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Plus, Ragnar Kjartansson is bringing love songs to the Guggenheim rotunda and Martin Roth’s posthumous garden project gets funded.
June 2, 2021
Patek Philippe, retailed by Hausmann & Co., 18k gold wristwatch, formerly owned by Andy Warhol. Photo: Christie s Images Ltd.
Art Industry News is a daily digest of the most consequential developments coming out of the art world and art market. Here’s what you need to know on this Wednesday, June 2.
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Louvre Director Resurrects Plan for Byzantine and Coptic Art Department – Newly appointed Louvre head Laurence des Cars is already distinguishing herself from her predecessor. Des Cars said she plans to launch a department devoted to Byzantine and Coptic art, signifying a new approach to presenting Christian art at the museum. Former director Jean-Luc Martinez previously ....

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