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Art Donations Overflow Limited Museum Storage Across Canada
The Glenbow Museum in Calgary has expanded display space during a $205 million renovation—yet it can still exhibit only a small fraction of its vast collection.
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Explosive Dutch Museum Heist: Romanian Gold Helmet Stolen, Three Arrests Spark Outrage
Authorities have arrested three suspects, but the fate of the priceless artefacts remains unknown.
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Swiss Billionaire Jacob Safra Sues Christie’s Over $100M Art Collection Mishandling
Swiss financier Jacob Safra has filed a lawsuit against Christie’s, alleging mismanagement and devaluation of his $100M art collection, including Einstein’s love letters and Old Master paintings.
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Louvre to Move Mona Lisa: A Cultural Shift or a Paywalled Experience?
Critics warn of commercialization, while Macron calls it a necessary evolution. Will this redefine museum culture or restrict access to da Vinci’s masterpiece?
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Former Orlando Museum Director Aaron De Groft, Linked to Basquiat Forgery Scandal, Dies at 59
Known for his controversial role in the Basquiat forgery scandal, which led to an FBI raid and legal battles, his death comes amid ongoing fallout from the case that shook the art world.
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Paris’ Iconic Museum Faces Dire Need for Rescue
The Louvre Museum is in crisis, facing water leaks, temperature swings, and overcrowding.
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Museum Heist with Explosives: Four Ancient Gold Artefacts Stolen in Bold Raid
Thieves detonated explosives to raid the Drents Museum in the Netherlands, stealing four priceless Dacian artefacts, including the Helmet of Cotofenesti.
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Galerie Thomas Co-Manager Detained Amid Criminal Probe
Silke Thomas, co-manager of Munich’s Galerie Thomas, is in custody amid allegations of fraud and insolvency delays linked to the gallery’s $10 million debt.
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Mondrian Moves to NYC and Discovers Colored Tape
Piet Mondrian’s move to America introduced him to colored adhesive tape, transforming his iconic black lines into vibrant grids of red, blue, and yellow.
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Ace Gallery Founder Sentenced to Two Years for Embezzlement
Doug Chrismas sentenced for embezzling $264K, with prosecutors estimating over $14M in diverted funds.
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Galerie Thomas Under Investigation for Fraud and Insolvency Delays
Consignors demand artwork returns as the gallery faces scrutiny.
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Phillips Reports $843M in 2024 Sales, Auction Revenue Drops 14%
Despite challenges, watches and jewelry sales remained stable.