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29/05/2026

Calor licitantis is a Latin term now used to describe ‘bidder’s heat’ or ‘auction fever’: the irrational momentum that can drive bidders to pay more than an item’s expected value. The concept dates to Roman law, where excessive bidding could affect the enforceability of an auction purchase. Unlike ancient Rome, however, there's no easy out. Do make sure you read the T's&C's when signing up to bid.

24/05/2026

One of many valuable opportunities via the AVAA.

Register Today — If you're a valuer and have been thinking about becoming an expert witness, this webinar will help you identify the required expertise and understand court expectations. Tickets at: https://zurl.co/v2nXG

24/03/2026

Must see: a forceful retrospective of Biripi and Worimi elder Gordon Syron's work at Newstead Art, Bondi. 30 yrs ago I curated the important exhibition: 'Aboriginal Deaths in Custody: A History, through the Work of Gordon Syron and Elaine Pelot Kitchener', at New South Wales Parliament House, Sydney. One of the leading paintings, Judgement by His Peers, 1978, has now been acquired by the NGA. A long overdue acknowledgment of Gordon's significance to the national estate. His war continues ... https://www.newsteadart.com.au/syrons-war

21/02/2026

Valuation News — A Practice Note issued by the NSW Supreme Court provides one perspective on the use of generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) in the preparation of expert reports. Read more: https://zurl.co/Gtzz7

06/06/2025

A shout out to those interested collection management: it's on again - but with more! Following its success in 2024, 16Albermarle (Sydney) is again running its 2 day seminar, The Art Object, designed to assist developing practical skills in understanding objects and their components; object handling, storage and environmental considerations; packing and transport; installation and supports; as well as object examination and condition reporting.

This seminar is designed for: students following art-related, museum and heritage courses; Emerging arts workers with interests in registration, conservation, collection management and curating; Early-career professionals in the cultural and museum sectors working in roles focused on the care and handling of objects and collections.

When: 6 and 7 August. $200 per person. Enquiries: John Cruthers 0433 020 237 / [email protected].

26/03/2025

Budget bite for small biz and artists alike - the newly announced federal budget ends the tax write-off on art purchases up to $20K for eligible small businesses. Ceases 30 June 2025. It would be interesting to see the data on such sales over the past 15 yrs, as to whether it was indeed a primary market stimulus.

24/03/2025

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18/09/2024

Ever had a secret fantasy to be an art conservator? Or perhaps you'd like to skill up for your own collection's needs. Here's your chance: 16Albermarle (Sydney) is running a 2 day seminar next Wed 25 and Thurs 26 Sep: The Art Object, Conservation and Collection Management Seminar. $100 per person. Enquiries: John Cruthers 0433 020 237 / [email protected].

27/07/2024

Vale Terry Ingram, fearless Saleroom reporter. Spent many years observing the anxious dread of management and specialists alike awaiting his post auction calls. You never quite knew what he’d fixate on. Good for the biz.

Saleroom’s founding columnist spent 44 years reporting stories the industry wanted to keep quiet, including the art sale story of the century on Blue Poles.

13/03/2024

The Archibald Prize is ramping up. Past winner Vincent Namatjira (2020) has roomfuls of fabulous faces in his new exhibition at the NGA. Funny, clever, straight talking and satirical swipes at our cultural hegemony and political relics. https://nga.gov.au/exhibitions/vincent-namatjira-australia-in-colour/