Author: Sam Art
Art MarketTabish KhanInstallation view of The Brown Collection. Courtesy of The Brown Collection.What unites Damien Hirst, Gilbert & George and Glenn Brown? As well as being British artists, they all, in 2024, run private museums that have displayed their own works and, in the case of Hirst and Brown, works by other artists they have in their collections as well. So what is a private museum? Based on the book by Georgina Adams The Rise and Rise of the Private Art Museumit is an institution “intended to house and display the founder’s art collection and generally lacks the ‘full services’…
A chalet in the Italian Alps with panoramic views of the Matterhorn has just come on the market, and the price, like the peak that towers over it, is high. At $26.5 million (€24 million) it is the most expensive house ever listed in the Italian Alps (houses across the Swiss border are another story). Echoing the pyramidal shape of the nearby Matterhorn, the property sits in a literal league of its own, perched only about 325 feet above the main village of Cervinia, Italy.The house is located in Cervinia, Italy. Photo: Samuel Giudice – Stopdown StudioThe 12,917-square-foot property, called…
Christine Bleny, a French artist hailing from Strasbourg, has woven her artistic journey into the rich tapestry of the UK for the past two decades. A connoisseur of fine art, Bleny’s trajectory in the realm of creativity began over 25 years ago when she embarked on formal training in fine art techniques. However, it was a fortuitous encounter with a French art teacher that ignited the flames of her true passion for painting. Bleny’s artistic skills are as diverse as the strokes on her canvas. Inspired by luminaries such as Klimt, Gauguin, Monet, Botticelli, and Dalí, she also draws from…
Bathsheba King, with Jamaican and Ghanaian roots, was born in Toronto, Ontario, and raised in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Bathsheba’s artistic journey is a testament to cultural identity and the strength derived from the fusion of diverse influences. Bathsheba’s art is an exploration of self, a celebration of her rich heritage, and a reflection of the myriad passions that fuel her creative spirit. The artist’s palette is as diverse as her background, encompassing a range of mediums from painting to fashion design. Her creative energy flows through various channels. At the core of Bathsheba’s inspiration is her deep connection to her…
Sonja Kalb, born in Stuttgart, Germany, began her journey into the world of art with a passion for expressing herself through the interplay of colors and compositions. Armed with a degree as a Dipl. Ing. Textile and Design, she has merged precision and artistry throughout her career. Sonja Kalb currently resides and works in the artistic hub of Düsseldorf, where her creative spirit finds inspiration in the rich tapestry of life. Her artistic career has transitioned from figurative painting to collage and eventually to abstraction. “I reduce to the essential: shapes and the substance of colors,” says Sonja Kalb, succinctly…
Jarron Carter, a native of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has embarked on an artistic odyssey that led him from the streets of the Midwest to the revered halls of the Louvre Museum in Paris—an extraordinary trajectory that encapsulates the transformative influence of art and the unyielding spirit of its creator. In 2015, Carter initiated his career by making a daring choice to depart from his Milwaukee roots and immerse himself in the vast landscapes of Los Angeles. A city known for its dreams and challenges, LA served as both the canvas and crucible for Carter’s artistic metamorphosis. Confronting the harsh realities of…
You’ve seen the headlines. “Kate Fowle, former director of MoMA PS1, joins Hauser & Wirth” . “Pace Gallery Hires Hirshhorn Museum Curator Mark Beasley to Lead Its New ‘Live’ Art Program. In recent years, there has been a steady exodus of high-profile American museum curators into the commercial sector. But look a little further and you’ll find that the trend doesn’t stop in the curatorial department. Mid-level registrars, senior event producers, visitor services associates, video editors, retail assistants, and even museum educators too they’re making the switch.And their transitions may have an even greater impact and reveal more about the…
Phillips earned $840.7 million at auctions in the past year, according to the auction house ARTnews—a figure that marks a 15 percent decrease from the previous year’s total of just over $1 billion. The Russian company is the smallest of the big three houses, with headquarters in New York, London and Hong Kong. In 2023, it spent its resources reconfiguring its main locations, announcing that it had added specialists in Asia in December. In July, Phillips consolidated its Los Angeles operations after eliminating two regional positions on the West Coast. Related Articles In 2023, the top five works sold by…
Pasquale J. Cuomo, a seasoned photographer with over 50 years of experience, began his journey as an amateur in his teens. Cuomo’s dedication and passion evolved, propelling him into the realm of professional photography by 1980. For more than two decades, he immersed himself in various genres, showcasing his talent in fashion, public relations, legal documentation, architectural photography, weddings, advertising, and more. In 1985, Cuomo made the bold decision to commit fully to his craft, establishing himself as a professional photographer. His commitment was reflected in his ownership of a personal lab, extensive equipment, and collaborations with prestigious clients. The…
A Diego Velázquez portrait of Spain’s Queen Isabel de Borbon, expected to break the artist’s previous records, has been quietly withdrawn from auction by Sotheby’s in New York. The court painting, which has been held by a private family trust in the United States since 1978, has been removed due to “ongoing discussions” on behalf of the sellers. The painting did not appear in the auction house’s digital sales catalog published on December 21. There is speculation that a US museum may have made a bid, however Sotheby’s declined to comment, the Art Journal reported on Friday. The painting from…