Art News
A 2,000-year-old, perfectly preserved blue Roman glass bowl has been discovered in the Netherlands
Jan 26, 2022
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Archaeologists excavating a site in Nijmegen, Netherlands' oldest city, find 2,000-year-old glass bowl. The blue glass bowl has been perfectly preserved, with no visible cracks or chips.
Lifestyle
Learn about this incredible, previously unknown detail of Munch's Scream
Sep 27, 2022
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An infrared photograph of the artwork revealed a previously unknown inscription by the artist.
Art News
A Chinese vase estimated at 2000 euros has sold for more than 9 million euros
Oct 6, 2022
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A Chinese vase sells for a crazy $9 million, which is almost 4,000 times the $2,000 price estimate.
Artist Portraits
Zora - Testimonies of Ukrainian artists during the war
Jun 14, 2022
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Like the rest of Ukraine, Ukrainian artists have been impacted by the war. Artmajeur here gives them the opportunity to talk about their daily lives. Today, discover the testimony of the artist Zora from Drogobych (Ukraine)
Art News
Contemporary art enters the Vatican with an exhibition in the famous Apostolic Library
Nov 8, 2021
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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.
Lifestyle
We finally discovered the skulls of our favorite cartoons
Nov 8, 2021
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Filip Hodas has created realistic illustrations depicting what cartoon characters' skulls would look like if they had anatomically correct cranial structures. He began a year-long daily render project in 2015 to build an online following and is now one of the most well-known 3D artists.
Art News
The new Tate Britain show will focus on the work of women artists
Feb 21, 2023
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The Tate Britain announced earlier this week that when it rehangs its galleries on May 23, women artists from the 17th century to the present will be given more attention.
Artist Portraits
Gérard Esquerre, the inspiration that comes from a perceptual state
Mar 30, 2022
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The work of Gérard Esquerre, pioneer of digital art and multi-faceted artist, stems from an almost permanent state of perception...
Art News
Botticelli identified as the author of a painting of the Virgin in France.
Oct 1, 2024
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A painting of the Virgin Mary and Jesus in Champigny-en-Beauce, France, is attributed to Botticelli. This discovery revolutionizes the history of art.
Artist Portraits
Elena Kraft, art as a cry from the heart
Jul 16, 2022
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Elena Kraft's work is literally a cry from the heart aimed at revealing the emotional state of the artist, which is expressed both in painting and in sculpture...
Invest in Art
Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: LUC PEIRE
May 16, 2023
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Luc Peire's "Hoef M65" silkscreen print holds both artistic and historical significance. The limited edition of 75 copies, plus the numbered copies from A to Z with 6 off-the-shelf copies, was published by the Dobbelhoef Gallery in Kessel specifically for the 1979/4 S exhibition in Kessel.
Artist Portraits
Julia Kuzina, the art of telling what's important to me
May 24, 2023
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"I've loved drawing for as long as I can remember. I was good at it. I drew funny pictures of my friends, drew cartoons of teachers at school, drew posters, drew creative works for myself and friends. To my shame my textbooks and notebooks were always painted."
Art History
Art and Reverence: Exploring Spiritual Themes on Confucius' Birthday
May 27, 2024
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Confucius' Birthday is celebrated with rich artistic traditions that honor his philosophical legacy. One notable example is a Western Han dynasty fresco from Dongping County, Shandong, depicting a meeting between Confucius and Laozi...
Art News
Takashi Murakami and NFT Creators Take Home Big Prizes at the Webby Awards
Apr 28, 2022
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This year, the Webby Awards, which recognize "excellence on the Internet," gave NFT projects special mention—an unusual designation, given that art is rarely given these awards.
Art News
AI technology discovered that the Brécy Tondo was painted by Raphaël
Feb 2, 2023
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Researchers used AI to look at a painting called the de Brécy Tondo. They found that the faces are the same as those in an altarpiece by Raphael. The team decided that the Italian master probably painted the tondo, whose creator had not been known before.
Art News
Archaeologists have discovered a surprisingly intact Roman mosaic in London
Mar 1, 2022
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The site is being renovated by a subsidiary of Landsec, one of the UK's leading real estate developers.
Art History
Art brut or Outsider art : when non-professional artists shake up official art
Apr 25, 2017
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Defined in 1945 by Jean Dubuffet as a simple and natural art, executed by non-professionals, having neither artistic culture nor cultural pretension or approach, it is a spontaneous, impulsive art, leaving room for invention, techniques and non-academic materials.
Lifestyle
Josh grew up too fast !
May 8, 2020
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Josh has grown up. You may not have noticed, but he has. This morning at breakfast, he said he was sick of his "baby" bed, his teddy bear and balloon decor. It's a shock. It's time to remove the wall paper and start painting his bedroom.
Art News
Did the Arc de Triomphe in Paris really put on LGBT colors?
