Stolen paintings recovered Jun 6, 2008
One of the paintings is by Claude Monet and another by a fellow impressionist, Alfred Sisley. Two are by the Flemish master Jan Brueghel the Elder. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Art Basel — world's largest art fair — opens in Switzerland Jun 5, 2008
Two of the paintings taken in the robbery, by Claude Monet and Vincent van Gogh, were recovered a few days after the robbery. The other two_ by Paul Cezanne and Edgar Degas remain missing. (Yahoo News)
Gardens of Modern French Masters Jun 2, 2008
Painters Claude Monet, Edouard Manet and Gustave Caillebotte depicted many beautiful elements of nature in their works, and they were also avid gardners ... The French Impressionists are famous for their still lifes and lovely landscapes, particularly the artwork of Claude Monet ... Caillebotte had a passion for breeding orchids, and he also would exchange new species of plants and flowers with Claude Monet, each sharing their healthy horticultural obsessions and helping the other to beautify... (Suite101.com)
* Taiwan News Quick Take Jun 1, 2008
Works by painters of the Barbizon School and Pissarros fellows such as Jean-Francois Millet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Claude Monet have also been selected for the exhibition to put Pissarros achievements and influence in a wider perspective. This story has been viewed 419 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Japan takes Emily to heart May 31, 2008
Within the curved, glass skin of one of Tokyo's newest museums, the National Art Centre, 1 million people crowded in just a month to see a Claude Monet roadshow. But now, in a moment described by the art patron and supporter of Aboriginal art Janet Holmes a Court, as the most significant moment ever for Australian art overseas, the red ochre lands of Utopia in Central Australia come to the Blade Runner world of downtown Tokyo. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Local artists to reveal their workspaces for BAAA studio tour May 31, 2008
She reports that artist Josie Reid has painted her studio to resemble one of Claude Monet s famous gardens, while the artists Donna and Ron Wright (she works with watercolors, jewelry, and gourds, while he is a nationally renowned carver) will open their extensive gardens and koi pond for the tour. Pat Snyder will also welcome visitors. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Extensive tour to showcase painters 'in the open air' May 30, 2008
Many French Impressionist painters, such as Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir, favored plein air painting and did much of their work outdoors. In addition to the tour, there will be many other artists, from painters to photographers and video artists, exhibiting and selling their work at the Manor House in Wingdale. (Henrietta Post, NY)
The Impressionists: A Preview May 29, 2008
Stacks of Wheat (Sunset, Snow Effect) (1890-91) and Water Lily Pond (1900) by Claude Monet (1840-1926). (1877) by Gustave Caillebotte (1848-1894). (Suite101.com)
Berthe Morisot and Edouard Manet May 27, 2008
Furthermore, Morisot ignored Manet s advice to the contrary and maintained her loyalty to her Impressionist friends such as Edgar Degas and Claude Monet, who had asked her to join their group. Although Manet interacted socially with the Impressionists and adopted some of their ideas, he did not exhibit with them or become one of their formal members. (Suite101.com)
Francisco Oller y Cestero, La Batalla de Trevino to be on Public View for the First Time Ever May 26, 2008
During his European sojourns he became a member of the extended mid-nineteenth century Parisian School, counting among his fellow pupils Claude Monet, Auguste Renoir, Frdric Bazille, Paul Czanne and Camille Pisarro. He maintained close friendships with the latter two, while often referring to himself as a disciple of douard Manet and Gustave Courbet, with whom he shared a number of formal and aesthetic affinities. (AbsoluteArts.com)
American artists in Giverny focus at the Flo Gris May 23, 2008
