Lifestyle
We discovered an iPhone on a painting from 1860!
Oct 5, 2022
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The Internet can't figure out why a woman in a painting from 1860 seems to be holding an iPhone.
Art News
Just Stop Oil found guilty of criminal damage for sticking to Van Gogh painting
Nov 24, 2022
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A judge says that activists did permanent damage to the frame holding Peach Trees in Blossom in a London art gallery.
Art News
A famous Van Gogh painting belonging to a Japanese company was looted by the Nazis
Dec 20, 2022
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Jewish banker's heirs are taking a Japanese company to court over a Van Gogh painting they say was stolen by the Nazis.
Art History
Bacchus by Caravaggio
Apr 12, 2023
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Caravaggio's Bacchus is a masterpiece of Baroque painting, depicting the Roman god of wine and fertility reclining on a bed of grapes and holding a goblet of wine in his left hand. The painting is notable for its striking use of light and shadow, and its intense emotional impact.
Lifestyle
François Pinault: an eminent figure among art connoisseurs
Sep 26, 2023
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François Pinault, born on August 21, 1936, is a French tycoon in the world of business. He is renowned as the founder of the opulent conglomerate Kering and the investment holding entity Artémis...
Art News
New York Supreme Court Compels Sotheby's to Disclose Details in Art Restitution Case
Mar 25, 2024
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The New York Supreme Court has ordered Sotheby’s to disclose the identities of both the seller and buyer of a disputed Tiepolo painting, rooted in claims from descendants of a Holocaust survivor. This landmark decision challenges the confidentiality norms of auction houses and may set a precedent for transparency in art restitution cases.
Lifestyle
Cecilia and Ernesto Poma: A passion for Latin American art
Dec 28, 2023
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Latin American art constitutes a significant portion of Cecilia and Ernesto Poma's art collection. They are known for their support of the Museum of Modern Art in New York, where they hosted a private exhibition of their art holdings for MoMA's junior associates in 2017...
Lifestyle
The Burger Collection's Journey in Contemporary Art and Cultural Impact
Nov 21, 2023
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The Burgers, Monique and Max, are Swiss collectors who initiated the renowned Burger Collection in the late 1990s, focusing on contemporary art from globally acclaimed artists. Their dedication extends beyond collecting, as they actively support various institutions, contribute to philanthropy, and play influential roles in the art community.
Art News
Queen Elizabeth II Memorialized with her Corgis in New Statue
Apr 24, 2024
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A new bronze statue honoring Queen Elizabeth II was unveiled in Oakham, England, depicting the late monarch with her favorite corgis. This is the first in a series of statues and memorials across Britain that celebrate the queen's legacy eighteen months after her passing.
Art News
French Court Sentences Man for Attempted Theft of Banksy Artwork
Jun 25, 2024
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A French court sentenced musician Mejdi R. to a two-year suspended prison term and fined him for attempting to steal a Banksy artwork in Paris, underscoring the country's firm stance on cultural theft. Mejdi R. claimed he was instructed by Banksy, but this was denied by the artist's representatives, highlighting ongoing debates about the ownership and value of street art.
Lifestyle
Were "Nike sneakers" found on a 17th century painting?
May 23, 2023
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A mother and daughter couldn't help but notice what looks like Nike trainers in a picture at the National Portrait Gallery. This has brought the painting a lot of attention.
Art News
Ron Perelman Sells $963M Art Collection to Repay Banks
May 24, 2024
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Ronald O. Perelman sold 71 pieces of art by renowned artists for $963 million between 2020 and 2022 to repay loans, as revealed by court documents. The sale, driven by a margin call from Deutsche Bank, included works by Picasso, Warhol, Basquiat, and others.
Art News
The National Portrait Gallery in London has acquired five female artists' self-portraits
Mar 10, 2022
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The National Portrait Gallery in London has acquired five self-portraits by women-identifying artists as part of a three-year commitment to increase female representation in its collection. The gallery is presently closed for a major makeover.
Art News
Matchstick Masterpiece Misses Mark: Eiffel Tower Dream Dashed
Feb 8, 2024
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Richard Plaud's attempt to break the world record for the tallest matchstick model of the Eiffel Tower was disqualified by Guinness World Records due to his use of non-standard, sulfur-less matches. Despite his eight-year effort and the use of 706,900 matchsticks, his 7.19m replica did not meet the criteria for record recognition.
Art News
Many historic sites destroyed after earthquakes that hit Turkey and Syria
Feb 7, 2023
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Turkey and Syria both had quakes. Gaziantep Castle and other historic sites were damaged.
Art News
Art Confronts a Tragic Shooting
Mar 18, 2024
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"Echoes of Resilience" unveils artists' reflections on a devastating racist mass shooting, explored through the Buffalo AKG Art Museum's latest exhibition. The show features poignant works that confront community grief and systemic racism, fostering a dialogue on healing and awareness.
Art News
Steven Spielberg: in the top 10 Hollywood collectors
Sep 20, 2023
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Steven Allan Spielberg, born on December 18, 1946, is a prominent American filmmaker who wears multiple hats as a director, producer, and screenwriter...
Art News
Two Banksy works have been altered, one without the artist's permission.
