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Art Shopping Paris: Between Skin and Structure – Reframing the Contemporary Gaze

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Touch Me by Jiayi Yu, showing overlapping pale hands against a dark background.

Beneath the Louvre’s iconic pyramid, a hidden world of contemporary expression pulses with color, tension, and introspection. From heart-shaped imprints to purple pools of desire, a new generation of artists is transforming the Carrousel du Louvre into a sensory battleground—where memory, identity, and illusion collide. What unfolds isn’t just an art fair, but a visceral dialogue between cultures, mediums, and moments suspended in glass, shadow, and skin. Dive into the installations redefining how we see and feel in a world constantly shifting beneath our feet.

One of the Rarest and Most Important Islamic Glass Artifacts to Appear at Auction: Egypt’s First Prime Minister Nubar Pasha’s Ancient 14th-Century Sarghitmish Mosque Lamp

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Sarghitmish enamelled glass mosque lamp with blue calligraphy, a red-and-white emblem, loop handles and a clear foot.

A rare and historically significant 14th-century Mamluk mosque lamp from Egypt, known as the Sarghitmish lamp, will be a highlight at Bonhams’ Islamic and Indian Art Sale on 12 November 2024. With an estimated value of £600,000-1,000,000, this exquisite piece of Islamic glassware boasts impeccable provenance, having been in the family of Egypt’s first Prime Minister, Nubar Pasha, for over a century. The lamp, commissioned by Emir Sarghitmish during the reign of Sultan an-Nasir Muhammad, is adorned with intricate enamel and gilded inscriptions, blending piety and politics in its design. Its rich exhibition history includes displays in some of Paris’ most prominent museums, making it one of the most important examples of medieval Islamic craftsmanship ever offered at auction.

Gates of the Underground: Sculptors Beránek and Prošek Unveil Mesmerizing Exhibition in Istanbul’s Basilica Cistern

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This large-scale exhibition is one of the most extensive Czech sculpture exhibitions in Istanbul to date. “Gates of the Underground” examines our deep connection to the past by immersing us in the landscapes imagined by Vlastimil Beránek and Jaroslav Prošek. Beránek creates his unique sculptures in his studio in the Czech Republic. His expression of solid foundations encourages everyone to pause, or at least slow down, and appreciate the best feelings within each of us. Beránek is truly a Renaissance personality, excelling as a painter, architect, writer, graphic artist, poet, and designer, with his primary domain remaining sculpture. His simple forms, executed in materials such as glass, represent the perfectionist tendencies that Beránek contrasts with ancient 6,500-year-old wood in his later work, showcasing the ultimate expression of his post-minimalist approach to this medium. Beránek seeks a unique balance between abstract form, inspired by innermost values, and the irrefutable completeness of his sculptures.

Coca-Cola Art and Collectibles in Brief

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From the staggering sale of a Coca-Cola bottle for over $100k to original artworks by renowned artists such as Haddon Sundblom and Norman Rockwell commanding significant prices, the realm of Coca-Cola art has witnessed remarkable transactions that underscore its cultural and monetary value. As we delve into the realm of Coca-Cola art and collectibles, we embark on a journey through time, exploring the profound impact of this iconic brand on art, culture, and the hearts of millions.

Bonhams to Showcase the Helen and David Milling Collection of Arts and Crafts Ceramics and Glass

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The Helen and David Milling Collection, featuring the finest British and American art pottery and glass from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, will be showcased at Bonhams this December. Over the span of half a century, the Michigan couple meticulously assembled an exceptional collection from some of the era’s most renowned potters, designers, and artists. This distinguished assortment comprises more than 350 lots, to be presented across three sales this December: 20th Century Decorative Arts and Ceramics on December 5 in London, Modern Decorative Art & Design on December 12 in New York, and the dedicated Helen and David Milling Online auction from December 8–18 at Bonhams Skinner.