Over 50 oil paintings are on display, featuring Impressionist masterworks by American expatriate artists who worked in Giverny, a small French village made famous by Claude Monet ... "The idyllic towns of Giverny, France, and Old Lyme, Connecticut, share a similar history. Both were creative meccas for artists at the turn of the last century." Attracted by the presence of the Impressionist master Claude Monet, who settled there in 1883, an international community of artists flocked to Giverny... (Pictorial Gazette, CT)
French Picnic Lesson May 20, 2008
This painting inspired similar works by Paul Cezanne, Pablo Picasso, and Claude Monet. Though the nude in Manet s artwork may not be appropriate for all age levels, choose one of these works of art to introduce the pique-nique theme. (Suite101.com)
Seasonal Sales Lack Spring May 17, 2008
At least 53 artist records were broken, including those for Fernand L;ger, Claude Monet, Yves Klein, Tom Wesselman and Robert Rauschenberg, who died earlier this week at age 82 ... As more Impressionist masterworks from the 19th century trickle into museums and out of private hands, the auction houses wisely retooled their Impressionist and modern sales this season to emphasize 20th century artists like Leger and Edvard Munch and even modern-looking works by the Impressionist master Claude... (Wall Street Journal)
Art market faces jittery times as economy slows May 16, 2008
Christies auctioneer Christopher Burge started the bidding at $26 million for a 1873 Claude Monet painting of two puffing locomotives crossing a river bridge. The price then zoomed up, in $1 million increments. (MSNBC -- News)
* Record art prices soothe downturn worries May 10, 2008
Record prices for works by Claude Monet and Edvard Munch at New Yorks spring sales this week have helped ease fears over the effect of the faltering US economy on the international art market. Evening sales at Sothebys and Christies auction houses raised a total of US$512 million, slightly above lower estimates ahead of the sales, which featured a more tightly edited collection than in last years auctions. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
New York auction records help ease fears over art market May 9, 2008
NEW YORK (AFP) - Record prices for works by Claude Monet and Edvard Munch at New York's spring sales this week have helped eased fears over the effect of the faltering US economy on the international art market. ADVERTISEMENT. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Monet sells for record $43.6m May 8, 2008
Le Pont du chemin de fer a Argenteuil by Claude Monet ... An early work by French impressionist Claude Monet sold for a record $US41. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Record price for Monet painting May 8, 2008
A Claude Monet painting has been auctioned for more than $41m (20. 9m) in New York, breaking the record for the French impressionist artist. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Monet fetches more than $41-million May 8, 2008
A Claude Monet painting was auctioned Tuesday for more than $41-million (U.S.), beating the auction record for the French Impressionist artist ... Christie's Auction House in New York has sold an 1873 oil on canvas by Claude Monet titled 'Le Pont du chemin de fer Argenteuil. (Globe and Mail)
Spears Gets Expanded Visitation Rights May 8, 2008
"Le Pont du chemin de fer a Argenteuil," an 1873 Claude Monet painting of a bridge with two trains passing over the Seine while pleasure boats float below, set an auction record for the French Impressionist artist. A Manhattan jury has convicted a lovesick former mental patient of stalking and harassing actress Uma Thurman. (KWTX.com, TX)
Monet Painting Sells For $41.4 Million May 7, 2008
"Le Pont du chemin de fer Argenteuil," an 1873 oil on canvas by Claude Monet, sold for $41 ... (AP) A Claude Monet painting of a bridge with two trains passing over the Seine while pleasure boats float below was auctioned Tuesday for more than $41 million, breaking the auction record for the French impressionist artist. (CBS News)
Records fall at NY art auction, foreigners dominate May 7, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Art records fell on Tuesday for works by Claude Monet, Auguste Rodin and Alberto Giacometti in New York City at a Christie's auction dominated by foreign buyers taking advantage of the weak U.S. dollar. The auction house reaped more than $277. (Reuters)
