In 2020, commissioning an artwork allows a collector to be involved in the creative process – the result being a uniquely personal piece. In this article, we will explore the history of art on commission, revealing the significance of the practice that has shaped art movements and led to the creation of some of the most famous pieces of all…
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Singulart is proud to present its art collectors, who give works of art a new home – supporting artists and the art market in the process – and reinforce our mission. We sat down Ralph and Marita Anstoetz to talk about their passion for collecting art. About Ralph and Marita Anstoetz Ralph Anstoetz, Head of Design and managing partner of the JAB ANSTOETZ Group,…
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When in search of an individual piece, an artwork that reflects a moment, a person or a unique feeling, many people turn to commission works. Asking an artist to paint something specifically for you or a loved one gives the original artwork something extra – your own personal touch brought to light by the artist’s brush. Singulart has selected a…
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On 11 March 2020, the World Health Organisation declared the spread of Covid-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, a pandemic. The magnitude of this is a shock to us all. However, if we look at the history of mankind, it is clear that pandemics have been affecting us for centuries. Where better to find testimony than in art, which has…
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Although still life art existed in ancient times, it suddenly disappeared from the canvas for a lengthy period. The “autonomous” depiction of objects, entirely without people interacting with them, only spread again during the Golden Age in the Netherlands. The genre has been of great importance since its resurgence at the end of the 16th century and continues to be…
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This period of confinement gives you an ideal excuse to review your favorites and perfect your cultural references for when you are back out socializing! To help, we have selected our top 10 art-related films and documentaries. In line with our vocation of empowering artists, plenty of renowned artists are of course featured in our selected films, with exciting monographs.…
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We are suddenly faced with long periods of time at home, so we are looking for inspiration on how to pass the hours. Here are some Arts & Culture Podcasts from around the world you can dive into while cooking, doing a puzzle, cleaning or just sitting back and relaxing. Let’s do what we can to make this time of…
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This Sunday, the favorite sons and daughters of Hollywood will gather at the glittering Dolby Theatre to receive the Academy’s highest honors. From Scarlett Johansson to Joaquin Phoenix, Saoirse Ronan and Brad Pitt, Sam Mendes and Martin Scorsese… every film lover will be watching the Oscars with their eyes glued to the screen. In this article, Singulart has compiled a…
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Long-overshadowed by paintings, sculptures are all too often overlooked as showpieces for the home. They’re forced to play second fiddle to oils and acrylics, frequently ignored by interior design magazines and absent from the art wishlists of many. Today, we’re here to change that! Here’s why you should consider investing in sculptures for your interior spaces: A Closer Match to…
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When it’s winter in Europe, it’s summer in Australia; when the leaves are falling in the US, monsoons are moving throughout Indonesia. The changing of seasons has been a major subject in literature, entertainment and art for centuries, and today we’re bringing you a selection of seasonal works ripe for the picking. Browse through art for every season below. Autumn…
