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Peering into the Strange Past Through the Lens of Bizarre Historical Photographs

In the 20th century, photographers captured world changes, from wars to new inventions and odd events. Photos like Boston’s Molasses Flood or alligator picnics in Los Angeles fascinated viewers and historians. Even simple mugshots reveal intriguing stories. These images, evoking smiles or sadness, piece together our history, showcasing peculiar inventions, outdated customs, and unique moments …

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TEFAF Maastricht 2024’s Best Booths are Rich in Contrast and Historical (or Not) Narrative

TEFAF Maastricht 2024’s Best Booths are Rich in Contrast and Historical (or Not) Narrative

The difficulty of going to an art fair, as anyone who has attended more than one can tell you, is holding on to the artworks that grab you. This is especially true for contemporary art fairs where, more often than not, market trends influence the work that art dealers bring. If figuration or assemblage is …

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The Best Booths at Zona Maco 2024, From Historical Performances to Showings for Venice Biennale Artists

The Best Booths at Zona Maco 2024, From Historical Performances to Showings for Venice Biennale Artists

Zona Maco, one of Latin America’s largest and most important fairs, opened to VIPs on Wednesday morning. Because of heavy traffic, the first few hours were relatively light in terms of visitors, though the aisles were in full swing by the afternoon. (Trying to get out of the Centro Citibanamex convention center, where the fair …

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