“In a request pending at the U. S. State Department, the Chinese government has asked the U.S. to ban imports of any Chinese artifact made before 1912. The proposed prohibition, which has come under fire from American art dealers and museum directors, would cover metal objects, ceramics, stoneware, paintings and calligraphy, textiles, ivory, and wooden or bamboo objects. The Chinese government says the sweeping ban is necessary because pillaging of archeological sites and smuggling of artifacts have become rampant in recent years, despite government efforts to stop them.”
Tag: 05.11.06
Civic Pride Saves Art Chicago
Why did Chicago’s Merchandise Mart step in at the last minute to rescue the ailing Art Chicago? “Art Chicago helped establish Chicago as a cultural mecca. We produce over 25 shows a year in Chicago. Anyone who produces a show here gets a black eye if that show goes down.”
Australian Arts Organizations Celebrate Funding Boost
“Arts organisations fared well in the budget, with extra money announced for orchestras, dance, theatre and opera companies, major festivals and circus performers. A $600,000 one-off payment to the Sydney Dance Company will almost wipe out its accumulated debt and go a long way to ensuring its future.”