Worldwide media recently took note of a record-breaking find at the July 23rd Tulsa, Oklahoma taping of the popular PBS program, Antiques Roadshow. Five 17th-18th-century Chinese libation cups made from carved rhinoceros horn shattered all records to become the highest-appraised objects in the history of the program. Seeing this as a great opportunity to engage … Continue reading Philbrook in Tulsa to Exhibit Record-Setting Roadshow Rino Carvings
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A Conversation with Annette Pittman
I first learned about Laura Clubb and her art collection on a visit to the Philbrook in Tulsa, Oklahoma. A post about her and her paintings lead to this podcast with Annette Pittman, the granddaughter of Laura Clubb. We talked about her memories of growing up with art, the now demolished hotel, favorite paintings and … Continue reading A Conversation with Annette Pittman
Laura Clubb and Oklahoma’s Art Collection
On a visit to the Philbrook Museum of Art, most likely like other first-time visitors, I was immediately amazed by the 72-room Italian Renaissance mansion and its 23-acre garden. However, I agree with what the former director of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art said: “what counts in a museum is above all the quality of … Continue reading Laura Clubb and Oklahoma’s Art Collection
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