distinguished history
October 14, 2015/by 8178pwpadmin
Tiffany glass continues to make lighting magical
September 24, 2015/by Tom Hoepf
Piero Fornasetti: Inspired jester of the decorative arts
September 8, 2015/by Tom Hoepf
Gio Ponti: Grand thinker of Italian design
August 12, 2015/by 8178pwpadminJack Reacher author Lee Child to receive honorary doctorate in UK
COVENTRY, England – World-famous author Lee Child will return…
Velvet: an interior design favorite that never went away
NEW YORK – (AP) It was all over the fashion runways. Women’s…