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Who’s Laughing Now? Banana-as-Art Sells for $6.2 Million at Sotheby’s
A conceptual artwork by Maurizio Cattelan, “Comedian,” is just a fruit-stand banana taped on the wall. But 7 bidders were biting. It went to a crypto entrepreneur.Top stories - The New York Times - 1 hour ago -
Duct-taped banana sells for $6.2 million at art auction
A piece of conceptual art consisting of a banana duct-taped to a wall has sold for $6.2 million at an auction in New YorkEntertainment - ABC News - 1 hour ago -
Banana duct-taped to wall sells for $6.2 million at NYC art auction
A piece of conceptual art consisting of a banana duct-taped to a wall sold for $6.2 million at an auction in New York on Wednesday.Top stories - CBS News - 7 hours ago -
Duct-taped banana artwork sells for $6.2m in NYC
The winning bidder says he will eat the banana in coming days as part of a "unique artistic experience".Top stories - BBC News - 6 hours ago -
Police seize record cocaine haul in banana shipment in Spain
A ship carried crates of bananas that concealed identically designed boxes containing the cocaine, police said.Top stories - CBS News - November 6 -
Spanish police seize record cocaine haul in banana shipment from Ecuador
Partner in company due to receive shipment arrested after 13 tonnes of drug discovered at port of Algeciras. Spanish police and customs officers have intercepted the largest known consignment of ...World - The Guardian - November 7 -
Banana-phobe Swedish minister’s staff insisted on ‘no traces in the room’
Colleagues speak up in Paulina Brandberg’s support after leaked emails reveal efforts to spare her from the fruit. A Swedish government minister’s fear of bananas has become a national talking ...World - The Guardian - 6 days ago -
How a viral, duct-taped banana came to be worth $1 million
Walk into any supermarket and you can usually buy a banana for less than $1Entertainment - ABC News - 3 days ago -
Duct-taped banana sells for more than $6 million at auction
"Comedian," a banana duct-taped to a white wall — or an acclaimed piece of art, depending how you look at it — sold at a Sotheby's auction for $6.24 million.Top stories - NBC News - 12 hours ago -
Does this banana scare you? The harsh reality of life with an unusual phobia
The news that a Swedish politician has rooms swept for the fruit prompted online mockery last week. But for those who face bizarre and irrational fears – from buttons to crumpets – the everyday ...World - The Guardian - 2 hours ago -
Lightbulbs and Cassette Tapes as Art
Joe Sheehan’s pieces, carved from stone, reflect his New Zealand heritage, as well as influences from around the world.Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 25 -
The Art of Influence: A Leadership Superpower
How to master the subtle skills that drive impactful leadership.Business - Inc. - October 27 -
Doctor Odyssey review – Joshua Jackson’s bananas cruise-ship melodrama is so bad it’s genius
This bonkers show about on-board doctors who have to fix penile fractures and outbreaks of venereal disease is hilariously bad – and yet somehow, Joshua Jackson pulls it off. What a miracle worker. ...World - The Guardian - October 24 -
Maurizio Cattelan’s duct-taped ‘banana’ artwork estimated to fetch up to US$1.5m at New York auction
The viral artwork, involving a banana stuck to a wall, is once again in the spotlight, as Sotheby’s prepares to auction it for an eye-watering sum. Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan ’s notorious ...World - The Guardian - November 7 -
Spain seizes 13 tonnes of cocaine hidden behind bananas on a container from Ecuador
Authorities in Spain seized 13 tonnes, or 13,000 kilograms, of cocaine in a cargo container apparently filled with bananasWorld - ABC News - November 7 -
Maurizio Cattelan’s duct-taped banana artwork fetches US$5.2m at New York auction
Crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun bought one of three editions of the viral 2019 work, describing it as ‘a cultural phenomenon’. Maurizio Cattelan’s viral artwork involving a banana duct-taped to a ...World - The Guardian - 11 hours ago -
Art Week puts Tokyo in the picture
Galleries and institutions aimed to raise the Japanese capital’s profile with a celebration of contemporary artWorld - Financial Times - November 12 -
Outside the box: public art in Miami
From giant pieces of fruit peel to a wonky ‘lighthouse’ and a marble slide, the city’s outdoor artworks offer exuberant, idiosyncratic delights — and a powerful memorialWorld - Financial Times - Yesterday -
The art market is in a correction as big spenders fade
Auction sales in the first six months at Christie's, Sotheby's, Phillips and Bonhams fell 26% from 2023 and 36% from the market peak in 2021.Business - CNBC - October 24 -
The art market is in a correction as big spenders fade
The global art market is poised for its second straight year of declines, as demand for the top trophy works wanes and a new generation of buyers favors lower-priced pieces, according to a new survey.Top stories - NBC News - October 24 -
From Setbacks to Success: Mastering the Art of Resilience
If we cultivate a resilient attitude, we can turn adversity into opportunity.Business - Inc. - October 31 -
Art-insurance disputes do not make for a pretty picture
Ronald Perelman’s $410mn lawsuit shines a light on the conflicts between collectors and insurersBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
As a Gift, Custom Art Can Be Something Special
Artists and illustrators now often work from photos, making it possible to buy the service as a present for almost anyone who is almost anywhere.Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 12 -
When India’s dream faded — and art flourished
A London show reveals how artists responded to the crumbling of post-independence idealsWorld - Financial Times - November 13 -
2,100 Fakes Rounded Up in Art Forgeries Bust
Italian officials said they had dismantled a Europe-wide network of forgers and dealers selling works purported to be by A-list artists, mostly through auction houses.World - The New York Times - November 13 -
What’s in a Name? Learn the Art of Brand Naming
Choosing the right name for your small business is more than just a label—it’s your brand’s identity.Business - Inc. - November 13 -
Man turns memories with his grandmother into timeless art
A South Bay artist found purpose and connection by painting with his grandmother, capturing her stories and turning them into a heartfelt book.Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
Will a ‘Trump Bump’ Help the Art Market’s Biggest Week?
After the U.S. election, auctioneers are looking to woo reluctant bidders back. Watch these 6 bellwether artworks to see how the market performs.Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Japanese manicurist turns sea trash into nail art
Naomi Arimoto sifts sand on the beach near her home for tiny bits of plastic that she can mould into decorative tips to put on the false nails at her salon.Top stories - NBC News - 23 hours ago -
Juul Class-Action Lawsuit Payments Inspire TikTok Trend
Unexpected payments from a class-action lawsuit have some TikTok users feeling flush.Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 23