Nov 26, 2021
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Banksy is the most well-known street artist in the world. Recently, a landlord in England pulled one of his murals from the side of a building to sale it. A few months before, actor Christopher Walken, character in "The Outlaws", painted over an original Banksy for a scene.
Art News
Rediscovered Rembrandt Masterpiece: From Obscurity to $18.4 Million Triumph
Oct 9, 2023
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A recently rediscovered Rembrandt masterpiece, previously attributed to his circle, is expected to fetch an impressive $18.4 million at Sotheby's. This remarkable reattribution and surge in value follows an 18-month research effort and reflects the enduring allure of Rembrandt's work in the art world.
Lifestyle
David Geffen: the most valuable art accumulation in sole ownership
Sep 27, 2023
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David Lawrence Geffen, born on February 21, 1943, is a prominent figure in the American business landscape. He is widely recognized as a business tycoon, film industry luminary, and the mastermind behind the establishment of several influential record labels and film ventures...
Lifestyle
Visionaries of Modern Art: The Remarkable Legacy of the Cone Sisters
Oct 13, 2023
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The Cone sisters, Claribel and Etta Cone, were prominent American art collectors and patrons who are best known for their extensive collection of modern art, particularly works by European and American artists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Art History
Contemporary Street Art: How Banksy's Little Girl with a Balloon became an icon
Sep 8, 2021
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Balloon girl or Girl with Balloon is one of Banksy’s most important works. It demonstrates the graffiti stencil technique that has made Banksy famous around the globe.
Art News
The painting "Salvator Mundi", sold for 450 million dollars to a Saudi prince, is not by Leonardo da Vinci
Nov 15, 2021
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Curators at the Museo Nacional del Prado have downgraded the picture of Jesus, the most valuable painting ever sold at auction, after years of debate concerning its origin.
Art News
Sudden Closure of Prominent Art Schools Leaves Students in Disarray!
Sep 28, 2023
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Prominent Art Institutes in the US Close Abruptly, Leaving 1,700 Students Uncertain about Their Academic Futures. Financial Struggles and Ownership Changes Over a Decade Culminate in Unexpected Closure.
Art News
After a legal battle, the monumental KAWS installation in Singapore can finally be completed
Nov 16, 2021
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Legal action has been threatened against Singapore's viral public art show.
Artist Portraits
JESSICA NODIN: Madness, absurdity, lightness
Nov 19, 2019
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Jessica Nodin draws and writes, playing with forms as with words, to take advantage of the absurdities of language, images and ultimately of existence itself. The absurd demands to be treated seriously.
Pop Culture
Miniaturist Artist: Her Tiny Version of Monet Reunited with the Original
Jul 21, 2023
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Ana Sofía Casaverde, Peruvian artist, went to the National Gallery of Art to admire "Woman with a Parasol", a work that she had painstakingly reproduced with the help of a needle.
Art News
Veronica Ryan, wins the Turner Prize
Dec 8, 2022
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On Wednesday, Britain's most important art award went to an artist from New York who showed work at this year's Whitney Biennial.
Art News
After five years of building, the new Istanbul Modern Museum is finally open
May 4, 2023
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Before important elections, a major new modern art space designed by Renzo Piano opens.
Art News
Egon Schiele's artworks, suspected of having been looted during the Nazi era, have been confiscated from museums across the United States
Sep 15, 2023
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The Manhattan District Attorney's office has directed the impounding of artworks held at the Art Institute of Chicago, Carnegie Museums, and Allen Memorial Art Museum...
Art History
Did you know these works?
Aug 2, 2023
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The theme proposed today is related to the element of water, to the place of the sea, or the swimming pool, in which the bodies of the wet dabblers delight in diving, moving their arms and legs, holding their breath under the more or less salty surface, aimed at nullifying the weight of their bodies and sometimes even that of their thoughts, assimilating them to the lightness of the current summer season...
Art News
A traveling museum about climate change shows up in New York and wants to find a permanent home
Nov 4, 2022
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The Climate Museum's pop-up show in Manhattan aims to get people to take action and raise money for a permanent location.
Art News
Native American sacred cave auctioned for over $ 2 million
Sep 16, 2021
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A private cave containing more than 1,000-year-old Native American artwork was auctioned off in Missouri. Auctioneer refused to reveal the identity of the winner. Osage Nation leaders had hoped to purchase the land to "protect and preserve our most sacred site".
Artist Portraits
Don McCullin
Jul 6, 2023
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Don McCullin is an acclaimed British photojournalist, known for his impactful photographs of conflict zones around the world. Her committed and emotionally powerful work has earned her international recognition and helped raise awareness of the devastating consequences of war and social injustice.
Art History
The apple in art
Feb 27, 2024
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When I say apple, we think of both the taste of its tender and sweet flesh and the story of iconic characters who have tasted it, like those in fairy tales, myths, legends, and the Bible...
Art History
The Significance of Icons in Christianity and Art
Mar 4, 2024
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Icons hold significant spiritual importance in Christianity, serving as windows to the divine and aids for contemplative prayer. In art, they represent a unique fusion of religious devotion and aesthetic expression, conveying profound theological truths and fostering a connection between the earthly and the divine realms.