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In this issue

Collector’s guide to Museums & Exhibitions • Visions in Formation • The Art of Elegy • American Beauty • Museum and Event Previews • Gallery Shows • Auctions • Calendar of Events

Norman Rockwell - The most recently acquired piece, "Whig and Tory", executed in 1938 by the famous American painter and illustrator, Norman Rockwell, was hosted at the Norman Rockwell Museum

Recently hosted at the Norman Rockwell Museum, closing in June, was the exhibition Mystery and Wonder: Highlights from the Illustration Collection. Within the collection was the museum’s highlight, and the most recently acquired piece, Whig and Tory, executed in 1938 by the famous American painter and illustrator, Norman Rockwell (18941978). This oil on canvas illustration is quite significant in that it remained unpublished in any magazines the artist was known for working with—most famously The Saturday Evening Post.

2 mins

Beauty in the Commonplace - CW American Modernism explores the history of precisionism through an exhibition of 30 artworks.

CW American Modernism explores the history of precisionism through an exhibition of 30 artworks. Bringing together nine artists and 30 bodies of work, CW American Modernism, based in Los Angeles, presents the special exhibition, The Neo Immaculates. The title, coined by the gallery, encapsulates a unique style that’s clean and minimalistic, “with clearly defined lines and smooth—almost machinelike—surfaces,” describes gallery owner, Chris Walther.

3 mins

Urban Reflections - An exhibition showcases works by urban realist Everett Shinn and his contemporaries

An exhibition showcases works by urban realist Everett Shinn and his contemporaries. Ashcan painter Everett Shinn’s fascination with the stage was a focus throughout his career. His ability to capture movement and drama in theatrical and urban settings distinguishes his work.

4 mins

Through Her Eyes

Lincoln Glenn shines a spotlight on artist Georgina Klitgaard's contributions to American modernism

2 mins

Economic Engines - The following is excerpted from "Museums as Economic Engines," conducted by the AAM & Oxford Economics in 2017 with post-pandemic data from the "2023 Annual National Snapshot of United States Museums," conducted by AAM and Wilkening Consulting For more information visit www.aam-us.org

The following is excerpted from "Museums as Economic Engines," conducted by the AAM & Oxford Economics in 2017 with post-pandemic data from the "2023 Annual National Snapshot of United States Museums," conducted by AAM and Wilkening Consulting For more information visit www.aam-us.orgMuseums play an essential role in cultural and social life across the United States by collecting. preserving, researching and interpreting objects, living specimens and historical records. In doing so, museums enrich our lives, providing forums for learning and support, as well as a variety of services to our communities. Museums preserve and protect more than a billion objects and help the public better understand and appreciate cultural diversity.

7 mins

VISIONS in FORMATION

Yale University Art Gallery showcases the figurative studies used to elevate the grandeur of civic spaces in America

6 mins

THE ART OF ELEGY

The dusks and dawns of Frederic Church's Jamaican landscapes illuminate the nuances of grief in an exhibition at the artist's former home.

6 mins

American Beauty - The impressive Osher Collection of American Art is unveiled at the de Young Museum

The promised substantial gift of paintings, works on paper and sculpture by Bernard and Barbro Osher are on display at the de Young museum in San Francisco. The well-known philanthropists helped fund the construction of the de Young, and their generosity is commemorated through the named Bernard and Barbro Osher Wing and the Barbro Osher Sculpture Garden.American Beauty: The Osher Collection of American Art, featuring the works of 39 prominent artists, continues at the de Young through October 20.

6 mins

The Unlikeliest Collectors

The Springville Spring Salon celebrates its 100th anniversary by looking back at its unusual origins

5 mins

Landscapes for Learning - The Arnot Museum uses its Hudson River School collection to anchor its educational programming

Continuing the mission of its founder, education remains major focus of the Arnot Art a Museum in Elmira, New York. The museum's founding donor, Matthias H. Arnot (1833-1910) was a wealthy banker who believed everyone should have access to fine art and arts learning opportunities. Each weekend, he would open his home to share his collection with the local community. Arnot also emphasized the importance of building an art library, which became part of the museum when it opened in 1913, and now contains nearly 1,000 volumes.

5 mins

All Aboard -An exhibition explores the impact of the railroad on American life through the lens of the country's most prominent painters

Many would argue that no single technological advancement had such a profound impact on the cultural geography or social topography of the United States as the advent of the railroad. In an exploration of how the arrival of trains impacted the visual culture during the rapid industrialization and expansion of the 19th and 20th centuries, the Shelburne Museum presents All Aboard: The Railroad in American Art, 1840-1955.

4 mins

Southwest Ties

New Mexico Museum of Art showcases highlights from its 20\" Century Collection

2 mins

Art History

The Fairfield Museum explores American manufacturing practices in the paintings and murals of Robert Lambdin

2 mins

Nature Drawn

The Amon Carter Museum celebrates the beauty of nature through its collection of works on paper

2 mins

A Promising Sale

Historic American art figures prominently in Shannon's October sale

2 mins

Works of Prominence

Bonhams Skinner presents important 19thand 20th-century American art in its upcoming September sale

1 mins

On the Rise

Swann Auction hosts its African American sale, highlighting artists that have been historically overlooked

2 mins

Poignant Pieces

Several watercolors by prominent American artists are among the highlights in Swann Auction Galleries’ American Art sale

1 mins

Wild Lands

Landscapes and wildlife are the categories to watch at the Jackson Hole Art Auction

2 mins

Historic and Contemporary

DuMouchelles brings works by Tiffany and Frank Stella under the umbrella of one sale

1 mins

American Atmosphere

Louis Ritman’s Hollyhocks leads Christie’s online-only auction of important 19\" and 20\" century works

1 mins

A Healthy Market

Freeman’s Hindman’s American Art and Pennsylvania Impressionists sale achieved 1.8 million in total sales

2 mins

Top-Tier Offerings

The May 16 American Art sale at Freeman's | Hindman brought in a total of $773,494 with an 88 percent sell-through rate.

1 mins

Tracing History

The Arts and Crafts Conference returns for the 26\" year to enlighten and educate the masses on the Arts and Crafts movement

2 mins

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American Fine Art Magazine Description:

Publisher: International-Artist-Publishing,-Inc.

Category: Art

Language: English

Frequency: Bi-Monthly

American Fine Art Magazine is the first publication to offer complete and comprehensive coverage of the upcoming shows, auctions and events of this market so deeply tied to American history, society and culture.