Time For a Change
While nearly every industry continues to find innovative ways to use technology, art collectors are stuck in the dark ages when it comes to protecting their most prized possessions. We hear countless stories, week after week, of immensely valuable items … More…
3 Ways To Profit From Collecting Alternative Investments
3 Ways To Profit From Collecting Alternative Investments. Clem Chamber’s take on the subject of alternative investments … art, gold coins, antiques, etc. I did like one of his final thoughts: Buying a painting, or a old collectible trading card has … More…
German Museum exhibits van Gogh’s Ear
According to the Center for Art and Media Karlsruhe Museums website (ZKM), the cultural institution is hosting a very important work of “living art.” With the vision of artist Diemut Strebe, scientific engineering and computer imaging technology, the severed ear of Vincent van Gogh … More…
Earliest Johannes Vermeer painting authenticated
The panting, Saint Praxedis, has been under scrutiny by authenticators for decades; questioning whether or not the work is in fact an early work (or the earliest work) by 17th century Dutch artist, Johannes Vermeer. With the help of new … More…
U.S. Car Makers Help Save Art
GM, Ford and Chrysler have pledged a combined $26 million to help fund retiree pensions in an effort to keep Detroit’s art out of the auction rooms. Ford – $10 Million Chrysler – $6 Million General Motors Co. – $5 … More…
Frick Plans to Enhance and Renovate its Museum and Library
Today, the Frick Collection unveiled a plan to open up the historic mansions second floor for the first time to the public as well as a new addition that will fit seamlessly with the original design. The new construction plans … More…