GARY, Ind. (AP) – Gary’s cash-strapped school district has sold a model of Chicago’s famous downtown Picasso statue as part of an auction to boost the district’s finances.
Indiana public school sells model of Picasso sculpture
Archibald Knox and his timeless Tudric ware
LONDON – Arthur Liberty’s association with Archibald Knox (1864-1933), one of his most talented designers, brought us Tudric ware – goods crafted from pewter. Knox’s designs were timeless, inspired pieces, taking their inspiration from ancient Celtic patterns, bringing affordable beauty to more homes than ever. Yet, due to Liberty’s strict policy of anonymity, Knox’s name is not to be found on any of the pieces he designed.
Jewish collector’s heirs claim US museum’s painting was looted
BERLIN (AP) – The heirs of a Jewish collector say a painting from a Texas museum on loan in Germany was stolen from their family by the Nazis, and have filed a legal request for its return, a German newspaper reported Wednesday.
La Cornue range, Asian porcelain place 1-2 at Andrew Jones sale
LOS ANGELES – A La Cornue Grand Palais Château Series custom range, complete with a teppanyaki grill, found a new home for $25,000 at Andrew Jones Auctions’ first DTLA Collections & Estates Auction of the new year, held Jan. 20. Absentee and Internet live bidding was available through LiveAuctioneers.
Ancient art from the Mediterranean to be auctioned Feb. 6
NEW YORK – Antiquities and ancient art from the Mediterranean, with a focus on Egypt, Greece and Rome, are the core of a Jasper52 online that will be held Wednesday, Feb. 6. The 70-lot selection consists of sculptures, amulets and jewelry reflecting the art and cultures of the ancient world. Absentee and Internet live bidding is available through LiveAuctioneers.