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Collecting Prints and Multiples by American Icons

06/17/2022     Latest News, News and Film, Modern and Contemporary Art

Collecting Prints and Multiples by American Icons

A look at defining American prints featured in Freeman's June 29 Art and Design auction.


Robert Kipniss's Atmospheric Canvases

06/17/2022     Latest News, News and Film, Modern and Contemporary Art

Robert Kipniss's Atmospheric Canvases

A selection of five works by Kipniss on offer at Freeman's June 29.


High Notes: Music in Art

06/15/2022     Latest News, News and Film, 20th Century and Contemporary Design, Modern and Contemporary Art

High Notes: Music in Art

On offer in Freeman's June 29 Art and Design auction: works that capture the vibrant energy of live music.


Why the Still Life Still Matters

05/31/2022     Latest News, News and Film, American Art

Why the Still Life Still Matters

Exploring a classic form, from 17th-century Dutch masters to 20th-century innovators.


What is Illustration Art?

05/24/2022     Latest News, News and Film, American Art

What is Illustration Art?

Works on offer in Freeman's June 5 American Art and Pennsylvania Impressionists auction demonstrate the staying power of Illustration Art.


The Most Significant Canvas from Childe Hassam's Parisian Period

05/13/2022     Latest News, News and Film, American Art

The Most Significant Canvas from Childe Hassam's Parisian Period

The highlight of Freeman's June 5 American Art and Pennsylvania Impressionists auction is this large, sun-dappled oil on canvas by the celebrated American Impressionist.


On the Prowl: Collecting Animal Brooches

05/11/2022     Latest News, News and Film, Jewelry and Watches

On the Prowl: Collecting Animal Brooches

See how designers across time periods and styles have looked to the animal kingdom for inspiration.


Five Modern & Contemporary Portraits to Add to Your Collection

05/06/2022     Latest News, News and Film, Modern and Contemporary Art

Five Modern & Contemporary Portraits to Add to Your Collection

On offer at Freeman's May 11 Modern and Contemporary Art auction: portraits in pencil, paint, and photography.


The Furniture of Frank Lloyd Wright

05/04/2022     News and Film, 20th Century and Contemporary Design

The Furniture of Frank Lloyd Wright

Designed alongside his buildings, Wright's furniture offers a window into his process.


Meet the Peales, the First Family of American Artists

04/28/2022     News and Film, American Furniture, Folk and Decorative Arts

Meet the Peales, the First Family of American Artists

On offer at Freeman's May 3, a selection of portraits by the distinguished Peale family.


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