Archive for November 2013
Renowned artists donate work for auction to support academic freedom
28 November 2013
A range of works by over 70 leading artists, including the likes of Jeremy Deller, Maggi Hambling and Quentin Blake, on the theme of oppression and freedom will go under the hammer on December 5th in support of the Council for Assisting Refugee Academics. Read more
START World
28 November 2013
Based in Dubai Knowledge Village, START is a charity running art workshops for refugees, orphans and children with special needs, including Autism and Down syndrome. Find out more about how you can support this worthwhile cause ... Read more
John Jones Review - Abu Dhabi Art Fair
28 November 2013
Our Business Development Manager Frankie Spickernell reflects on her trip to Abu Dhabi Art Fair, stand-out galleries and artworks, interesting events and cultural change in the region! Read more
Bob Dylan - Halcyon Gallery
27 November 2013
Building on the success of his first museum exhibition in Chemnitz, Germany in 2007, Mood Swings at Halcyon gallery is Bob Dylan’s most comprehensive art show yet. Read more
Discover ... Berloni Gallery
26 November 2013
Margherita Berloni’s gallery EB&FLOW, established in 2011 in a converted print works in Shoreditch, has undergone a change of name and a change of location this autumn! Read more
John Jones guide to Miami Fairs - Art Basel, Pulse and Spectrum
25 November 2013
From the 4th to the 8th of December, the eyes of the art world will turn to Miami Beach, Florida for a plethora of exciting international art fairs. With so much choice on offer, our team have produced a handy guide to Art Basel, Pulse and Spectrum to help curate your visit! Read more
John Kingerlee and John Minihan - Cork Street Gathering
25 November 2013
The work of fine artist John Kingerlee and photographer John Minihan will travel from Cork in Ireland to the renowned Cork Street in London for a special exhibition organised by Carrie Neely Contemporary Art gallery!. Read more
Brownhill Love Art Insurance
22 November 2013
Throughout our forty years of experience in protecting and presenting fine art, we have built strong relationships with trusted partners in artwork shipping, storage and insurance, and take pride in recommending their services to our clients. Read more
London Art Fair - Special ticket offer for John Jones clients!
19 November 2013
The London Art fair has grown to be the largest Modern British and Contemporary art fair in the UK, rivalling even the mighty Frieze ... Read more
November Newsletters
18 November 2013
Every month, we produce a choice of themed newsletters for artists, photographers, interior designers, collectors and art enthusiasts. Each issue is filled with events, tips and special offers from across the art and design world! Please click on the image to read our November editions ... Read more
Paris Photo 2013
15 November 2013
Following international success in April 2013 at their first American fair, the prestigious Paris Photo is returning to the Grand Palais for the 17th year, hosting 136 galleries alongside 28 photography publishing specialists. Read more
Hamdan International Photography Award
14 November 2013
Enter Hamdan International Photography Award for the chance to win up to $120,000 in prize money. Read more
Osteria Tufo - New Italian Restaurant opens in Finsbury Park
14 November 2013
For a “Taste of Italy in the heart of Finsbury Park” you only need travel 100 yards from John Jones to Fonthill Road’s new Osteria Tufo restaurant. Read more
Jong Soo Kwon - The Feather Series
14 November 2013
3D photography by Korean lenticular specialist Jong Soo Kwon will be displayed for the first time in Europe on November 21st at Barracuda Club! Read more
Richard Caldicott – Envelope Drawings
14 November 2013
We are delighted to be showcasing a series of striking Envelope Drawings by artist Richard Caldicott, creator of stunning abstract compositions and geometric forms. Read more
Second Floor Studios Open Studio Event
14 November 2013
Over the weekend of the 16th and 17th of November a community of over 300 artists, print makers, craft makers and designers from Second Floor Studios invites you into their workspace for their Open Studios event. Read more
HOMEGROWN Pop-up Shop
14 November 2013
If you’re looking for unusual homewares and art pieces or just somewhere off the beaten track to search out unique Christmas gifts, the HOMEGROWN pop-up shop in Muswell Hill will be introducing limited edition contemporary art and design to the community for one weekend only! Read more
Ralph Lauren Home marks its thirtieth anniversary
13 November 2013
Long-time John Jones client Ralph Lauren is celebrating the thirtieth anniversary of their Homeware collection by launching two new ranges. Read more
Francis Bacon artwork makes world record sale!
13 November 2013
Francis Bacon’s 1969 triptych depicting his friend Lucian Freud set the world record for the most expensive artwork ever sold at auction earlier this week, making a staggering $142.4 million. Read more
Stephen Shore - Sprüth Magers
13 November 2013
Pioneer of the ‘diaristic snapshot and the monumentalised landscape’, American artist Stephen Shore is set to present a long awaited solo exhibition at Spruth Magers Gallery, London. Read more
Hush - Fatales
13 November 2013
Newcastle based urban artist HUSH is well known for his passionate paintings inspired by Manga. His new solo exhibition entitled Fatales expands on the Japanese female form to explore modern day European seductresses. Read more
John Jones Limited Edition Print Sale
04 November 2013
For one day only John Jones is hosting an exclusive limited edition print sale at our design studios in Finsbury Park! Our friends at Whitechapel, the ICA and Art on the Underground will be showcasing some of their finest editions by the likes of Sarah Lucas, Gillian Wearing and Wolfgang Tillmans ... Read more