L.A. Art Dealer Expands to Tribeca, Racquel Chevremont Is Now a ‘Real Housewife,’ and More Juicy Art World Gossip

Wet Paint

L.A. Art Dealer Expands to Tribeca, Racquel Chevremont Is Now a ‘Real Housewife,’ and More Juicy Art World Gossip

Plus, which art stars dined at Lucien this week? And which artist had a long history of getting kicked out of the Odeon?

By Annie Armstrong, Mar 28, 2024

The Back Room

Work of the Week: Katsushika Hokusai’s ‘Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji’

Christie's has set a record for the Japanese artist three times in a row.

By Margaret Carrigan, Mar 27, 2024

The Hammer

Simon de Pury on Defying Art Market Pessimism (and Crocodiles)

Following the outstanding sale of her collection, the veteran auctioneer looks back on his friendship with Monique Barbier-Mueller.

By Simon de Pury, Mar 27, 2024

Analysis

5 Questions for Art Advisor and Collector Patricia Marshall About How Paris’s Art Market Can Reach the Next Level

The influential art insider muses on the investments needed—and ingredients already in place—across the French cultural scene.

By Katya Kazakina, Mar 27, 2024

Art Fairs

‘Nobody Wants to Show Off’: This Year’s Art Basel Hong Kong Is Slower, More Subdued

Some individual collectors appear to be cautious, but institutional buyers are helping to fill the gap.

By Ilaria Maria Sala, Mar 26, 2024

Auctions

Here Are the 10 Most Expensive Lots Sold at Auction in January 2024

A 16th-century bronze came out on top, and one American painter made two appearances, as did a U.S. president.

By Artnet News, Mar 26, 2024

Market

Art Industry Power Brokers Are Out in Full Force for Art Basel Hong Kong

Despite political and economic challenges, Hong Kong's art world players are resilient, bringing top-notch offerings to visitors.

By Vivienne Chow, Mar 26, 2024

Market

Museum Patron Alan Lau on Hong Kong’s Unique Role in the Art Ecosystem

The fintech executive says that Asian cities should not 'pitch themselves against each other.’

By Alan Lau, Mar 26, 2024

The Back Room

Paint Drippings: Everything You Missed in the Art Industry Last Week

Get caught up on the latest market moves, fast.

By Annie Armstrong, Mar 26, 2024

Market

Art Basel Hong Kong Arrives Amid Economic and Political Uncertainties

A recap of the context of Hong Kong ahead of Art Basel's return this week.

By Vivienne Chow, Mar 25, 2024

Analysis

5 Questions for Art Dealer Amanda Hon About the Future of Hong Kong’s Art Market

The managing director of Ben Brown Fine Arts, Hong Kong, and co-president of the Hong Kong Art Gallery Association discusses the city’s collaborative spirit as the leading Asian art hub.

By Vivienne Chow, Mar 25, 2024

The Art Detective

‘It’s Not a Soft Landing’: Contemporary Art Prices Come Crashing Down. Is This the End?

Current market conditions challenge the popular belief that art always goes up.

By Katya Kazakina, Mar 22, 2024

Auctions

The Brooklyn Museum’s Sale of Period Rooms More Than Doubles Estimates

While market watchers were pleased at the results, some observers were dismayed at the sale.

By Brian Boucher, Mar 22, 2024

Auctions

Top Flops: What Crashed and Burned at the London Auctions—and Why

Here are five pieces that failed to find buyers—and what that might mean for the markets of their makers.

By Artnet News, Mar 21, 2024

Wet Paint

Salon 94 Loses a Top Artist, Fresh Details on Cady Noland’s L.A. Show, and More Juicy Art World Gossip

Plus, what did you miss at Jamian Juliano-Villani's afterparty for her Gagosian show?

By Annie Armstrong, Mar 21, 2024