Painting

Statement from Prince Castro Ben Leon Khatib: Bailiffs recover Russian Avantgarde paintings worth hundreds of millions in raids following Frankfurt and Paris court orders

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Seizure, Painting, Theft, Avant-garde, Collection, Wassily Kandinsky, Police

The raid led to the discovery of a large number of paintings belonging to a collection of works of Russian Avantgarde stolen from the Khatib family.

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  • The raid led to the discovery of a large number of paintings belonging to a collection of works of Russian Avantgarde stolen from the Khatib family.
  • The Khatib family are avid art collectors and proud owners of many world-class artworks from a variety of periods.
  • Their collection of Russian Avantgarde paintings is one of the largest of its kind and contains works by famous artists such as Wassily Kandinsky and Kazimir Malevich.
  • The seizures are part of a long-running legal case following the theft of 1,800 Russian Avantgarde paintings from Wiesbaden, Germany in 2019.

XCMG Machinery Triumphs with the 2024 German Design Award for Outstanding Integrated Campaigns and Advertising

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Friday, March 29, 2024
Culture, German Design Award, Painting, History, XCMG, USB, Creativity, Advertising, Collection, Engineering, Entertainment

FRANKFURT, Germany, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XCMG Machinery (SHE:000425, "XCMG") is proud to announce its recent triumph at the 2024 German Design Awards, where it has been awarded the Excellent Communications Design in Integrated Campaigns and Advertising for its innovative "Cultural Gift" design.

Key Points: 
  • FRANKFURT, Germany, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XCMG Machinery (SHE:000425, "XCMG") is proud to announce its recent triumph at the 2024 German Design Awards, where it has been awarded the Excellent Communications Design in Integrated Campaigns and Advertising for its innovative "Cultural Gift" design.
  • This recognition by the German National Design Award marks another significant milestone for XCMG following their victory at the "2023 Red Dot Winner" award in Germany this past July.
  • The German Design Award stands as one of the most competitive and influential accolades globally within contemporary design sectors.
  • Through such endeavors, XCMG continues to foster sustainable industry development while promoting Chinese cultural heritage on a global stage.

XCMG Machinery Triumphs with the 2024 German Design Award for Outstanding Integrated Campaigns and Advertising

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Friday, March 29, 2024
Culture, German Design Award, Painting, History, XCMG, USB, Creativity, Advertising, Multimedia, Collection, Engineering, Entertainment

FRANKFURT, Germany, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XCMG Machinery (SHE:000425, "XCMG") is proud to announce its recent triumph at the 2024 German Design Awards, where it has been awarded the Excellent Communications Design in Integrated Campaigns and Advertising for its innovative "Cultural Gift" design.

Key Points: 
  • FRANKFURT, Germany, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XCMG Machinery (SHE:000425, "XCMG") is proud to announce its recent triumph at the 2024 German Design Awards, where it has been awarded the Excellent Communications Design in Integrated Campaigns and Advertising for its innovative "Cultural Gift" design.
  • The award-winning design features a collection of culturally inspired items, including tea sets, playing cards, decorative lamps, USB drives, thermal mugs, and business backpacks.
  • This recognition by the German National Design Award marks another significant milestone for XCMG following their victory at the "2023 Red Dot Winner" award in Germany this past July.
  • The German Design Award stands as one of the most competitive and influential accolades globally within contemporary design sectors.

Rare Exhibition Chance by TERAVARNA at 2nd artBIAS in Europe

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Culture, 2D, Painting, Glossy display, Sculpture, Gala, Exhibition, Marketplace, Heart, Creativity, LA Art Show, Auction

LOS ANGELES, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TERAVARNA Art Gallery has announced the dates for 2nd artBIAS and is now inviting artists to submit their work.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TERAVARNA Art Gallery has announced the dates for 2nd artBIAS and is now inviting artists to submit their work.
  • The first-ever artBIAS was held in June 2023 where 77 artists from 31 countries displayed their work.
  • The 2nd artBIAS, in close cooperation with the Golden Duck Gallery, shall be held in the heart of Budapest and will run for an entire month.
  • "artBIAS is a joint initiative of TERAVARNA and Golden Duck Gallery to promote contemporary art on a global scale.

Acclaimed British artist Maggi Hambling talks about life and death as she prepares for first solo exhibition in Asia since 2019

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
Women's rights, Art Basel, The Night, Duddell Street, Painting, Printer, Death, Life, Woman, Exhibition, Water, Pearl Lam, Film industry

LONDON and HONG KONG, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Maggi Hambling occupies a unique position as an artist who has consistently embraced a spirit of rebelliousness throughout her career, making her one of the most celebrated women artists in the British art scene.

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  • Speaking in The Pearl Lam Podcast ahead of the opening of her new solo exhibition in Hong Kong, Maggi Hambling talks openly about her career and about life and death, saying:
    "I've always worked very hard and have been in my studio every day.
  • Click here to watch the exclusive new video with Maggi Hambling: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rE0Ap2ijciA
    Maggi Hambling's new solo exhibition 'Maggi Hambling: The Night' will open at Pearl Lam Galleries at Printing House, 6 Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong from 26 March to 16 May.
  • The exhibition marks the first solo exhibition by Maggi Hambling in Asia since the artist's museum retrospectives in Beijing and Guangzhou in 2019.
  • Pearl Lam Galleries will also showcase an important new Wall of Water painting by the artist at Art Basel Hong Kong.

