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Iconic Masterpieces Set To Debut at London’s Most Anticipated Antiques Fair
Queen Elizabeth II & The Duke of Edinburgh, Windsor Castle, 2011C Print Framed, Edition of 6 (4/6) from Thomas StruthMasterpiece London 2013 and Ivor Braka Ltd are presenting a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II & The Duke of Edinburgh by distinguished photographer Thomas Struth. The large-scale portrait was commissioned by the National Portrait Gallery to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee and formed part of The Queen: Art and Image exhibition showing landmark images of the Queen throughout her sixty year reign. The work shows The Queen and Prince Philip seated together in the Green Drawing Room at Windsor Castle and was taken on 7 April 2011. Exhibited by International art dealer and collector Ivor Braka, the spectacular image will be on display throughout the fair and will present an excellent opportunity for collectors and visitors alike to view the impressive photograph.‘The strength of the market for iconic masterpieces was clearly demonstrated in the New York auctions last week, when two works by Roy Lichtenstein, reached new heights and one achieved a world record for the artist at auction. The astounding prices reached for these works show the strong desire amongst collectors to acquire masterworks. Continuing from this, Masterpiece London is delighted that Geoffrey Diner Gallery has chosen our fair and London to unveil this fresh and rare work by Roy Lichtenstein’Nazy Vassegh, CEO of Masterpiece LondonNazy Vassegh, CEO ‘We are thrilled that Ivor Braka Ltd has kindly agreed to show this wonderful work at Masterpiece fair this year, further strengthening the event’s appeal to all collectors, from antiquities through to the very best in contemporary art.” His engagement with photography dates from 1976. Working at first in black and white and subsequently in color, Struth’s mature style is characterised by formal precision and an approach that is essentially straightforward, avoiding narrative or artificial effects. His principal motifs include buildings, street scenes, visitors to churches and museums, landscapes, nature studies and portraits. He recently had a major touring retrospective in the USA which travelled to venues including the Dallas Museum of Art and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.Roy Lichtenstein (1923-1997) ‘Puzzle Portrait’, 1978,Oil and magna on canvasGeoffrey Diner Gallery (Washington DC) will unveil a highly important work by Roy Lichtenstein (1923-1997), at Masterpiece London this June. ‘Puzzle portrait’ painted in 1978 in oil and magna on canvas. The picture was purchased directly from Roy Lichtenstein in 1983 and will be sold together with two hand signed letters from the artist to the collector detailing the sale and its inclusion in one touring exhibition in 1983. The painting will be offered for sale by Geoffrey Diner Stand B29.
In parallel to Lichtenstein’s work inspired by Pop culture, he began incorporating styles from artists of the past. Specific examples of his work engage with historical styles and parodies including impressionism, futurism and surrealism as well as individual paintings by artists such as Picasso. Elements of Picasso and cubism are evident in ‘Puzzle portrait’, heralding Lichtenstein’s fascination with subject: art about art.
‘A lot of people think that the 60’s are the benchmark for Lichtenstein’s work, as this is when he established his Pop Art signature style and when he replicated the Ben Day Dot system. But during the 70’s he delivered works referring back to art history which led to his major series of Surrealist-Pop paintings. ‘Puzzle portrait’ has never been on the market before, and as a follow up to the Tate Modern retrospective exhibition of Lichtenstein’s work, we look forward to offering London an unseen Lichtenstein for sale at Masterpiece,’ Geoffrey Diner, Director at Geoffrey Diner Gallery.
NOTE: Masterpiece London is open to the public on June 27th to July 3rd. -
Shopping In London For A Spring Wedding!
Ladurée CakesBurlington Arcade: London’s Ultimate Shopping Destination
This post is dedicated to our London readers, and all the fashionable crowd, who wish to shop at one of England’s chicest address – Burlington Arcade. Whether it is planning your wedding list, selecting your engagement ring or buying a present for hte bridal party, Burligton Arcade, Britain’s first shopping arcade, has the answer. I like the fact that it’s away from the mainstream, and elegant brides and grooms, and anyone who is shopping for a posh and special wedding, can see bespoke pieces to match British boutique wedding – something which the Burlington Arcade offers with unrivalled aplom!
Mark Lord, the head Beadle at the Burlington Arcade comments: ‘The Burlington Arcade is an un-rivalled destination for both UK and international consumers looking for a truly bespoke wedding experience. From the ring room at Richard Ogden to the tranquil perfume profiling room at Penhaligon’s, the enclosed arcade is an oasis away from the busy streets of London. It takes time to decide who you want to marry, do that decision justice by taking the time to get the attire right for your big day. I certainly did, I bought my wife’s engagement ring at the arcade. I see many couples visit the Arcade and each couple has a memorable British experience. It doesn’t get better than that.’33″ Extra Deep Suitcase with wheels from Globe-TrotterBluebell Eau de Toilette SprayEye-catching engagement at Susannah LovisDragées LaduréeScroll Art Deco Feather Hair PieceDeep Suitcase … with wheels!Romantic and captivating Endymion from PenhaligonsCrockett & JonesBurlington Arcade, UK - Aspen, France, Hotels, London, Luxury Hotels, Monaco, Morocco, New York, Paris, Tangier, The Weekender, United Kingdom
Legendary Luxury Hotels to Fall in Love With
The Suite LifeVisit our Top 7 choices of the most glamorous places to stay this holiday season.Signature Suite at Hôtel MetropoleThe Bentley suite at the St. Regis Hotel in New York CityBentley theme suite, St Regis, NYThe newly renovated Hotel Jerome, in Aspen Colorado has never looked betterThe lure and excitement of being in Tangier rises to the top at the Laurence of Morroco HotelOne of the few places where great fashion ideas took shape: The Coco Chanel Suite at The Ritz, ParisThe Elton John Suite at The Ritz Hotel, ParisNOTE: Please notify us directly, if you believe that certain images on this post are alleged to infringe upon the copyrights of others, according to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). Thank you.