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Pope Francis, who modernized sacred art, dies at 88

Pope Francis, who modernized sacred art, dies at 88

Art news • Apr 22, 2025 • 4 minutes read
Pope Francis, who died at the age of 88, redefined sacred art by integrating contemporary creativity, ecology, and inclusion. His artistic legacy continues to transform the dialogue between faith, society, and visual expression.
Vatican's Missing Bernini Manuscript Recovered in Sting Operation, Suspect Arrested

Vatican's Missing Bernini Manuscript Recovered in Sting Operation, Suspect Arrested

Art News • 1 minutes read
Vatican authorities have arrested former employee Alfio Maria Daniele Pergolizzi for attempting to sell a stolen 17th-century manuscript by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, following a sting operation where he received a €120,000 check from Mauro Gambetti. Pergolizzi, currently detained on charges of attempted extortion, is awaiting a decision on indictment by Alessandro Diddi, promoter of justice for the Church.
Art & Redemption: Vatican's Bold Vision at Venice Biennale

Art & Redemption: Vatican's Bold Vision at Venice Biennale

Art News • 2 minutes read
The Vatican selects controversial artist Maurizio Cattelan for its Venice Biennale Pavilion, showcasing an installation at the Giudecca Women’s Prison. The exhibition, "With My Eyes," aims to merge art and spirituality, emphasizing empathy and societal reintegration through inmate collaboration.
The Creation of Adam (c. 1511) by Michelangelo Buonarroti

The Creation of Adam (c. 1511) by Michelangelo Buonarroti

Michelangelo Buonarroti • 19 minutes read
On the right side, there is a depiction of God, suspended in the air, surrounded by a halo supported by angels and cherubim. On the left side, we see Adam lying down on a meadow, overlooking a grassy slope...
An American tourist intentionally broke two statues over 2,000 years old in the Vatican

An American tourist intentionally broke two statues over 2,000 years old in the Vatican

Vatican • 2 minutes read
After being turned down for a meeting with the Pope, an American tourist breaks ancient statues at the Vatican.
The Sistine Chapel set for Netflix, demolished just after it was used. 5 million dollars go up in smoke!

The Sistine Chapel set for Netflix, demolished just after it was used. 5 million dollars go up in smoke!

Art News • 4 minutes read
Netflix spent $5 million to make a copy of the Sistine Chapel that was perfect. The copy was destroyed soon after. Why?
The Vatican will officially open the NFT gallery in order to 'democratize art'

The Vatican will officially open the NFT gallery in order to 'democratize art'

Vatican • 2 minutes read
The Vatican will open a non-fungible token (NFT) gallery later this year. Sensorium, a virtual reality startup, and Humanity 2.0, a Vatican-led NGO are working on the project. The gallery will be accessible via virtual reality headsets as well as desktop computers.
Contemporary art enters the Vatican with an exhibition in the famous Apostolic Library

Contemporary art enters the Vatican with an exhibition in the famous Apostolic Library

Art News • 2 minutes read
A Few Steps From the Sistine Chapel, the Vatican Library Has Just Opened Its First Permanent Contemporary Art Exhibition. The Italian artist Pietro Ruffo's installation will be on display until the end of February 2022.

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