June 12, 2012 - Antiques And The Arts Weekly

  • The New Barnes Opens In Philadelphia
    June 12, 2012

    After years of controversy and litigation, the Barnes Foundation, one of the world?s great collections of Modern art, opened in its new location in downtown Philadelphia. Penn., on May 19. Assembled by the eccentric Dr Albert Barnes and hung in idiosyncratic “ensembles” in a suburban Merion mansion in 1925, the trove was by its owner’s will to remain exactly as it was after his death. A decade ago, when the foundation’s board, frustrated by limits on hours and attendance and short on finances, announced plans to relocate, many objected that such a move would be contrary to Barnes’ wishes and would undermine the integrity of his singular vision. Protests, court actions and much anguish ensued until the move to Central City Philadelphia finally got the green light. The result is a pleasant revelation to many former naysayers. The 93,000-square-foot Barnes Foundation is now part of the city’s Museum Row, ideally sited to attract the wide general public and further the mission Barnes envisioned.

  • Brandywine River Museum Antiques Show Sees Good Sales
    June 12, 2012

    A highlight of Memorial Day weekend, the Brandywine River Museum Antiques Show was a lovely affair as usual, and drew a good-sized crowd from many states, cementing its reputation as a destination show surrounded by a bevy of cultural attractions in the area.

  • Native American Art Takes Center Stage At Caddigan Auctioneers
    June 12, 2012

    Native American art amassed beginning in the 1930s by a dedicated Connecticut collector held center stage at Caddigan Auctioneers†May 19 sale.

  • Loyal Core Of Dealers, Collectors Pack Into Coyle Auction Gallery
    June 12, 2012

    For nearly three decades, knowledgeable bidders have headed to Bellingham, Mass., where the Coyle family has run auctions. Since a gallery fire five years ago, the Coyles have run sales in Medway and area towns. Savvy bidders know it is a good idea to follow them anywhere. The May 15 sale, like most Coyle sales, packed the VFW hall with a loyal core of dealers and collectors who know they will be rewarded.

  • aintings Of Light And LifeSummer Feature At Fenimore
    June 12, 2012

    A rare grouping of paintings and sketches from American Impressionist masters highlights the summer season at the Fenimore Art Museum.

  • Two Changes For Rhinebeck Antiques Fair ummer MagicOut, New October Dates
    June 12, 2012

    Bruce Garrett, manager of the Rhinebeck Antiques Fairs, announced this week two changes in the schedule for the remaining 2012 fairs.

  • Antiques Stolen At Spitfire Lake Camp
    June 12, 2012

    New York State Police, Troop B, Ray Brook, N.Y., is investigating a burglary that occurred at a camp on Spitfire Lake on May 21. Reported stolen were various antiques and approximately eight vintage rugs.

  • Antique Rollinsons Dolls Reported Stolen
    June 12, 2012

    Two Rollinsons dolls were reported stolen in May from a private home here. The boy and girl dolls are 16½ inches tall and each has a replaced ear. They are valued at $1,100 each.



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