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art history social realism - Ramond Hendry Williams (1900–1977), "Pursuit of Happiness," 1947, oil on canvas, 44 x 48 in., collection of the author, photo courtesy Heritage Auctions

One-Hit Wonders in Art

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As far as we can tell, neither painting was exhibited publicly, yet both are superb examples of 20th-century American social realism.

Favorite Painting: “Beggar with a Duffle Coat”

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Edouard Manet was born to an upper-middle-class family, but he was infused with an empathy for beggars and others who had been pushed out of the city as the capital expanded and ...
Julius LeBlanc Stewart, "Five O’Clock Tea," 1883–84, oil on canvas, 65 1/2 x 90 1/2 in., collection of Diane Jacobsen, Jacksonville

The “Parisianization” of Julius LeBlanc Stewart

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At first glance, the art and career of Julius LeBlanc Stewart suggest the conventional trope of the privileged American-born artist living abroad, yet a closer look ...

From Film to Fine Art: Sculptor Maudie Brady

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This artist's work can be seen not only in Barcelona’s Museu Europeu d’Art Modern, but also in such celebrated film franchises as ...
PleinAir Salon art competition - James Fleeson, “Dairy Land,” oil, 12 x 24 in.

“Dairy Land” Lands Salon

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Please help us congratulate the Overall First Place winner in this round of the PleinAir Salon, judged by ...
Kathy Anderson, "Summer Yellow Roses," 2024, oil on board, 11 x 14 in.

Kathy Anderson’s Artful Flowers

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A florist is usually focused on creating symmetry, balancing colors and flowers in equal measure, with everything at its peak. These paintings, on the other hand, “look like a garden.”

Collecting Art: A Moment of Pure Connection

This couple's collecting journey began with a shared love of vintage black-and-white photographs featuring such iconic figures as Frida Kahlo, Jacqueline Kennedy, and Paul McCartney.

How a Brooklyn Couple Built an Art Collection that Reflects a Lifetime of Creativity

Spanning centuries and styles, this fine art collection captures the beauty of modern and historic works displayed in art-filled homes and spaces.
PleinAir Salon - Fernando Micheli, “Lovrijenac Fortress Overlook, Dubrovnik,” oil, 18 x 14 in.

Winning Work: “Lovrijenac Fortress Overlook, Dubrovnik”

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Please help us congratulate the Overall First Place winner in this round of the PleinAir Salon, judged by ...
fine art collection - FRANCIS A. SILVA (1835–1886), "Off Eastern Point Light, Gloucester," 1874, oil on canvas, 18 x 30 1/4 in., available through Debra Force Fine Arts (New York)

The Hidden Costs of Valuable Art

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What to do with objects that are outsized in value relative to everything else one owns? Here are some options to consider, including ...

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