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My Visit to the Barnes Foundation

Published on April 18th, 2013 by Nina Sangimino

I’ve never been to Philadelphia before, so when I found out that I’d be there last weekend, I was excited by the prospect of all the great art to explore. On this brief trip I didn’t have time to scour the city as much as I would have liked and had to limit myself to one museum visit. I’ve heard wonderful things about …continue reading or post a comment


George Inness, “Valley Near Perugia,” oil on canvas. 24½ x 19 inches, signed lower right: G. Inness. Currently available at Questroyal Fine Art.

A Pre-Season Auction Analysis: American Art Shows Promise for 2013!

Published on April 16th, 2013 by Chelsea DeLay

In the past few months basketball fans have kept a close eye on NCAA teams and players by monitoring their turnovers, three-pointers, and free-throw percentages.  An interpretation of these statistics—usually combined with …continue reading or post a comment


Charles Sheeler, Yellow Tulip, Blue Iris, Yellow Iris, 1925, oil on canvas

Off to the City of Brotherly Love

Published on April 11th, 2013 by Nina Sangimino

If you managed to pull yourself away from the sunshine yesterday and stop by our gallery, you probably noticed some empty spaces on the walls. That’s because we just sent 39 paintings to Philadelphia …continue reading or post a comment


John Singer Sargent, "Zattere, Spirito Santo and Scuola," watercolor on paper. 9 11/16 x 13 9/16 inches (sight size). Currently available at Questroyal Fine Art.

John Singer Sargent Watercolors at the Brooklyn Museum

Published on April 9th, 2013 by Chelsea DeLay

A long-awaited exhibition for fans of John Singer Sargent has finally arrived! John Singer Sargent Watercolors opened this weekend at the Brooklyn Museum, showcasing a wide range of works by the artist that will make audiences envious of not only his artistic abilities, but also of his well-traveled lifestyle. …continue reading or post a comment


George Inness (American, 1825–1894), "The Road to the Village, Milton," 1880. Oil on panel, 22 x 34 in. (55.9 x 86.4 cm). Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts. Gift of Frank and Katherine Martucci, 2013.1.1

The Clark Art Institute Receives Its Largest Donation of American Art from New York Collectors!

Published on April 5th, 2013 by Chelsea DeLay

I cannot count the times that I have braved the throngs of tourists and joined my fellow art-lovers in the quest to see a freshly-unveiled masterpiece at a museum.  I willingly submit myself as a victim to the mobs, …continue reading or post a comment


George Inness, "Conway Valley," 1875. Oil on canvas, 20 x 30 inches. Private Collection.

“Luminous Terrain: The Art of the White Mountains” Now Open at the Lamont Gallery!

Published on March 29th, 2013 by Chelsea DeLay

An allure shaped by tragedy and scenic views was not what I expected as I began reading …continue reading or post a comment


Dr. Cody Hartley, Director of Curatorial Affairs, Georgia O'Keeffe Museum

Welcome to the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum!

Published on March 27th, 2013 by Nina Sangimino

Beginning April 29, the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum in Santa Fe, New Mexico will welcome Dr. Cody Hartley as its new Director of Curatorial Affairs. As Assistant Curator of Paintings, Art of the Americas at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Hartley worked on the installation of the new Art of the Americas wing which opened to rave reviews in 2010 and has helped to strengthen enthusiasm for American art. …continue reading or post a comment


Irving Ramsay Wiles, "Beach Scene, Long Island." Oil on panel, 9 15/16 x 14⅛ inches. Signed lower left: Irving R. Wiles. Currently available at Questroyal Fine Art.

Painting in the Peconic

Published on March 22nd, 2013 by Chelsea DeLay

As the American identity began to take form during the 19th and 20th centuries, countless societal circles formed and expanded as a result of common interests, hobbies, and acquaintances.  …continue reading or post a comment


thomas cole-portage falls on the genesee-1839

Thomas Cole Sale Revisited

Published on March 20th, 2013 by Nina Sangimino

On February 26, we told you about the Seward House Museum in Auburn, New York and their plans to sell a painting by Thomas Cole. Since then, the media has been buzzing with comments—and critiques—of this landmark sale. …continue reading or post a comment


Andrew Newell Wyeth, “The Ides of March,” 1974. Tempera on panel, © Andrew Wyeth. Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Frank E. Fowler.

Fear not! Tomorrow Andrew Wyeth’s “Ides of March” opens at the Brandywine River Museum!

Published on March 15th, 2013 by Chelsea DeLay

Today countless history-buffs will crack jokes about eating a Caesar salad in exactly twenty-three bites and Shakespeare fans will call in sick with a case superstition.  Why? …continue reading or post a comment