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Love It or Hate It? Damien Hirst's Spin Art
Despite the fact that much of it conjures memories of school fair spin art, 223 lots of work by Damien Hirst grossed a record $200 million at a Sotheby's auction in London this week. Perhaps you agree with Andy Warhol, who said, "Art is what you can get away with." In that case, you'd snatch up Hirst's spin art in a heartbeat (if you had the dough).
This Just In: Paris Antique Dealer Closing, Sotheby's NY to Hold Huge Auction
According to the New York Times,
one of the most prominent antiques dealers in Paris, Ariane Dandois, is going out of business after 34 years and Sotheby's New York is holding the blow-out sale of her inventory. The sale of Dandois's sleekly modern three-floor Right Bank gallery and her warehouse on the Left Bank will take place on October 25 and 26.
The stock of over 1500 pieces consists primarily of furniture and other decor from France, Italy, Russia, Scandinavia, Spain, Germany, and England, particularly the neo-classical period of the late 18th and early 19th century.
"Beyond Limits" Show Opens Today in Chatsworth, England
Starting today, the 2009 Sotheby's show "Beyond Limits" opens in Chatsworth, England. Showcasing world-renowned artists including Antony Gormley, Henry Moore, Marc Quinn, and Richard Hudson, the exhibition features more than 25 monumental modern and contemporary outdoor sculptures. If you can't make it to Chatsworth between now and Nov.
Open House: The Ladies of the House
From today until April 14, the exhibition Women can be seen at Sotheby's New York. The artwork, all of which depict the feminine figure, is on loan to Sotheby's from the collection of Steven and Alexandra Cohen. While most of us can only dream about having a Vincent van Gogh on display in our home, that doesn't mean that feminine art is out of our grasp.
Casa Quickie: Hang It Diagonally
It's a dream to curate a personal collection of original art, but it's not always in the budget. Sometimes, though, just the frame you use to hang something or the way it's hung is visually intriguing enough that what's behind the glass is of little consequence. Artists, designers, and art directors Jonathan and Annie Zawada made the most of a simple drawing by hanging it diagonally in their Sydney home, photographed by Todd Selby.
Would You Hang This In Your Home?
Who might appreciate this precious art asset? Perhaps Sir Mix-A-Lot? He is a fan of both music and fannies.
Coveted Crib: Nest
I've long admired Minneapolis artist Amy Rice's fantastic artwork, and when I ran across photos from her collaboration with artist and textile designer Terrence Payne, "Nest," I had to share them with you. Collaborating with Sotheby's real estate group, Rice and Payne transformed a historic Minneapolis home into an artistic wonderland, layering furniture and home accents with their imagery and patterns.
I'm particularly taken with the over-the-top eccentricity of the Fuzzy Ball chair.
How Would You . . .
For the next round of this challenge, I'd like you to take a look at this Pair of Sheep Sculptures (sold). These 1960s Dollys were made with real angora in the manner of one of the art world's most original designer-sculptors, Claude Lalanne. LaLanne and his wife Francois-Xavier are a sculpting and industrial designing pair known for their Surrealist and Realist objets d'art, like these life-size furry creatures that Coco Chanel kept in her living room.
Coveted Crib: Gwen Stefani's Old Digs
According to Big Time, the former home of Gwen Stefani, and current home of That '70s Show creator Mark Brazill is on the market for nearly $4.9 million. Built in 1928, Sotheby's calls it "one of the finest Mediterranean estates in Los Feliz." With Moroccan-looking tiles throughout, many original architectural details, as well as magnificent landscaping, it truly is stunning.
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