How the Masters Changed Art History

How does one credit a great artist? Ascribing artistic greatness is no simple task. The definition itself is relative to the time and place of an artwork’s creation. Undoubtedly, it would be [...]

The Rise and Reign of Modern Art

In the last 150 years alone, the art world has taken a series of tenacious twists and turns. What was once defined by ornate encasements, master apprenticeships and royal commissions transformed [...]

Own a Piece of Art History with the Holiday Sale

Have you ever been in a museum admiring artwork by a master artist and thought, “What would it be like to own this? How would it look in my living room or study?” Owning artwork by an old or [...]

How to Appreciate Art

Unlocking the meaning behind a work of art is one of the many joys of viewing and collecting. But how do you appreciate art and actually interpret it? Often, there is a veneer of elitism [...]

Picasso Ceramics at Park West Gallery

Although commonly recognized for his talents as a painter, Pablo Picasso also commanded an equally masterful hand in the art of ceramics. Picasso ceramics, also known as Picasso pottery and [...]

British Museum bolsters Picasso collection with graphic works

Pablo Picasso is undoubtedly one of the most famous modern artists, and for good reason – he was masterful in nearly every medium, including graphic works. A story in The Guardian reports that [...]

Scientists discover “chemical fingerprint” of Picasso

Studies of early works by Pablo Picasso have provided new insight into the renowned artist and how he painted between 1895 and 1900. According to ArtNet News, Spanish chemical engineer Dr. José [...]

Free 2016 Seminar Series begins January 10

Discover more about your favorite artists, brush up on art history and gain valuable tips for collecting art with Park West Gallery’s new 2016 art seminar series. Visit the gallery in Southfield, [...]

“Reclining Nude” by Modigliani sold for $170.4 million

The “Reclining Nude” painting by Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani broke records on November 9, 2015 when it sold for $170.4 million at a Christie’s, New York, auction. According to the Wall [...]

Auctioneer Spotlight: Dylan and Jane Cawood

Many of our Park West collectors develop friendships with the art teams over the course of their land or sea vacations. Here’s a chance to get to know them better as they share their favorite [...]