In 1704, in order to bring the interior decoration of the Liechtenstein summer palace to its long-delayed completion, Prince Johann Adam Andreas I von Liechtenstein (1657–1712) engaged Andrea Pozzo (1642–1709) to decorate the Great Hall, following several failed attempts by Marcantonio Franceschini [Read More]
Daily Archives: August 22, 2009
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The Serpentine Gallery presents a major survey of six decades of work by the influential artist and activist Gustav Metzger. Metzger’s practice represents a life-long involvement in left-wing politics, ecology and the creative and destructive powers of twentieth century industrialised societies. This [Read More]
Christie’s has announced the forthcoming Swiss Art sale is to be held on 21 September 2009. The auction comprises 153 lots spanning over four centuries of Swiss Art History. The evening sale offers numerous highlights by notable Swiss artists, including, amongst others, [Read More]
The Bolinas Museum’s 17th Annual Benefit Auction being held on September 19th at 3pm features over 35 works by prominent Northern California artists as well as several vacation houses, wines, outings and print portfolios. The event will again take place at Buells’ [Read More]
On September 16, Christie’s South Asian Modern + Contemporary Art sale will feature over 100 works from the leading 20th and 21st century artists from South Asia, including artists from India and Pakistan. The sale will focus on prime examples of many [Read More]