Monet painting auctioned for record $41 mln May 7, 2008
BEIJING, May 7 (Xinhuanet) -- The auction price for Claude Monet set a new record Tuesday as an early work by the French Impressionist artist was sold for more than 41 million U.S. dollars, media reported. "Le Pont du chemin de fer a Argenteuil" -- a painting of a bridge with two trains passing over the Seine while pleasure boats float below -- was sold at a Christie's sale for 41,481,000 dollars, said Rik Pike, a spokesman for the auction house. (Xinhuanet, China)
Takes on the landscape of 'burbs, epic Babylon Apr 20, 2008
Among the starry roster of painters are J.M.W. Turner, Caspar David Friedrich, Camille Corot, John Constable, Gustave Courbet, Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh, and Paul C zanne. Parkes Place, 011-61-2-6240-6501. (Boston Globe)
Pivotal to dance recital, Monet masterpiece copied by CB artist Apr 19, 2008
This year, the show takes dancers within an art museum, where paintings spring to life and thieves are foiled as they attempt to steal an Impressionist masterpiece, Water Lilies 1908 by Claude Monet ... And the canvas is shaping up to look very, very much like an original oil painting by Claude Monet. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Artist Frdric Bazille Mar 17, 2008
He took lessons with the historical painter Charles Gleyre, and at Gleyre s studio met future Impressionist icons Claude Monet and Pierre Auguste Renoir ... Additionally, the 2006 BBC miniseries The Impressionists is available on DVD and focuses on an elderly Claude Monet s recollection of his life as an artist, and includes his friendship with Bazille and remorse over his early death. (Suite101.com)
Greatest expectations: Turner and Monet come to Canberra Mar 16, 2008
In fact Paul Sandby, the earliest artist in the National Gallery's new show, was born in 1731, 44 years earlier than J.M.W. Turner, and Claude Monet died in 1926, 16 years before Philip Wilson Steer, the most recent artist represented. But Christine Dixon, the co-curator of the landscape exhibition which will be opened by the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, tomorrow, takes understandable umbrage at any suggestion the title might have been chosen because Turner and Monet are two of the largest crowd... (Sydney Morning Herald)
Books About Art For Kids Mar 10, 2008
Anholt has many titles that include: Leonardo and the Flying Boy, The Magical Garden of Claude Monet, Camille and the Sunflowers, and Katie Meets the Impressionists. have a nice marriage of fiction versus non-fiction that may make the experience of learning about a famous artist more personal for children and less textbook-ish. (Suite101.com)
Beefed-up Oceanside museum off to fine start Mar 10, 2008
Many artists who gained prominence at the time are on the walls of the OMA. They include Guy Rose, a California-born painter and student of Claude Monet, who made the vibrant Caves at la Jolla (circa 1915) after returning to the state; Everett Gee Jackson, seen at his best in Cotton Pickers of East Texas (circa 1927), with its blend of Mexican-style mural painting and and art deco; and Alfred Ramos Martinez, who made handsome murals (a 48-foot example now resides in the Coronado Public Library)... (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Artist Willard Metcalf Feb 27, 2008
He studied painting at Paris Acad;mie Julian, then left for the countryside of France, particularly the Giverny area which French Impressionist Claude Monet would depict so well. Metcalf even tutored Monet s children, though he did not give them art lessons but instead taught them about the study of flowers and birds. (Suite101.com)
From Visigoths to vivid shots Feb 24, 2008
The combination of the area's natural beauty and its proximity to the capital attracted numerous painters and photographers, such as Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot; the leading founders of the Barbizon School of painting, Jean-Fran ois Francois Millet and Th odore Rousseau; Gustave Le Gray and Claude Monet, whose landscapes in Fontainebleau helped inspire Impressionism. This exhibition includes some 120 paintings, photographs, and pastels. (Boston Globe)
Looted paintings exhibited Feb 23, 2008
