René Magritte’s La reconnaissance infinie (1933) is poised to headline Christie’s “The Art of the Surreal” evening sale on March 5th in London. The painting holds a presale estimate of £6,000,000–£9,000,000 ($7.5 million–$11.3 million), a notable increase from its last auction price of £677,250 ($1.2 million) at Christie’s London in 2004.La reconnaissance infinie features a variegated orb hovering above a serene mountainous landscape. On top of the orb, a suited figure stands with one hand tucked into his pocket. The scene is framed by a window sill as if the viewer is observing the orb and tranquil terrain, evocative of…
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Will Seippel, CEO of WorthPoint, enjoys watching the items sold at auctions held by our WorthPoint Industry Partners. We thought it would be a great idea for him to select some of his favorite sold items and explain why those sales stood out to him. Gaining insights from Will is an excellent way to learn about buying and selling trends in our industry. We want to empower you to buy and sell with confidence. Take a look at his thoughts on a few of our partners’ recent sales. On February 10, WorthPoint recently added an impressive 279,775 items to its…
Theresa West-Taylo and her daughter Claire Taylo stand beside the Nancy Noel painting they found at a Goodwill in Port Charlotte, Florida.Chuck Taylo Last November, art teacher Theresa West-Taylo was in Florida with her daughter and decided to stop by a Goodwill store in Port Charlotte. West-Taylo found a large, vibrant painting of pink flowers marked for $24.99. Being from Indiana, however, she spotted an important detail that a Floridian might overlook: the signature of celebrated Indiana artist Nancy Noël, whose paintings can sell for over $60,000. West-Taylo did what any savvy shopper would do: she quickly scooped up the…
Pixar Animation Studios has finally stepped up to the TV plate with their first original series, “Win or Lose.” The Disney-owned animation studio previously produced television specials, miniseries, and shorts, but they were all extensions of their existing films. “Win or Lose” presents an imaginative examination of the interpersonal dynamics within a middle school softball team, encompassing the players, their parents, and their teachers, all undergoing distinct experiences. Think of “Rashomon” in the spirit and imaginative art direction of Domee Shi’s “Turning Red” and Enrico Casarosa’s “Luca”—two of the best Pixar films within the past decade. Yet, I highlight the…
ComingSoon is debuting an exclusive The Big Johnson teaser trailer, previewing the upcoming documentary about the life of New York City drag queen, punk rock star, and nightlife legend Dean Johnson. What happens in The Big Johnson teaser trailer? The Big Johnson teaser trailer details the life of Johnson, who was the frontman of two bands, Dean and the Weenies and the Velvet Mafia. The film’s trailer also tackles Johnson’s status as an openly gay rock star and Johnson’s status as a sex worker, as well as his mysterious death in 2007 from an apparent drug overdose. Check out the…
Jade Cargill has been making headlines for days regarding her potential WWE return, and she just shared a major update. Reports confirm that Cargill recently returned to the WWE Performance Center, with creative plans reportedly close to being finalized. Cargill’s presence at the Performance Center strongly suggests she will return soon. She has been off WWE television for nearly two months after suffering a brutal backstage attack. The attack took place on the November 22nd episode of WWE SmackDown. An unknown attacker viciously ambushed Jade Cargill backstage, leaving her bloodied on a car. Meanwhile, her tag team partner, Bianca Belair,…
Frieze New York will return to the Shed this May with over 65 galleries representing more than 25 countries. This year’s edition, which runs from May 7 to May 11, aims to provide a snapshot of contemporary art’s commercial and conceptual concerns. It features a mix of international heavyweights, like White Cube, Goodman Gallery and Kurimanzutto, alongside prominent New York galleries such as Gagosian and David Zwirner. The Focus section, curated for the second year by Lumi Tan, offers a platform for emerging galleries and lesser-known artists. Seven of the twelve exhibitors presenting solo shows in the section are first-time…
When Hummels debuted in 1935, the sweet little porcelain figurines of rosy-cheeked children immediately charmed the public. Ninety years later, Hummels are still beloved additions to homes and coveted by millions of collectors worldwide. While modestly priced Hummels dominate today’s market, some rare and limited-edition figurines can sell for thousands of dollars. FACTORS THAT AFFECT HUMMEL VALUES Hummels were created by Sister Maria Innocentia (born Berta Hummel), a German Franciscan nun and prolific artist. The first figurines based on her paintings were produced by Goebel Porcelain and debuted at the Trade Fair in Leipzig, Germany, in 1935. Hundreds of figurines…
Archaeologists have discovered a “monumental necropolis” dating to the pre-Roman Iron Age (500 BCE-1 BCE) in Santa Croce, according Italian officials. The ancient cemetery found in the Northern Italian city of Trento includes at least 200 individual tombs. Experts believe the discovery provides new details on the region’s history. The necropolis was discovered while restoration and development work was taking place on a historic building in the area. The project was led by the city’s archaeological heritage office, according to a news release from Trento’s provincial council. Related Articles According to CBS News, prehistoric flooding from nearby rivers likely helped…
Sophia and Tate are set to become young parents in Days of Our Lives, however, they have no intentions of keeping the baby. They have decided to put their kid up for adoption against Sophia’s mother, Amy’s wishes. Currently, the two are finding suitable parents for their newborn, who will provide him/her necessary care and attention. The latest preview suggests that they have already found a fit couple to adopt their baby, but who are they? Here are the details of Sophia and Tate’s current situation on Days of Our Lives and the potential adoptive parents of their baby. Will…
