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Elizabeth II and the Opening of the Royal Collections
During her 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth II happily opened the Royal Collection to researchers and the public, doing more in this regard than any of her predecessors. Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace in 1969. In the background, King George III Reviewing the Fleet in Portsmouth.© Heritage Images/Bridgeman Images When a…
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Da Vinci Drawing May Sell for $16 Million at Christie’s
A drawing by Italian Renaissance master Leonardo da Vinci may set a new auction record this July. Its presale estimate ranges from USD 11.2 million to $16.9 million. Titled Head of a Bear, the piece will lead the upcoming Exceptional Sale, hosted by Christie’s London on July 8th, 2021. It…
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From Dalí to Royal Decrees: Akiba Antiques' Latest Estate Offerings
Salvador Dalí’s obsession with rhinoceroses began with an Albrecht Dürer woodcut of the animal, which hung in Dalí’s childhood home. Later in life, Dalí found connections to rhinoceros horns in the work of other masters, including Leonardo da Vinci and Johannes Vermeer. He even dreamed of making a statue of…
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Early Jean-Michel Basquiat Painting Could Fetch Nearly $50 Million at Sotheby’s
Known for his gestural style inspired by graffiti, Jean-Michel Basquiat was one of the leading American artists of the 20th century. His works include references to historical art movements, religious iconography, and pop culture. Despite his short career, Basquiat holds an important place in the history of American art. Unlike…
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6 Greek Myths You Should Know to Understand Art History
Raoul Dufy Léda et le Cygne, 1926BAILLY GALLERY Greek myths have captivated the imaginations of artists since ancient sculptors created gods and goddesses out of marble. The trials of ancient Greek heroes and monsters have served as inspiration for Renaissance masters, Surrealists, and conceptual artists alike. Although no unified telling of Greek mythology exists, sources like…
