To Insure or Not to Insure? That is the Question!
People often wonder if they should insure their art. I, for one, believe it is a good idea (and I have no financial connections to an insurance company or agent). As some of you know, many of the works we … More…
Condo Leads Contemporary Curated at Sotheby’s
Online Contemporary auctions are nothing new… but with all the major sales on hold for now, Sotheby’s offered up a curated Contemporary selection, including some that are usually slotted into live auctions (they will also be hosting another Contemporary sale … More…
Imperial Vase Astounds Saleroom
A word to the wise, please do not alter objects in your family’s collections, you may have no idea what you’re messing with and the impact it could have on future value. Years ago it was quite common to convert … More…
19th Century Meets 21st Century – Sotheby’s European Paintings Online Offering
With the art industry fully embracing the digital life, it is no surprise the big auction houses have been hosting online sales… earlier this month, Sotheby’s offered a selection of European Paintings, Drawings and Sculpture (though most were paintings) – … More…
Curated Connection: Primitivism
I have woken up the past couple of weeks to the sound of birds chirping. Since I too am, an early bird, I do not mind the noise. But what I have realized is that for the past 6 years … More…
Mamba Out!
April 13, 2016 Kobe Bryant made his last professional basketball shot and walked off the court after he played an amazing game. He scored 60 points against the Utah Jazz and retired as one of the greatest basketball players of … More…
Oxford Professor Accused Of Theft And Fraud
After 120 ancient papyrus biblical fragments went missing from the Slacker Library at Oxford University, an investigation led to the arrest of the University’s Papyrology and Greek Literature professor, Dr. Dirk Obbink. The Slacker Library houses a vast collection of … More…
Curated Connections: Zen-Out
Today’s inspiration came early in the morning during my zen-ist moment. I had woken up for my morning yoga routine, and out the window was nothing but whiteness. The view overlooking the East River was gone, as if someone hung … More…
Gallery Profile – Interview With Eric Rhoads and Lance Rehs
Banksy Shows Off His In-Home Infestation!
With the world continuing to face heath concerns from Coronavirus, many of us are now WFH… that is, Working From Home. While that may not be the biggest adjustment for many artists who regularly find themselves secluded in their studios … More…
Curated Connections: Oops Proof Artwork
I have come to learn; I am not a puzzle person. My fiancé and I broke out a 2,000-piece puzzle back when the quarantine began, and it is pathetic how little we’ve accomplished. So, my parents came to the rescue … More…
Curated Collection: New In-Sights
A Curated collection: Here we are, another day where the routine has been cut short. No longer do I wake up at 7, jog to the gym for a 7:30 start, work out for an hour, 8:30 shower, and 9:10 … More…
The Invisible Man Makes An Appearance
While the world is in the midst of fighting an invisible enemy (we are doing our part by staying home), a remake of the Invisible Man was just released and available for viewing on many of the pay-per-view streaming sites … More…
The Power of Green for your Home Office
Due to the current events, more people than ever are working from home. I can personally speak to the fact that for some, it is hard to get in the mindset of being at work when you are home. There … More…
Kenny Schachter Duped By Inigo Philbrick
Inigo Philbrick (an art world scammer) hit a lot of people, including his art dealer friend Kenny Schachter who was duped out of $1.67M! The work of art they purchased seems to have vanished … along with Mr. Philbrick. According … More…
Comments on the Art Market – Volume 232
Volume 232 of our Comments on the Art Market was released this week. In this issue we cover the upcoming Stuart Dunkel exhibition – A|MUS|E, the ever volatile Stock Market, Really?, Tales from the Dark Side, How to Safely Navigate … More…