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Titanic's Newly Found Bronze 'Diana of Versailles' Statue May Break Records at Auctions—Here's Why
A newly recovered bronze statue of Diana from the Titanic wreckage could potentially outsell previous record-breaking Titanic artifacts at auction, as interest in the ship's memorabilia remains high. 
Sudan’s National Museum Collection Looted as Ongoing Civil War Persists
The Sudanese Rapid Support Forces have been accused of looting the National Museum of Sudan amid the ongoing civil war, with artifacts reportedly trafficked across the border and appearing for sale online. 
UK Town Celebrates Lowry's Legacy by Recreating the 1938 Bridge Street Painting
Berwick-upon-Tweed will reenact a scene from L.S. Lowry’s 1938 painting of Bridge Street on September 6, inviting residents and visitors to dress as characters from the iconic artwork. 
Norman Rockwell Paintings to be Auctioned by Boy Scouts of America to Compensate Sexual Abuse Victims
The Boy Scouts of America will auction a 321-piece art collection, including works by Norman Rockwell, to help fund compensation for sexual abuse survivors as part of a $2.4 billion bankruptcy settlement. 
Art Schools Now Offers AI Curriculum Despite Growing Lawsuits Over Copyright Issues
Top art schools in the US are offering AI curricula designed to help students use AI tools creatively, despite ongoing ethical and legal challenges. 
California Man Sentenced for Smuggling 2,000-Year-Old Roman Mosaic from Syria
A California man has been sentenced to three months in federal prison for illegally smuggling a 2,000-pound Roman mosaic from Syria, valued at $450,000. 
Rare Prints of Hokusai's 'Great Wave' Expected to Fetch High Prices at September Auctions
Two rare prints of Katsushika Hokusai's 'The Great Wave' will be auctioned by Bonhams and Christie's this September due to strong interest and demand. 
Shakespeare's Only Portrait Painted from Life May Be Owned by a British Window Washer
A British man claims his family owns the only known portrait of William Shakespeare painted during the playwright's lifetime, potentially worth up to £200 million ($260 million). 
Lucas Cranach's Portrait to Be Auctioned at Christie's After Deal Between Museum and Jewish Family
Christie’s will auction Lucas Cranach the Elder’s "Portrait of George the Bearded, Duke of Saxony: in January 2025, following a settlement between the Allentown Art Museum and the heirs of its original Jewish owner. Château du Clos Lucé Exhibition Showcases Leonardo da Vinci’s Interest in Perfume
A new exhibition at Château du Clos Lucé reveals Leonardo da Vinci's deep interest in perfumes, showing his research and innovations in fragrance. 12 Art and Museum Institutions Use AI to Restore Art’s Original Colors
The new PERCEIVE project uses AI to digitally restore the faded colors of famous artworks, including Edvard Munch's *The Scream*, with support from major institutions and a focus on preserving art for future generations. 
Art Market Now Uses AI to Better Value Art by Tracking Its Originality and History
AI is transforming the art industry by boosting the accuracy of appraisals and market analysis, offering a competitive edge for auction houses through data-driven insights. 
British Museum Reveals $162M Gift, Including Rare Chinese Jades and Porcelain From Joseph Hotung
Late Hong Kong businessman, Joseph Hotung left a £123 million (or approximately $162M) bequest to the British Museum, which includes Chinese antiquities and European art. 
Top 5 Unexplained Structures in the World That Still Puzzle Experts
While most were already explained, these top 5 unexplained structures in the world contain features that make experts scratch their heads. Louvre Mueseum to Increase Ticket Prices as Visitor Numbers Plummet by 22% During Paris Olympics
The Louvre Museum saw a 22% decline in visitors during the Paris Olympics due to security measures and a 99% hike in operational costs, prompting a ticket price increase. 
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