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To whom does Art belong to?

They throw the Art Basel again this week. There will be numerous VIP events at the huge art fair, at which art lovers again will check exclusive artworks and deal with high-priced businesses. Nevertheless, what about cheap art for everyone? Is there any at all, or is this claim outdated?

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History, Mythology and the Identity of Germany

In between Luxury Brands and Classic Art

They are currently travelling to Maastricht: art and antique dealers from all over the world want to present their best paintings, sculptures and furniture to a broad audience at “The European Fine Art Fair”. We present the highlights.

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An Ancient Luxury meets Modern Innovative Design

Gold is a hell commodity. Gold does not oxidize, that is it does not rust. It can always get melted down without losses. This circumstance, however, has also led to the situation that many gold works from history no longer exist, since they were melted down in bad times and had to serve as means of payment. We dedicate ourselves today to the art of goldsmithing.

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The Tale from the Dollmaker to the acclaimed Sculptor

In front of every gallery and every museum where Ron Mueck exhibits, a visitors’ queue results. The National Gallery in Canberra purchased his sculpture „Pregnant Woman“ for U$ 461,300. What is the fascination concerning the oversized plastics and sculptures of the former puppet maker? We introduce the sculptor Ron Mueck.

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