Rumi Antiques & Fine Art Sponsors Behind Closed Doors

Saturday, June 14, 2008

Rumi Antiques & Fine Art is proud to announce its sponsorship of Behind Closed Doors: An Entrée to Private Collections in support of the Marvelle Koffler Breast Centre at Mount Sinai Hospital.

One of Toronto's most exciting fundraising events Behind Closed Doors opens up some of the city's most prestigious private collections of paintings, photography, tribal art, sculpture and antiques.

Inspired by similar events in Basel, Switzerland, New York, Miami and Chicago, Behind Closed Doors participants are personally guided through some of Toronto's most exclusive art collections by the collectors themselves or, in some cases, by the professional docents who bring to life the remarkable stories behind each collection.

The day begins with a sumptuous brunch at the Four Seasons to kick off the day and then a coffee reception at the conclusion of the tour. An anticipated 300 participants from the arts, business, corporate and philanthropic communities will board luxury coach buses and stop at four different private collections throughout the day.

Joseph Rumi, Director of Fine Art for Rumi Antiques & Fine Art, will once again act as docent for the Koffler collection on October 26th 2008.

Please join us for this wonderful event that promises to enrich the mind and provide assistance to those battling with breast cancer. To purchase tickets simply visit: www.behindcloseddoorsmsh.ca

Rumi Antiques & Fine Art Partners with The Magnes Group Inc.

Thursday, May 29, 2008

Rumi Antiques & Fine Art is pleased to announce its partnership with The MAGNES Group, managers of personal insurance portfolios for high net worth individuals.

"Antiques and Fine Art increase in value exponentially with each passing year,” said Joseph Rumi, Director of Fine Art for Rumi Antiques & Fine Art. “That is why we have partnered with The MAGNES Group to provide their clients with the current market value of their collections, to protect them from financial loss and to assist them with estate planning for future generations."

The Private Client Group at The MAGNES Group consists of a highly trained and dedicated team of service and advisory professionals, including claims managers who provide advice and support, coordinate with the insurance company and advocate on their clients behalf.

In addition, The MAGNES Group has the professional resources to expertly assess and profile their customers’ risk. Their solutions arise from careful analysis of individual needs and are kept fresh through regular communications and annual portfolio reviews.

“We listen to our clients and ask the right questions to gain full knowledge of their personal needs and lifestyle,” says Allison Bryce, Partner and Vice President of the Private Client Division. "Our success has been built on earning the trust, confidence and respect of our clients to whom we are completely accountable. Our customers' personal assets are major investments of utmost value; our mission is to protect them and provide peace of mind. Beyond this, we recognize the need for extreme discretion and we do all we can to protect our clients' privacy and interest."

Rumi Antiques & Fine Art and The MAGNES Group have been members of the Oakville and Toronto business communities for a combined total of over 75 years.

For more information about The MAGNES Group please contact:
Kathleen McPhie
VIP Account Executive
905-845-9793 ext. 373
kmcphie@magnesgroup.com

Rumi Antiques & Fine Art Supports Designer Alicia Nunes at Eva's Initiatives Home For Life Auction

Tuesday, May 27, 2008

On May 28th Alicia Nunes, a student in the Humber College Design program, will be competing with other up and coming designers at the Eva’s Initiatives Home For Life Auction as she designs her own “room” using donated furniture from Rumi Antiques & Fine Art.

The auction, in its 10th year, raises money for Eva’s Initiatives as they work collaboratively with homeless and at-risk youth to help them reach their potential to lead productive, self-sufficient and healthy lives. The organization does this by providing safe shelter and a range of services to create long term solutions for homeless youth by developing and implementing proactive and progressive services.

We wish Alicia great success in the up-coming competition and would like to thank her for helping us become part of such a wonderful cause.

Jenna Wakani and Rumi Antiques & Fine Art at the 5th Annual Art Gallery of Mississauga Auction

Friday, May 02, 2008

May 2nd was a magical night at the Pavilion Royale where the Art Gallery of Mississauga held its 5th annual auction. Numerous artists and galleries donated works of art in support the institution including Jenna Wakani from Rumi Antiques & Fine Art whose "Silver Moon Motel, Etobicoke, New Years Day" enticed bidders.

Wakani began her career as a photojournalist and photo editor while studying Art History at McGill University. Since that time, she has contributed to publications such as the National Post, Bon Appetit, Toronto Life, Maisonneuve, and BUST Magazine. As a fine art photographer, she has produced several series of personal artwork for exhibition in Montreal. Her latest series was shot in both Montreal and Toronto, where she now resides and exhibits.

We wish to congratulate the Art Gallery of Mississauga on a wonderful event and look forward to next year’s auction with great anticipation.

Artists Nicholas Malcolm and Ricardo Rumi accepted to the 35th Annual Peel Juried Show of Fine Art

Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Artists Nicholas Malcolm and Ricardo Rumi have been selected to exhibit their works “Monkey’s Paw” and “Trowel One” at the 35th Annual Juried Show of Fine Art at the Art Gallery of Peel. Both artists are honored to be involved in such a diverse and impressive display of artistic talent in their community.

Malcolm and Rumi are part of a small group of artists who have been working in a “Relaxationist” style, expressing themselves through a series of experimental works that are built on their personal life experiences. “The works produced all start as an experiment,” said Malcolm. “There is absolutely no planning to the exercise. Call it what you will, but I would say it is a merging of colour and the brain.

A new series of paintings by both artists are on display at Rumi Antiques and Fine Art in conjunction with the juried exhibition.

The Art Gallery of Peel will be hosting the 35th Annual Juried Show of Fine Art from April 30th - June 15 2008. For more information on this event please contact the Art Gallery of Peel at www.peelheritagecomplex.org.

Team Rumi attends the 2008 Super Cities Walk for MS

Sunday, April 13, 2008

For years Team Rumi has participated in the Oakville Super Cities Walk for Multiple Sclerosis and this year was our best yet. The sun was shining, the air was fresh, and our team walked its way to providing over $1000 for MS research and the care of those diagnosed with MS.

We would like to thank all of those who helped us in our fight to bring an end to Multiple Sclerosis and look forward to seeing you all next year!

If you would like to make a donation or learn more about MS please visit the MS Society website at www.mssociety.ca.

Rumi Antiques & Fine Art Sponsors St. Jude's Celebration of the Arts

Wednesday, March 12, 2008

Rumi Antiques & Fine Art is proud to sponsor the 2008/2009 season of St. Jude's Celebration of the Arts. This magnificent organization shines a spotlight on young musicians and provides the Oakville community with the opportunity to experience musical excellence in an intimate setting.

Recently Rumi Antiques & Fine Art had the opportunity to attend "A Symphony of Youth" a collaboration between St. Jude’s Celebration of the Arts and the Glen Gould School. An assembly of close to 30 musicians presented an exceptional and dramatic display of energy, passion and skill that gripped the audience from the very beginning and rivaled professional concerts held in Toronto.

We look forward to a wonderful season and hope that you will join us in promoting excellence in the Fine Arts.

To receive notices of up-coming concerts please contact Don Pangman, Chairman of St. Jude’s Celebration of the Arts, at dcpimpact@sympatico.ca.