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Welcome to the premiere edition of International Art Treasures Web Magazine. Join us in celebrating art and artists across the spectrum, whether they be old masters, contemporary artists with an international reputation or emerging talents. Experience a beautiful rich world of visual splendor and the grand style. Explore the greatest treasures of art as we begin our journey of the world's foremost galleries, restaurants, hotels and resorts resplendent with cultural treasures. We start with Italy. Genoa is a jewel in the Italian Riviera that has spent years preparing for her designation as the European Union's Cultural Capital for 2004. Amsterdam's Van Gogh Museum celebrates the 150th Anniversary of the birth of Vincent Van Gogh. Milwaukee Art Museum is home to the first completed structure in the USA designed by world renowned architect Santiago Calatrava. The Museum is a leading repository for Georgia O'Keeffe's works which will soon be exhibited in a permanent gallery. Auction action debuts with Heffel Fine Art Auction House and their innovative online auctions. It will be of interest to art collectors and those wishing to begin their art investment experience. Heffel explains the process simply for those new to auctions. Toronto is a city filled with opportunities to view artists and their works, in this edition we'll focus on the Art Gallery of Ontario and a smaller gallery, Three Fishes Designs and Gallery. We'll combine art with fine dining--something offered by many restaurants in the regular column "Gourmet Gallery". Our first edition artists include Tom Thomson, The Group of Seven, Vincent Van Gogh, and Georgia O'Keeffe. There are countless artists, movements, galleries to discuss. Look for these in future editions of International Art Treasures. The journey has begun as we invite you to travel along with us. |