Mollie Dent-Brocklehurst has teamed with Marc Glimcher to found Superblue, an independent new concept that straddles the divide between art and entertainment. Superblue represents a for-profit venture that exhibits seriously respected artists who produce experiential works, rather than objects, and pay them a cut of ticket sales. I hope the business model works.
One-of-a-kind ring. Take a look.
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Bid for the Louvre, 1-15 December, 2020. Each year, Mona Lisa is taken out of its display case and carefully examined by restoration experts. The auction house Christie's and Hotel Drouout in Paris are teaming up offer art lovers the opportunity to witness that process through an auction that ends on December 15, 2020.
Cars and watches are functional. Take a look at the all black Roger Dubuis Excalibur Huracan, which is inspired by the Lamborghini, and Hublot's Big Bang Ferrari 1000 GP in white gold, a tribute to Scuderia Ferrari's 1000th Grand Prix. These two Italian automakers have a whole lot of history between them. For collectors only.
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Architecture is like the art world. It needs another artist to anoint an artist. Artists don't emerge on their own. Architecture is the same. It requires patronage and accumulated luck.
A masterpiece of 1940s design by the celebrated 20th century French jeweler Suzanne Belperron, the piece, named the 'Plastron' necklace, is composed of bezel-set and ovoid-shaped ruby cabochons sprinkled with old-cut diamonds.The necklace's historic provenance is part of its appeal. For collectors only.
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A unique gallery showcasing Black Artists in an apartment. The artworks range from painting and sculpture to photography and mixed media. Podium is open by appointment only.
In Andy Warhol's era, despite his prescient prediction that 'in the future everyone will be world famous for 15 minutes,' a fame came with status you couldn't purchase. But you can certainly put a price on it today----as long as it's genuine. Many thanks to Mark C. O'Flaherty for the insightful report.
Watches are made to be worn. Take a look.
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A beautiful mistake is what makes the image worth looking at. Words are where abstraction and representation meet. Take a look at Adam Pendleton's art.
Collectors take note. Rebag, a New York-based accessories e-tailer known predominately for reselling high-end handbags has now extended its reach to include pre-owned watches and jewelry.
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Swedish explorer and adventure activist Johan Ernst Nilson has partnered with Jacob & Co on a new version of the house classic--the Astronomia Everest with a good story. Take a look.
A must read for watch collectors. Complicated watchmaking is once again taking center stage and beginning a new chapter in a story that originated almost two centuries ago. Enjoy your watch and enjoy your life. Many thanks to Nicholas Foulkes.
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Limited edition. Taschen has just released a spectacular new edition of Sumo which celebrates the work of prolific fashion photographer Helmut Newton. Who knows, in a year or two, it could be worth a small fortune.
Piaget is the 'it' watchmaker. Now with its 'Infinitely Personal' concept, Piaget is returning to its bespoke roots with a contemporary take on the Style Selector. Using an online configurator, clients can customize two of the brand's most popular models, the Altiplano Ultimate Concept and the Altiplano Tourbillon. Take a look.
Omer Arbel's latest series of copper-alloy vessels, dubbed 113 (Omer Arbel's 113th idea), will be displayed at Carwan Gallery in Athens, Greece, through November 7, 2020. Must visit.
