Latest News Articles by Frances Allitt
They said what?! The week (2-8 July 2018) in quotes from the art and antiques world
08 July 2018As London’s week of blockbuster auctions took place under the blazing summer sun (see our next issue) members of the art and antiques trade had plenty to say about trust, the redevelopment of Olympia and – of course – the ivory ban.
National Gallery acquires record-setting self-portrait of Artemisia Gentileschi for £3.6m from London gallery
06 July 2018A recently discovered self-portrait by Artemisia Gentileschi, the celebrated Italian Baroque artist, has been acquired by the National Gallery in London for £3.6m.
Dreweatts, Mallet and Saatchi Gallery team up to remember Berenice in mod Brit exhibition
03 July 2018Dreweatts 1759, Mallett and SALON, the project space at Saatchi Gallery, have teamed up to stage an exhibition of the paintings of British artist Berenice Sydney (1944-83), her first major UK show in 30 years.
Clock dealer prefers leisurely open weekends over fairs and the internet
02 July 2018For Paul Nunn, founder of antique clocks and barometers dealership Olde Time, the virtues of fairs and the internet have always been secondary to that of the physical shop.
Highlands, Lowlands: highlights exhibition at The Fine Art Society in Edinburgh
02 July 2018From lighthouses and ships in distress to labourers and landscapes, the two exhibitions at The Fine Art Society in Edinburgh this month celebrate three centuries of Scotland’s art.
Shop talk – Bridport Antiques
02 July 2018In our continuing series looking through the keyhole of ‘bricks and mortar’ shops and centres, ATG talks to Richard Payne- Withers, who runs Bridport Antiques with his wife Samantha.
5 Questions: Fabrizio Govi
02 July 2018Fabrizio Govi of Libreria antiquaria Alverto Govi (Italy) and Govi Rare Books (New York) was elected vice-president of ILAB this year.
Cooper takes contemporary view at 30
02 July 2018To celebrate 30 years in the business, Jonathan Cooper Gallery of Chelsea hosts a group exhibition of figurative painting, drawing and sculpture by contemporary artists.
Society lady shines in New York show
02 July 2018A portrait of Miss Virginia Gammell, an Edwardian society lady, is among the highlights at Mark Murray’s summer exhibition taking place in New York.
They said what?! The week (25 June – 1 July 2018) in quotes from the art and antiques world
01 July 2018What do Russian spies, Victoria Beckham and the BBC all have in common? That’s right, they’re all in our quotes of the week series this week. As June turns into July, read about how antiques collecting has changed and a new display at the British Museum.
Get the look: Mod Brit dealer and interior designers join forces in Chelsea
30 June 2018An art dealer and interior design firm are using the London summer season as an opportunity to team up in Chelsea.
TEFAF New York Fall’s 2018 exhibitor list reveals 10 newcomers
29 June 2018TEFAF New York’s Fall exhibitor list comprises 93 dealers including 10 fresh faces to the fair such as Benjamin Proust and Galerie Cybele.
Early sales at Masterpiece revealed as visitor numbers increase
29 June 2018Dealers reported a clutch of early sales in the first few hours of the Masterpiece London fair this week.
Masterpiece London opens in Chelsea: an early look at some top objects
27 June 2018A fashion house founder's personal desk, a 16th century astronomy book, a pair of Chippendale commodes and contemporary Asian art jewellery: all are on offer as Masterpiece London returns for its 9th edition.
Countdown to keep winter Olympia afloat
25 June 2018The countdown to save winter Olympia has begun as the organisers warn that advanced dealer commitment is crucial.
New clients boost Petworth Park Antiques Fair
25 June 2018A c.1715 Queen Anne burr walnut secretaire kneehole desk was among the highlight sales at the recent 'Petworth Park Antiques Fair'.
Hail César: sculptor in spotlight
25 June 2018More than 50 works by the French modern sculptor César (1921-98) are on display in the artist’s home city of Marseille.
Organiser of porcelain exhibition and seminar draws inspiration from the past
25 June 2018Several of the events taking place during this London summer season have put the emphasis on growth or diversification as organisers look to the future. But for porcelain dealer Brian Haughton, whose pair of porcelain events returns this month, the key is keeping specialised and drawing inspiration from the past.
Meissen pug group in paradise
25 June 2018Among the highlights Brian Haughton offers in 'A Collectors’ Paradise' is this Meissen group of a Danish pug dog with her two puppies, modelled c.1745 by JJ Kaendler (1706-75) and painted black, brown and white.
Mayfair art showcase blends it like Beckham
25 June 2018Uniting galleries, auction houses, artists and one of London’s venerable art institutions – and even Victoria Beckham – Mayfair Art Weekend returns this summer.