Jun 5, 2023
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Ian Padgham released a video of the Parisian monument virtually redecorated in LGBT colors, making Internet users believe that the installation was real.
Art News
The Hidden Mona Lisa Unveiled - Is It a Real da Vinci?
Nov 30, 2023
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The "Isleworth Mona Lisa," possibly an earlier work by Leonardo da Vinci, has ignited debate over its authenticity. Now on display in Turin, Italy, this version is claimed by some to predate the famous Louvre Mona Lisa, while skeptics question its origins.
Artist Portraits
Svetlana Iskoskikh, my parents encouraged my talent in every way
Jul 29, 2023
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When I was in kindergarten I already knew that I would be an artist, all my free time I painted. My parents encouraged my talent in every way. The walls of my children's room were completely covered with my drawings...
Artist Portraits
Jean-François Ferbos, a window open to the world
Oct 31, 2021
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Interview with the artist Jean-François Ferbos. Each window that the artist opens on the world allows each viewer to draw their own stories
Artist Portraits
Natalya Sleta: I was fascinated by the grace and incredible abilities of the athletes
Oct 14, 2023
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"Since childhood I was interested in watching rhythmic gymnastics and synchronized swimming competitions, I was fascinated by the grace and incredible abilities of the athletes."
Pop Culture
3 Emblematic Artists who Influenced Advertising
Jun 18, 2021
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Art and advertising have a very close relationship. Embark with us on an artistic epic mixing fine arts and communication: when artists and their artworks offer their services to the consumer society.
Artist Portraits
Julia Dogan: Art has always been my way of communicating
Apr 1, 2025
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"Art has always been my way of communicating with the world—when words fall short, my paintings speak. I’ve experienced so much in life that demanded expression: moments of joy, pain, freedom, and longing. Every shift, every challenge, every moment of growth has added layers to my artistic voice."
Art History
The Smile of Pop Art: Andy Warhol, James Rosenquist and Yue Minjun
Dec 20, 2022
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Have you ever thought about the fact that the greatest masterpieces in the history of art do not smile, or, at most, show only a slight flexing of the muscles at the sides of the mouth? The above can be well exemplified by iconic works, such as, for example, the Mona Lisa, the Girl with a Pearl Earring, The Lady with an Ermine, etc.
Art History
Shall we sunbathe with Edward Hopper?
May 3, 2023
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The invitation that resonates in my title will not surprise Edward Hopper aficionados, who will surely have noticed the accuracy by which the American master, by way of cinematic framing, skillfully arranges the light within his paintings...
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...
Lifestyle
Professionals: how to choose the right work of art?
Apr 30, 2024
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On the occasion of May Day, which is dedicated to honoring the contributions of workers around the world, it is possible to open a thematic food for thought aimed at bringing out how the aesthetics of an office can influence productivity, mood and professional identity...
Art History
Exploring the Influence of Art Movements on Cinema: From Surrealism to Pre-Raphaelites
Mar 4, 2025
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Art movements such as Surrealism, Pre-Raphaelitism, Cubism, and Futurism have profoundly influenced the aesthetic and narrative styles of modern cinema. Filmmakers incorporate elements from these artistic traditions to create visually captivating and thought-provoking films, blending the worlds of visual art and storytelling.
Art News
In the antiquities trafficking case, a French court upheld the charges against the former director of the Louvre
Feb 6, 2023
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This week, a French appeals court upheld the charges against Jean-Luc Martinez, the former president and director of the Louvre in Paris. Martinez is accused of being involved in the trafficking of Egyptian artifacts
Art News
Sylvester Stallone was selling his own paintings for $ 5 apiece to pay for the school bus
Dec 7, 2021
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The famous actor presents in Hagen in Germany his third exhibition in a German museum. This is the opportunity to discover his early works.
Pop Culture
Timothée Chalamet's face is visible in the greatest works of art
Feb 8, 2022
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Timothée Chalamet's face has been Photoshopped onto famous paintings. The "Call Me by Your Name" actor has inspired painters as far back as Leonardo da Vinci.
Art News
Beyoncé's 'Renaissance' Album Cover Is Inspired by a Famous Painting of Lady Godiva
Jul 4, 2022
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The cover of the last Beyoncé's album is strikingly similar to John Collier's Lady Godiva, which depicts a naked woman from Anglo-Saxon mythology. Legend says she rode a horse naked in the 11th century to protest an English taxman's plans.
Art News
Brussels Marks Surrealism's Centenary with Two Key Exhibitions
Feb 27, 2024
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Brussels is commemorating the 100th anniversary of surrealism with significant exhibitions at the Bozar Brussels Arts Centre and the Royal Museums of Fine Arts, showcasing Belgian and international surrealists. These events highlight the movement's impact on art and culture, coinciding with Belgium's presidency of the Council of the European Union.
Art News
Art & Redemption: Vatican's Bold Vision at Venice Biennale
Mar 15, 2024
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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.