Painting of the Day (hitting the SOLD archives this week) – John Stobart’s “Venice, Bridge of Sighs”
Painting of the Day (hitting the SOLD archives this week) – John Stobart’s “Venice, Bridge of Sighs”

Painting of the Day (hitting the SOLD archives this week) – John Stobart’s “Venice, Bridge of Sighs”

Venice, Bridge of Sighs.  Here is a fabulous moonlight painting by the contemporary American artist John Stobart (b.1929) that arrived at its new home this week.  

In pictures: Street art of Sao Paulo
In pictures: Street art of Sao Paulo

In pictures: Street art of Sao Paulo

With support from local authorities, graffiti artists have been able to produce incredible works throughout Sao Paulo. Check out these impressive murals that will adorn the city for years to come.   In pictures: Street art of Sao Paulo.

Painting of the Day (SOLD archives) – Edouard L. Cortes’ “Champs Elysees, Lido”
Painting of the Day (SOLD archives) – Edouard L. Cortes’ “Champs Elysees, Lido”

Painting of the Day (SOLD archives) – Edouard L. Cortes’ “Champs Elysees, Lido”

Champs Elysees, Lido.  Here is another , more recent, sold painting by the 20th century French artist Edouard Leon Cortes (1882-1969).  

Jan Krugier’s $170 Million Collection to be Sold in New York
Jan Krugier’s $170 Million Collection to be Sold in New York

Jan Krugier’s $170 Million Collection to be Sold in New York

Picasso Friend $170 Million Collection in New York Sale – Works from the Geneva based dealer Jan Krugier will be sold in NY this November … included will be 30 works by Picasso, with one piece estimated to bring $25-$35M, and … More…

Painting of the Day (AVAILABLE) John Stobart’s “Nantucket, Brant Point Light”
Painting of the Day (AVAILABLE) John Stobart’s “Nantucket, Brant Point Light”

Painting of the Day (AVAILABLE) John Stobart’s “Nantucket, Brant Point Light”

Nantucket, Brant Point Light, available at Rehs Contemporary Galleries.  

Painting of the Day (NEW & AVAILABLE) – Edouard Cortes’ “Rue de Petit Pont”
Painting of the Day (NEW & AVAILABLE) – Edouard Cortes’ “Rue de Petit Pont”

Painting of the Day (NEW & AVAILABLE) – Edouard Cortes’ “Rue de Petit Pont”

Rue de Petit Pont.  Here  is a view of Notre Dame by Edouard Cortes (1882-1969) that we have never seen before.  

Accused Art Thief Won’t Reveal Where Works Are Hidden
Accused Art Thief Won’t Reveal Where Works Are Hidden

Accused Art Thief Won’t Reveal Where Works Are Hidden

Accused Art Thief Won’t Reveal Where Works Are Hidden – more from the Dutch art theft.  The defendant’s lawyer was fined 5,000 lei ($1,488) for wearing blue-suede sneakers to court … glad I am not a lawyer!!  

White Diamond is Expected to Bring More Than $28M
White Diamond is Expected to Bring More Than $28M

White Diamond is Expected to Bring More Than $28M

Pink Diamond’s $45.6 Million Tops Prices Before HK Sale – will the ICE continue to remain hot … guess we will find out shortly when this 118.28 carat white diamond comes across the block in Asia.      

Painting of the Day (AVAILABLE) John Kuhn’s “Fire Truck”
Painting of the Day (AVAILABLE) John Kuhn’s “Fire Truck”

Painting of the Day (AVAILABLE) John Kuhn’s “Fire Truck”

Fire Truck, available at Rehs Contemporary Galleries.