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A Milwaukee landlord discovered an original Pablo Picasso etching, missing since 2018, in a vacant apartment. The artwork, 'Torero,' valued at up to $50,000, was returned to police on August 5.
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UK Bans Export of $97.2M Rembrandt Portrait
The UK has temporarily banned the export of a Rembrandt painting valued at £71.7 million to allow a local institution time to raise funds to buy it.
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Ashley Sanchez leads the 2025 NWSL Golden Boot race with 13 goals after a brace against Boston Legacy, edging out Barbra Banda and Temwa Chawinga as the
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Riverside Art Museum Names New Director
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Erykah Badu discusses her first album in 11 years, 'Before the World Blows', her work as a doula, and her evolving artistry.
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