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‘Degas/Cassat’ at the National Gallery of Art
‘Degas/Cassat’ at the National Gallery of Art

‘Degas/Cassat’ at the National Gallery of Art

Art Review: ‘Degas/Cassat’ at the National Gallery of Art –  here is an interesting exhibition that is currently on view at the National Gallery through October 5.  The show, which includes 70 paintings and works on paper, explores the relationship between … More…

Painting of the Day (SOLD) Tony South’s “A Brace of Silverbacks”
Painting of the Day (SOLD) Tony South’s “A Brace of Silverbacks”

Painting of the Day (SOLD) Tony South’s “A Brace of Silverbacks”

A sold one by Tony South, A Brace of Silverbacks.     Check out Tony’s AVAILABLE inventory 

Painting of the Day (AVAILABLE): Martin Rico y Ortega’s “Laguna Veneta and Rio della Croce” #venice
Painting of the Day (AVAILABLE): Martin Rico y Ortega’s “Laguna Veneta and Rio della Croce” #venice

Painting of the Day (AVAILABLE): Martin Rico y Ortega’s “Laguna Veneta and Rio della Croce” #venice

Laguna Veneta and Rio della Croce, Chiesa del Santissimo Redentore.  Here is a wonderful outdoor study of Venice by the 19th century Spanish artist Martin Rico y Ortega (1833-1908) that we just added to our web site.  

Improve Your Museum Memories: Put Away the Camera – by Christine Lin
Improve Your Museum Memories: Put Away the Camera – by Christine Lin

Improve Your Museum Memories: Put Away the Camera – by Christine Lin

Improve Your Museum Memories: Put Away the Camera.  An interesting story on the camera vs. your memory.  According to the article, other than the detail shot, your memory is impaired when you try to capture the image with just your … More…

Bringing Painting and Photography Together
Bringing Painting and Photography Together

Bringing Painting and Photography Together

Finnish artist, Janne Parviainen, has mastered an impressive and innovative technique that allows him to “paint” with lights in his photography. Using LED lights and long camera exposures, Janne is able to trace over objects or entire rooms with light … More…

French Rembrandt Thief Turns Himself In
French Rembrandt Thief Turns Himself In

French Rembrandt Thief Turns Himself In

A very interesting story about a man named Patrick Vialaneix who became so obsessed with a work by Rembrandt while growing up that at the young age of 28 he stole it.  The heist took place on the night of … More…

Painting of the Day (SOLD) Chris Pousette-Dart’s “Neruda Series – Untitled 3”
Painting of the Day (SOLD) Chris Pousette-Dart’s “Neruda Series – Untitled 3”

Painting of the Day (SOLD) Chris Pousette-Dart’s “Neruda Series – Untitled 3”

A nice abstract piece by Chris Pousette-Dart, Neruda Series – Untitled 3.     Check out Chris’s AVAILABLE inventory 

Painting of the Day (just hit the SOLD archives): Victor Marais-Milton’s “The New Chef”
Painting of the Day (just hit the SOLD archives): Victor Marais-Milton’s “The New Chef”

Painting of the Day (just hit the SOLD archives): Victor Marais-Milton’s “The New Chef”

The New Chef.  this fabulous example of Victor Marais-Milton’s (1872-1944) work recently landed at its new home.  

Zao Wou-ki Leads Sotheby’s $18.4-Million Beijing Auction
Zao Wou-ki Leads Sotheby’s $18.4-Million Beijing Auction

Zao Wou-ki Leads Sotheby’s $18.4-Million Beijing Auction

Zao Wou-ki Leads Sotheby’s $18.4-Million Beijing Auction The Chinese market still seems to be rocking … of the 52 lots offered in the sale 45 sold (84.6%) and all but one sold within or above their pre-sale estimate.  

Painting of the Day (AVAILABLE) David Palumbo’s “2 pm”
Painting of the Day (AVAILABLE) David Palumbo’s “2 pm”

Painting of the Day (AVAILABLE) David Palumbo’s “2 pm”

2 pm.     Check out Davids AVAILABLE inventory 

Painting of the Day (GONE): Jules Breton’s “La petite couturière”
Painting of the Day (GONE): Jules Breton’s “La petite couturière”

Painting of the Day (GONE): Jules Breton’s “La petite couturière”

La petite couturière.  I know we just posted this one, but it has already left the gallery!  In addition, it is such a beautiful example, it is worth a second look.  

Israel Museum Gets Rare Klimt Oil Study of Nazi-Destroyed Work
Israel Museum Gets Rare Klimt Oil Study of Nazi-Destroyed Work

Israel Museum Gets Rare Klimt Oil Study of Nazi-Destroyed Work

Israel Museum Gets Rare Klimt Oil Study of Nazi – the final piece must have been one amazing painting.  

Revolutionizing the Viewer Experience
Revolutionizing the Viewer Experience

Revolutionizing the Viewer Experience

Not too long ago Google unveiled their newest innovation, Google Glass, a wearable headset which resembles a pair of glasses. Seamlessly blending technology with the world around us, Google Glass gives the user access to incredible features and information, from … More…

Another Bacon Triptych Coming to Auction
Another Bacon Triptych Coming to Auction

Another Bacon Triptych Coming to Auction

Another Francis Bacon triptych will be hitting the auction block at the end of the month at Sotheby’s Evening sale of Contemporary Art in London.  Depicting the love of the artists’ life, Three Studies for Portrait of George Dyer, is estimated to … More…

Painting of the Day (SOLD archives) Barry Oretsky’s “En Repos”
Painting of the Day (SOLD archives) Barry Oretsky’s “En Repos”

Painting of the Day (SOLD archives) Barry Oretsky’s “En Repos”

An amazing photo realist work by Barry Oretsky, En Repos.   Check out Barry’s AVAILABLE inventory 

Painting of the Day (AVAILABLE): a very early Daniel Ridgway Knight – “A Helping Hand”
Painting of the Day (AVAILABLE): a very early Daniel Ridgway Knight – “A Helping Hand”

Painting of the Day (AVAILABLE): a very early Daniel Ridgway Knight – “A Helping Hand”

A Helping Hand.  Here is a very early example of Daniel Ridgway Knight’s (1839-1924) work.  This piece was probably painted between 1865-1870 … just after he served in the Civil War and before leaving for Paris.