American Fine Art
Placing a $10M Price Tag on Joy: Original Bob Ross Painting for Sale
When you consider how long 'The Joy of Painting' ran on PBS and how Bob Ross’s legacy has grown since his death in 1995, maybe $9.85 million isn't too much to ask for the first episode’s painting. Maybe.
$4 Thrift Shop Painting Purchase Could be Worth $250,000 at Auction
An original painting by N.C. Wyeth, stumbled upon in a New Hampshire thrift shop six years ago and forgotten in a closet, now highlights a September event at Bonhams Skinner auction house.
Sculptor Edmonia Lewis a Pioneer for Women, Minority Artists
Sculptor beat odds and shattered expectations to become the first woman of African-American and Native American heritage to achieve international recognition and fame as a sculptor in the fine arts world.
Rare Frederick Childe Hassam Painting Leads Hess’ Auction
The June 19 Summer Showcase features other lots of antiques, fine art, silver time pieces, and objets d’art.
How a Little Black Dress Scandalized Paris in 1884
The infamous painting, Madame X, caused so much outrage, it ruined a woman’s reputation and caused the artist to flee the country.
Patience Wright: The Madame Tussaud of America
Recognized as the country's first sculptor, Patience Wright's wax portraits were ahead of their time.
African American Art Sets Records
Sales at Swann Auction Galleries Continue to Surpass Estimates
The Groundbreaking Leaps of Sculptor Augusta Savage
The artist and activist also blazed trails for other Black artists.
A Meowsterpiece Revisited
In observance of Oct. 29 being National Cat Day, here’s the story behind 'My Wife's Lovers,' one of the most celebrated paintings of felines.
FBI Nabs Art Forgery Ring
Federal agents shut down massive Michigan operation that allegedly forged noted American artists and crafted counterfeit sports and Hollywood memorabilia. Self-described artist who orchestrated conspiracy fooled experts for years.
N.C. Wyeth, Rockwell lead American art auction
A pair of paintings by iconic American artist Newell Convers Wyeth combined to sell for more than $1.1 million, leading Heritage Auctions' May 3, 2019, auction of fine art.
D.H. Lawrence painting claims $28,800
If you were late to Saturday’s session of Eldred’s two-day spring sale of art and antiques April 5-6, you missed a few of the day’s most exciting lots ...
Enchanting cat painting claims $21,060
A diverse and enticing selection of artwork attracted active bidding at Thomaston Place Auction Galleries Winter sale March 1-3.
Maurice Sendak decorated cow sells for $93,750
A tabletop cow, decorated by Maurice Sendak with scenes and characters from Where the Wild Things Are, sold at Heritage Auctions for $93,750.
‘Young Bill Cody’ oil on canvas may ride to $30K
Hindman LLC has announced the Spring Arts of the American West auction that will be conducted on Thursday, May 2 at 10 a.m. MT in the Denver saleroom.
