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May 29, 2009

The Art World’s Plastic Surgeon

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By guest blogger, Emily Waldorf of ArtsEtoile. Contemporary art conservator Christian Scheidemann’s work is undeniably similar to that of a cosmetic surgeon, though he would rather be compared to a “urologist” according to Rebecca Mead, who wrote a fascinating article about him, “The Art Doctor,” in the May 11, 2009 issue of The New Yorker. Mr. [...] (more...)

May 15, 2009

Negotiating the Private Sale

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Jeff Koons’ Hanging Heart Violet was recently sold through a private sale, By guest blogger, Emily Waldorf of ArtsEtoile. Profits are down at Sotheby’s and Christie’s, but business in their private sales departments has doubled. Selling privately is very attractive now since it is quick, confidential, and avoids the inherent production costs and time delay of selling [...] (more...)

Apr 13, 2009

Design Lessons at the Getty- Taking Shape: Finding Sculpture in the Decorative Arts & Made for Manufacture Unveiled

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Greyhounds after a design by Thomas Hope, English, early 1800s. By guest blogger, Emily Waldorf of ArtsEtoile. The Getty just unveiled two exciting complementary exhibitions on March 31st: Made for Manufacture and Taking Shape: Finding Sculpture in the Decorative Arts. The two shows highlight some of the gems of the Getty permanent collection as well a few [...] (more...)

Mar 27, 2009

Giambattista Tiepolo’s Portrait of a lady as Flora

In Search of Quality & Value: A Return to Old Masters

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Giambattista Tiepolo’s Portrait of a Lady as Flora By guest blogger, Emily Waldorf of ArtsEtoile. Did you know that Jeff Koons, John Currin, and Damien Hirst all collect Old Masters? In a follow up to my post, “The Recession’s Silver Lining: Art Quality & Value Improve,” I wanted to pinpoint where exactly quality and value are to [...] (more...)

Mar 13, 2009

Kirchner’s “Fränzi in Front of Carved Chair”

Brücke: Startling and Raw Emotion at New York’s Neue Galerie

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Kirchner’s “Fränzi in Front of Carved Chair” This week’s insider look at the art world from Decorati guest blogger and Art Advisor, Emily Waldorf of ArtsEtoile takes us to Germany in the early 20th century. Housed in a 1914 mansion built for the Vanderbilt family by architects Carrère and Hastings (of New York Public Library fame), the Neue [...] (more...)

Feb 27, 2009

The Recession’s Silver Lining: Art Quality & Availability Improve

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David Wojnarowicz’s photograph from his 1977-79 series “Rimbaud in New York,” captures the current art market climate Here is another insider look at the art world from Decorati guest blogger and Art Advisor, Emily Waldorf of ArtsEtoile. This week, Emily looks on the bright side of current economic news with some advice for art lovers. Art and [...] (more...)

Feb 13, 2009

Buyer Beware: Read The Fine Print When Bidding At Auction

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Welcome to the first official post from new Decorati guest blogger and Art Advisor, Emily Waldorf of ArtsEtoile. This week, check out her helpful hints and tips on navigating the complex world of auctions. It is staggering how many auction house clients, including seasoned collectors who should know better, fail to read the fine print when bidding [...] (more...)