Phillips’ Dolman Says Art Market Is in Period of Consolidation
Love this interview with Ed Dolman from Bloomberg on the art market … or should we say the Contemporary art market. Like the term ‘consolidation’! Maybe some people are wising up to the fact that getting caught up in a bidding … More…
Long-Lost Caravaggio Hangs in Major Tokyo Exhibit
The whereabouts on “Mary Magdalene in Ecstasy” by the Baroque master, Caravaggio had remained a mystery until 2014 when it was discovered in a private collection. The 1606 work, only known through copies made by the artists followers, was authenticated … More…
Painting of the Day (SOLD) Anthony Mastromatteo’s “Model (Pair)”
Model (Pair): One of my favorite series of paintings is Roy Lichtenstein’s Brushstroke series. I love it because it is a very clear example of the dialogue between works and between artistic works, movements or eras that lend true meaning to the visual … More…
Hong Kong’s Leader Says It Will Ban Ivory Trade
Here is an earlier article on the ivory trade and Hong Kong’s efforts to stop illegal poaching. I understand the need to stop people from slaughtering animals just for their ivory, but I do hope they will figure out how to … More…