CAPTURING ISTANBUL'S TIMELESS ESSENCE: SANASARYAN HAN, A LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL, ISTANBUL, DEBUTS WITH DISTINCT ELEGANCE

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Culture, Spice, Marriott International, Book, Blue Mosque, Painting, Spice Bazaar, Travel, History, Simit, Collection, Glass, Lakerda, System, Heart, Commerce, Artifact, Hotel

ISTANBUL, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announces the opening of Sanasaryan Han, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Istanbul, situated in the heart of Istanbul's historical peninsula. Istanbul, renowned as a captivating intersection of East and West, is a dynamic metropolis, home to historical landmarks, iconic monuments, and a rich culinary heritage. Nestled in the charming Old Town district, Sanasaryan Han is an urban sanctuary, providing a luxurious respite from the vibrant city streets.

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  • "We take pride in introducing The Luxury Collection to Istanbul, a city renowned as an international hub for both commerce and culture," said Philipp Weghmann, Vice President and Global Brand Leader of The Luxury Collection.
  • "Sanasaryan Han, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Istanbul, marks a fitting entrance for our esteemed collection, encapsulating the essence of this historic city and embodying the adventurous spirit of global explorers through dynamic design and curated experiences."
  • The hotel also features a striking collection of monochromatic photographs by Harun Doğan exhibited throughout, capturing the timeless allure of the city.
  • In celebration of the opening, Sanasaryan Han, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Istanbul, has curated the Istanbul package for Marriott Bonvoy members.

Weifang Kite and Yangjiabu Woodblock New Year Paintings Appear in San Francisco, USA

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Atmosphere, Consulate, Beauty, Chinese, Painting, Intangibles, Tourism, Family, Collection

Intangible cultural heritage inheritors Guo Hongli and Yang Naidong from Hanting District, Weifang City, held kite tying and woodblock New Year painting production exhibitions on site.

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  • Intangible cultural heritage inheritors Guo Hongli and Yang Naidong from Hanting District, Weifang City, held kite tying and woodblock New Year painting production exhibitions on site.
  • The exquisite and unique kites and antique woodblock New Year paintings attracted everyone's attention, and their superb skills received rave reviews.
  • He is a representative inheritor of the national intangible cultural heritage project Weifang Kite at the provincial level.
  • Weifang kites and Yangjiabu woodblock New Year paintings have been highly praised by the local people, showcasing the unique charm of Weifang folk art and expanding the reputation and influence of the world's kite capital.

Heather James Fine Art Presents 10 Paintings by Sir Winston Churchill in a New Exhibition

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
Marriage, Museum, Painting, Ageing, Sale, Diary, Acquisition, Impressionism, Nature, Life, Dunrobin Castle, Pleasure, Nobel Prize, Coco Chanel, Exhibition, Heather James, Collection, Duke, La Pausa, Interior design

PALM DESERT, Calif., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Heather James Fine Art presents a selection of 10 paintings by Winston Churchill.

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  • PALM DESERT, Calif., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Heather James Fine Art presents a selection of 10 paintings by Winston Churchill.
  • "Heather James is thrilled to present this superb selection of paintings by Winston Churchill," says Heather James Fine Art Co-Founder Jim Carona.
  • Winston Churchill: Making Art, Making History , an exhibition celebrating Churchill and his paintings at Heather James, asks us to contemplate the role of painting in his kaleidoscopic life.
  • For more information about the collection of Winston Churchill paintings and Heather James Fine Art, please contact us at [email protected] or call (760) 346-8926.

Heather James Fine Art Presents 10 Paintings by Sir Winston Churchill in a New Exhibition

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
Marriage, Museum, Painting, Ageing, Sale, Diary, Acquisition, Impressionism, Nature, Life, Dunrobin Castle, Pleasure, Nobel Prize, Coco Chanel, Exhibition, Heather James, Collection, Duke, La Pausa, Interior design

PALM DESERT, Calif., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Heather James Fine Art presents a selection of 10 paintings by Winston Churchill.

Key Points: 
  • PALM DESERT, Calif., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Heather James Fine Art presents a selection of 10 paintings by Winston Churchill.
  • "Heather James is thrilled to present this superb selection of paintings by Winston Churchill," says Heather James Fine Art Co-Founder Jim Carona.
  • In 2018, Heather James Fine Art was proud to present an exhibition of ten of Winston Churchill's paintings.
  • For more information about the collection of Winston Churchill paintings and Heather James Fine Art, please contact us at [email protected] or call (760) 346-8926.

Global Times: More artworks displaying beauty of Chinese civilization, spirit of the times need to be 'invited abroad': artist Wu Weishan

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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How does he portray the spirit and beauty of Chinese civilization through the array of well-known sculptures, paintings and calligraphy works he has created?

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  • How does he portray the spirit and beauty of Chinese civilization through the array of well-known sculptures, paintings and calligraphy works he has created?
  • According to Wu, both historical and contemporary arts are important windows for the outside world to learn about Chinese culture and stories.
  • Wu said the sculpture carries great global ramifications in terms of the progress of human civilization and the global exchanges of philosophy.
  • Since the 1990s, Wu has created about 600 sculptures of prominent figures in Chinese history, which Wu said all embody the excellent qualities and spirit of Chinese civilization.