There are a great many art and antique shows in New York. The number can easily overwhelm the newcomer or the seasoned veteran. You must pick and choose which shows to attend if you plan to survive. If you have the opportunity, choose the American Art Fair at the National Academy Museum. This year the … Continue reading The American Art Fair at the National Academy Museum
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Eight Pounds of Tonalism Hits the Sidewalk
Once again the doorbell rang after dark. The lack of sunlight and the time of year made it seem appropriate that it was the UPS delivery person bringing a copy of David Cleveland’s new book A History of American Tonalism,1880-1920. After-all, it’s never morning in a tonalist painting, and never Spring. I could hear it … Continue reading Eight Pounds of Tonalism Hits the Sidewalk
Report from Opening Night at the National Academy Art Fair
NEW YORK CITY. With only 11 well-established dealers showing at The American Art Fair and a who's who of American art collectors sipping champagne at the gala opening, it was clearly an insider event. The offerings were spectacular, with many new-to-the-market paintings gracing the dealers' walls. That, I suppose, is the endowment of the recession. … Continue reading Report from Opening Night at the National Academy Art Fair
An Art Fair to Remember
The opening reception for The American Art Fair at the National Academy really topped off a day of looking at paintings. The caliber of paintings I’d say could probably rival what’s in the NA’s permanent collection. The event was first-class. We were greeted with a quartet and handed wine before we ascended the stairs to … Continue reading An Art Fair to Remember
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