A roundup of articles recently posted online from the world of art and craft. Happy reading!
In Memoriam: Thomas Buechner: Tribute to Thomas Buechner, the founding director of the Corning Museum of Glass and former director of the Brooklyn Museum, who passed away at the age of 83. He was also an accomplished painter and writer whose impact on the art world, particularly in raising the profile of glass art, will not be forgotten. His obituary in the New York Times can be found here.
Global Frameworks: Art Fair Musical Chairs: The Economist looks at the proliferation of international art fairs and the globalisation of art. Abu Dhabi, anyone?
ARTnews: Rebound and Top Ten Collectors: In brief, the art market is seeing a robust rebound, all eyes are on China, and at the end of the day, collectors buy what they love.
When Discourse Has the Upper Hand Over Art: Speaking of collectors, this New York Times article examines the current trend of a more conceptual approach towards buying art. It's not just about looking good.
Multiplicity in Picasso's Ceramics: During the last 25 years of his life, Picasso devoted a great part of his efforts to creating ceramic pieces. Ceramics: Art and Perception discusses his styles, techniques, and commitment to producing numerous editions of his work.
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