BEST?

Simon de Pury in Paris – The real life auctioneer told Artnet News all about his adventures as an extra on the Netflix show Emily in Paris.

Sold to the Highest Bidder – Even though a financial crisis has impacted the art market, millions of dollars still exchanged hands during the 2020 auction cycle.

Sotheby’s to Sell Artist Trove – The collection of the late artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude will hit the auction block in February, featuring almost 400 lots.

Jeffrey Deitch Dishes – The illustrious art dealer and businessman joins the Art Angle podcast for a frank conversation about his career and future plans.

France Passes Repatriation Bill – A bill to return looted artifacts to Benin and Senegal passed in the French government, despite last minute attempts to derail it.

Let’s Gogh – Three different technology companies are all vying to bring Van Gogh-themed immersive installations to major cities.

Perrotin Plans New Business Model – The French gallery is opening a secondary-market business to offer an alternative to the big auction houses.

WORST?

Americans for the Arts Accused of Toxicity – President of the organization Robert Lynch has taken a leave of absence following allegations of a negative work environment.

Hunter Biden Signs with Soho Gallery – The son of president-elect Joe Biden turned to painting as a form of therapy, and now he’s reportedly planning a solo show at a New York gallery.

Artist Accuses TV Show of Copying His Work – Artist Jamie McCartney was contacted to make artwork for the hit show Fleabag, but the show never followed up and a very similar artwork appeared in its season finale.

Billboard of George Floyd Gets Cancelled – A mural depicting George Floyd’s death was pulled from a billboard that was set to be displayed in Minneapolis.

Double Trouble – One of the thieves who enacted the brazen Green Vault heist has been apprehended, but his twin brother is still on the lam.

Phillips Can Cancel Contract – A judge ruled that due to the lockdowns, the auction house did not have to maintain an agreement with the Nahmad family.