The exhibits include paintings by masters like Henri Matisse, Claude Monet and Georges Seurat. Visitors who recognize a painting as their own and can prove it can file a claim and potentially take it home. (Xinhuanet, China)
* Swiss police recover masterpieces Feb 21, 2008
Poppies near Vetheuil (1879) by Claude Monet and Blossoming Chestnut Branch (1890) by Vincent van Gogh were formally identified by the director of the Buehrle Museum from where they were stolen, the police said. They are still searching for the other two paintings -- Count Lepic and his Daughters by Edgar Degas (1871) and Boy in a Red Waistcoat by Paul Cezanne (1888) -- taken at the same time. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Two Paintings Stolen in Switzerland Found in Parking... Feb 20, 2008
Claude Monet's "Poppy field at Vetheuil," recovered in a parking lot in Switzerland. Claude Monet's "Poppy field at Vetheuil," recovered in a parking lot in Switzerland ... There, in the back seat of an unlocked car, a painting by Claude Monet and another by Vincent van Gogh were found Monday in perfect condition, authorities said Tuesday. (Fox News)
2 stolen Impressionist paintings recovered Feb 20, 2008
The pictures by Vincent van Gogh and Claude Monet were among four paintings worth $163 million that were stolen from a private museum in a Feb. 10 armed robbery ... The stolen paintings clockwise from upper left: Paul Cezanne painting 'Boy in the Red Waistcoat; ' Edgar Degas painting 'Ludovic Lepic and his Daughter; ' Claude Monet's painting 'Poppy field at Vetheuil' and Vincent van Gogh's painting 'Blooming Chestnut Branches. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Two stolen paintings discovered in car parked at mental hospital Feb 20, 2008
There, in the back seat of an unlocked car, a painting by Claude Monet and another by Vincent van Gogh were found Monday in perfect condition, authorities said yesterday. The paintings, worth $64-million (U.S.) combined, were still under the display glass used by the private museum from which they were stolen in a Feb. 10 armed robbery, museum director Lukas Gloor said. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Two of 4 paintings stolen in Zurich heist are recovered Feb 20, 2008
In the background are the recovered paintings, 'Blossoming Chestnut Branches' by Vincent van Gogh, left, and 'Poppies near Vetheuil' by Claude Monet ... The paintings, by Vincent van Gogh and Claude Monet, were among four worth 180 million Swiss francs, or $163 million, that were stolen from the private museum in an armed robbery on Feb. 10. (International Herald Tribune)
Swiss police say 2 stolen paintings recovered Feb 20, 2008
In the background are the recovered paintings, 'Blossoming Chestnut Branches' by Vincent van Gogh, left, and 'Poppies near Vetheuil' by Claude Monet ... There was no word on whether a ransom was paid for the paintings by Claude Monet and Vincent van Gogh, which together are worth 70 million Swiss francs (US$64 million; 43 million), Zurich police spokesman Marco Cortesi said. (International Herald Tribune)
Nazi-looted art goes on display Feb 20, 2008
The exhibits, which include paintings by masters like Henri Matisse, Claude Monet and Georges Seurat, are meant to bring to life the dramatic stories behind the art -- and perhaps reunite the works with the owners or heirs. Visitors who recognize a painting as their own and can prove it can file a claim. (CNN -- World)
Vanity Fair Nudes, Soviet Slaves Fill New Photography Shows in London Feb 14, 2008
Though it's hard to pick highlights, the list of those you wouldn't expect to see in Vanity Fair included Claude Monet and Thomas Hardy, whose weathered features were caught by E.O. Hoppe in 1913. Steichen, Leibovitz. (Bloomberg -- UK)
* Gunmen steal paintings worth US$164m in Zurich Feb 13, 2008
The paintings by Paul Cezanne, Edgar Degas, Vincent van Gogh and Claude Monet were stolen from the Buehrle Foundation museum on Sunday evening, police said. The operation came only five days after another major art robbery in a nearby Swiss town. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Armed gang flee museum with paintings worth 80m hanging out of ... Feb 12, 2008
