California artists featured at LAMA’s Feb. 22 Modern & Contemporary Art auction

Billy Al Bengston, ‘I Tatti,’ estimated at $28,000-$38,000. Image courtesy of Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Billy Al Bengston, ‘I Tatti,’ estimated at $28,000-$38,000. Image courtesy of Los Angeles Modern Auctions

Billy Al Bengston, ‘I Tatti,’ estimated at $28,000-$38,000. Courtesy Los Angeles Modern Auctions

VAN NUYS, Calif. – LA Modern Auctions (LAMA) will present a sale of Modern & Contemporary Art on Wednesday, February 22. This tightly curated auction brings an exemplary selection of paintings, drawings and sculpture to the market, with a special emphasis on post-war Californian artists. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Princess Diana handwritten ‘love triangle’ letter in spotlight at Chiswick, Feb. 14

May 1995 letter on Kensington Palace notepaper, written by Princess Diana, in which she describes her marital situation as ‘one of three people in a triangle,’ estimated at £1,800-£2,200
May 1995 letter on Kensington Palace notepaper, written by Princess Diana, in which she describes her marital situation as ‘one of three people in a triangle,’ estimated at £1,800-£2,200
May 1995 letter on Kensington Palace notepaper, written by Princess Diana, in which she describes her marital situation as ‘one of three people in a triangle,’ estimated at £1,800-£2,200

LONDON – A letter penned by Diana, Princess of Wales in which she discusses her marital strife will appear at auction this month. The letter, in a handwritten envelope addressed to a Mrs. Cotton, will be offered at Chiswick Auctions on Valentine’s Day, Tuesday, February 14. The auction house has given the letter an estimate of £1,800-£2,200, but hopes it may bring more. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Mummy-making ideas: Ancient Egyptian workshop offers insight

An Egyptian alabaster canopic jar, a vessel used to store and preserve a mummy’s internal organs, achieved $70,000 plus the buyer’s premium in November 2012. Image courtesy of Hindman and LiveAuctioneers
An Egyptian alabaster canopic jar, a vessel used to store and preserve a mummy’s internal organs, achieved $70,000 plus the buyer’s premium in November 2012. Image courtesy of Hindman and LiveAuctioneers
An Egyptian alabaster canopic jar, a vessel used to store and preserve a mummy’s internal organs, achieved $70,000 plus the buyer’s premium in November 2012. Image courtesy of Hindman and LiveAuctioneers

NEW YORK (AP) – For thousands of years, ancient Egyptians mummified their dead in the search for eternal life. Now, researchers have used chemistry and an unusual collection of jars to figure out how they did it.

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Designer Watch & Jewelry Auction brings the sparkle, Feb. 15

18K gold ladies’ Rolex Datejust, estimated at $23,000-$28,000
18K gold ladies’ Rolex Datejust, estimated at $23,000-$28,000
18K gold ladies’ Rolex Datejust, estimated at $23,000-$28,000

NEW YORK – An 18K gold Rolex Datejust for women, a Cartier Solitaire ring in 18K white gold, and a Franck Muller Master Calendar wristwatch will likely earn top lot status at Jasper52’s Designer Watch & Jewelry Auction, which will be conducted on Wednesday, February 15 at 1 pm Eastern time. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Hispanic Society Museum & Library begins reopening in March

Detail of the Hispanic Society Museum & Library’s Sorolla Gallery, featuring the work ‘Visions of Spain.’ Image courtesy of the HSM&L
View of the Hispanic Society Museum & Library’s Sorolla Gallery, featuring the work ‘Visions of Spain.’ Image courtesy of the HSM&L
View of the Hispanic Society Museum & Library’s Sorolla Gallery, featuring the work ‘Visions of Spain.’ Image courtesy of the HSM&L

NEW YORK – The Hispanic Society Museum & Library (HSM&L) – the primary institution dedicated to the preservation, study, understanding, exhibition and enjoyment of art and cultures of Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries and communities – announces phase one of its reopening with a robust 2023 programming lineup and exhibition schedule. With a focus on the commemoration of Joaquin Sorolla’s centennial, Jesus Rafael Soto’s centennial and Pablo Picasso’s semi-centennial, the institution will recognize the great Spanish artists with a series of exhibitions, lectures, concerts and receptions.

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Game-worn NFL football jerseys score mightily at auction

This Patrick Mahomes-signed and framed Kansas City Chiefs jersey earned $1,120 plus the buyer’s premium in November 2020. Image courtesy of Canuck Auctions and LiveAuctioneers.
This Patrick Mahomes-signed and framed Kansas City Chiefs jersey earned $1,120 plus the buyer’s premium in November 2020. Image courtesy of Canuck Auctions and LiveAuctioneers.
This Patrick Mahomes-signed and framed Kansas City Chiefs jersey earned $1,120 plus the buyer’s premium in November 2020. Image courtesy of Canuck Auctions and LiveAuctioneers.

NEW YORK — Organized sports draws millions of fans annually, but arguably, the most exciting games are National Football League matchups. Pure power, athletic finesse and a battle of wits and brawn are on full display in football; fans could hardly ask for more. And what better way to show love for a favorite team than donning its official team apparel? The sports memorabilia market was estimated at $26 billion in 2022 and shows no signs of slowing down. Game-worn NFL football jerseys are a prime collectible.

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