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11 essential books for art history lovers | P55 Magazine | p55-art-auctions

11 essential books for art history lovers

Need some recommendations for building your art history book collection? We've put together a list of must-read books below, both mainstream and specialist, covering art history from classical antiquity to the present. Art history is a malleable discipline, subject to recurrent revisions and reassessments. But understanding developments in art depends on it. Enhance your studies in this field with one or many of our choices.

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The famous 'abortion' engravings of Paula Rego exhibited at the New York Armory Show | P55 Magazine | p55-art-auctions

"Abortion" Series Paula Rego on display at the Armory Show

The legal, economic, and moral consequences of the US Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade are still unfolding. Due to this event, artists and galleries took action, mobilizing to support abortion providers. The trend seems to continue at the Armory Show, which will include among its offerings a set of works from the celebrated series ofPaula Rego on access to abortion.

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CONTEXTILE – Contemporary Textile Art Biennial 2022 will occupy various cultural spaces in Guimarães | P55 Magazine | p55-art-auctions

CONTEXTILE 2022 will occupy the various spaces in Guimarães

The 6th edition of CONTEXTILE – Bienal de Arte Têxtil Contemporânea, takes place between September 3 and October 30, 2022. Guimarães will once again host this edition – Contextile 2022 – combining the 10 years of the biennial’s existence in Simultaneously with the 10th anniversary celebration of Guimarães 2012 – European Capital of Culture.

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5 tips for finding a frame for a work of art

5 tips for finding the frame for a work of art

Art is meant to be enjoyed, so it's no surprise that framing—along with lighting, curation, and wall coloring—is a central issue for a work's presentation. But while institutions and galleries have the professional knowledge and resources to confidently navigate the framing process, for collectors it can be overwhelming: the ideal frame must protect the object while simultaneously creating a visual symphony with the work itself, while also fits the collector's budget. And, like any aesthetic industry, the framework has evolved over the decades and changed form in response to different trends and needs.Below are five tips to keep in mind...

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