Poppies near Vetheuil, by Claude Monet; one of the stolen paintings ... The others - Van Gogh's Blossoming Chestnut Branches, Claude Monet's Poppies near Vetheuil and Edgar Degas's family portrait, the Count Lepic and his Daughters - although extremely valuable, were not the most valuable works in the collection. (Guardian Unlimited)
Four masterpieces stolen in Zurich heist Feb 12, 2008
Police and museum officials said the theft of paintings by Paul Cezanne, Edgar Degas, Claude Monet and Vincent van Gogh occurred at about 4:30 p.m. at the E.G. Buehrle Collection in the Swiss financial capital, Zurich. We re talking about the biggest ever robbery carried out in Switzerland, even Europe, Zurich police spokesman Mario Cortesi told reporters. (Montana Standard, MT)
Gang robs Zurich of top paintings Feb 12, 2008
The four paintings stolen on Sunday are: Poppies near Vetheuil, by Claude Monet (1879), Count Lepic and his Daughters, by Edgar Degas (1871), Chestnut in Bloom, by Vincent Van Gogh (1890) and Boy in a Red Jacket, by Paul Cezanne (1888), police said. A police statement said the three masked men entered the museum in central Zurich at about 1630 local time (1530 GMT). (BBC News -- Europe)
Brad Doss, 62, held two master's and a Ph.D Feb 12, 2008
"He couldn't stand Claude Monet.". Mr. Doss, who held two master's degrees and a Ph. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Van Gogh, Monet art goes in $90M heist Feb 12, 2008
Claude Monet's "Poppies near Vetheuil" was one of the famous paintings stolen by the armed robbers ... One of the men threatened personnel at the museum's front door with a pistol and forced them to the ground, police said, while the other two men went into an exhibition room and stole four oil paintings by Paul Cezanne, Edgar Degas, Claude Monet and Vincent van Gogh. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Armed robbers steal $100 million worth of art from Zurich museum Feb 11, 2008
The Zurich police said the robbery took place Sunday and that oil paintings by Paul Cezanne, Edgar Degas, Vincent van Gogh and Claude Monet were among those taken. Further details were not immediately available. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Monet, Turner a money churner Feb 1, 2008
On show will be works from some of the best-known and popular artists, including J.M.W.Turner, John Constable, Gustave Courbet, Camille Pissarro, Paul Cezanne, Vincent Van Gogh, Paul Gauguin and Claude Monet. Australian artists will include Eugene Von Guerard, John Glover, Tom Roberts and Arthur Streeton. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
* [ART JOURNAL] Unlucky 13 Jan 31, 2008
Claude Monet's prized painting of the Seine ... CLAUDE MONET IS PUNCHED. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Tarble Arts Center presents work by landscape artist Jan 30, 2008
Whitehouse has stated that his work is a reaction to the Impressionists art, particularly Claude Monet s Rouen series, and Whitehouse sees his art as a contemporary extension of their art. The new series of works developed over the past few years, titled Revolution, Watch and Horizons, reflect Whitehouse s growing desire to account for the incremental transitions of light through increasingly complex conceptual practices that expand the subject of landscape painting. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Mixing art with words Jan 11, 2008
For his work, Aptekar recreates classic paintings by Edward Hopper, Claude Monet and Vincent Van Gogh, to name a few, and then he bolts the words to them. The words on the paintings invite viewers to question how they react to these classic works. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Liverpool to launch EU culture capital celebrations Jan 11, 2008
Liverpool, the waterfront of which is a UNESCO world heritage site, has the biggest number of museums in Britain outside London, and visitors can take in shows featuring artists such as Gustav Klimt, Claude Monet, Camille Pissarro and architect Le Corbusier. Thanks to the culture capital link, a series of internationally-known events are also taking place in Liverpool in 2008 including the MTV Europe music awards, the Turner Prize for modern art and the BBC Electric Proms music festival. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Picasso Blue-Period 3-Minute Theft Leaves Brazil's MASP Museum Red-Faced Dec 27, 2007
It houses 8,000 items including works by Claude Monet, Edgar Degas and Vincent Van Gogh, said Art Bourse's Bergamin. Picasso's ``Portrait of Suzanne Bloch,'' measuring about 60 by 50 centimeters (24 by 20 inches), is from the Spanish master's so-called blue period. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Uri Geller Buys Spoons in $3.8 Million Sale of Savoy Hotel's Furnishings Dec 22, 2007
Over the years famous guests have included Claude Monet (who has a suite named after him), Charlie Chaplin, President Harry S. Truman, Elizabeth Taylor, Bob Dylan and Robert de Niro. The Savoy is run by Toronto-based Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Inc. A group led by Saudi Prince Alwaleed bin Talal and Colony Capital LLC bought Fairmount for $3. (Bloomberg -- UK)
Brazil museum's Picasso stolen Dec 21, 2007
In February 2006, a five-man gang stole works by Salvador Dali, Henri Matisse, Picasso and Claude Monet from a Rio de Janeiro museum. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Americas)
Police hunt gang behind Picasso robbery Dec 21, 2007
In February 2006, a four-man gang armed with guns and a grenade rounded up guards and tourists in a Rio de Janeiro museum and stole works by Salvador Dali, Henri Mattisse, Picasso and Claude Monet. Picasso's Portrait of Suzanne Bloch is a representation of a Belgian opera singer who was a friend and patron to the famed Spanish artist. (ABC Online)
Picasso painting stolen from Sao Paulo museum Dec 21, 2007
In February, artwork by Picasso, Henri Matisse, Salvador Dali and Claude Monet were taken from Chacara do Ceu Museum in Riode Janeiro. Joao Portinari, son of the Brazilian painter, told local press that he believed the criminals may get in touch with him for negotiation. (Xinhuanet, China)
Artistic limitations Dec 9, 2007
Claude Monet had such bad eyesight from cataracts that he worked from memory ... For Claude Monet, 1912-22 was a watershed decade. (The Daily Reflector)
* New insights into artists' failing vision Dec 6, 2007
For Claude Monet, 1912 to 1922 was a watershed decade. He was perhaps the most successful artist of his time, and his genius had already assured him a place in history. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
More of this story Nov 22, 2007
Claude Monet, Camille Pissarro and a host of other impressionists advocated painting outdoors, and last weekend, more than 30 artists took that lesson to heart. Some struggled with the cold, but come Saturday evening, the Historical Courthouse was full of several impressions of Bartow from the expected courthouse and parks, to the more hidden, natural settings. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Holiday Gifts: Museum Books 2007 Nov 13, 2007
Works by Edgar Degas (1834-1917), Claude Monet (1840-1926) and Paul Czanne (1839-1906) are examined alongside those of Raphael (1483-1520), Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640) and Diego Velzquez (1599-1660), among others. Essential reading for any serious student of art history and devotee of Impressionism. (Suite101.com)
Creativity trumps disability: Dysart resident with Lou Gehrig's disease still making art Nov 13, 2007
com is the Waterloo-Cedar Falls homepage for all local news, sports, entertainment and events happening in the Cedar Valley. Archives (past 14 days). (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Van Gogh fails to sell at auction Nov 9, 2007
Twenty out of the 76 lots on offer failed to attract buyers, including four works by Picasso and others by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Henri Matisse, and Claude Monet. David Norman, co-chairman of impressionist and modern art at Sotheby's, insisted that while the results were disappointing, the market remained sound and blamed the poor sales on overly-optimistic estimates. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Brush With Disaster Nov 9, 2007
Works by Claude Monet and Alfred Sisley, however, sold yesterday for more than double their asking highs, fetching 1. 77 million each. (New York Post -- Business)
Cranach Adam & Eve to Stay in U.S. Nov 4, 2007
Its lush garden is inspired by that of French Impressionist Claude Monet (1848-1926) at Giverny. Provenance. (Suite101.com)
