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Shocking Art Banned Worldwide, Now Exposed in Barcelona!
Oct 30, 2023
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Barcelona’s Museo del Arte Prohibido showcases a unique collection of over 200 banned and censored artworks, featuring pieces from renowned artists like Picasso, Goya, and Andy Warhol. The museum, opened by Catalan businessman Tatxo Benet, provides visitors with a provocative insight into the history of art censorship, accompanied by detailed context for each piece.
Artist Portraits
Salvatore Balice: I give voice to my inner world
Sep 17, 2024
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“I began producing “artwork” from the age of 15: an innate desire to express what I sensed inside and outside of me manifested itself even then. I began by producing music pieces as a bass player, and then used other means of expression such as sculpture, drawing and painting.”...
Art History
A Home That Speaks of You: Art as a Mirror of Your Emotions
Jan 21, 2025
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Buying art is not just an aesthetic act, but a deeply personal choice, driven by the desire to surround oneself with what nourishes the soul. We therefore present some types of artworks, each designed to meet the different emotional needs of four types of art lovers...
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Banksy’s Latest Masterpiece Vanishes
Aug 9, 2024
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Banksy’s latest animal-themed artwork in Peckham, a wolf howling at the moon on a satellite dish, has been swiftly removed by hooded figures in broad daylight, leaving Londoners shocked and speculating whether it was a theft or part of the artist's commentary.
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Oscars 2025: When Cinema Meets Art – A Visual Dialogue Between Award-Winning Films and Contemporary Works
Mar 3, 2025
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Cinema and figurative art share the power to tell stories and explore the human condition through light, shadow, and color. In this spirit, an experiment has paired five of the best award-winning films from the 2025 Oscars with artworks featured on ArtMajeur By YourArt…
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Leonardo's Masterpiece 'Salvator Mundi' to Make Historic Debut as NFT
Aug 9, 2023
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Leonardo da Vinci's iconic "Salvator Mundi," known for its record-breaking $450.3 million price, is set to become an NFT through a partnership between ElmonX and Bridgeman Images. The painting's digital transformation marks a novel chapter in its history, joining other renowned artworks in the NFT space.
Artist Portraits
M. Chat: The Grinning Cat That Took the World by Storm
Aug 9, 2024
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M. Chat is a French street artist known for his signature cartoonish cat characters, which he began creating in the early 2000s. His vibrant and playful artworks appear on urban surfaces around the world, making a distinctive mark on the street art scene.
Lifestyle
Madonna: art lover and a supporter of contemporary art
Aug 24, 2023
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Madonna is a globally renowned American singer, songwriter, and actress who has left an indelible mark on the music and entertainment industry. Beyond her musical career, she is also recognized as an avid art collector, amassing a valuable and diverse collection of artworks spanning various styles and mediums.
Artist Portraits
Chad Cantcolor: The Dynamic Visionary of Contemporary Pop Art
Jul 16, 2024
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Chad Carothers, widely recognized as Chad Cantcolor, is an acclaimed American contemporary freehand painter and designer known for his vibrant and dynamic artworks that blend bold colors and intricate patterns, reflecting a unique fusion of street art and fine art, and capturing the essence of modern pop culture.
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The Controversial Secrets Behind Artemisia Gentileschi's Banned Masterpiece!
Oct 24, 2023
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Hidden for centuries, Artemisia Gentileschi's original masterpiece, 'Allegory of Inclination,' is now revealed through groundbreaking restoration techniques, including a virtual unveiling of the artwork. The restored masterpiece takes center stage in the 'Artemisia in the Museum of Michelangelo' exhibition, aiming to shed light on Artemisia's extraordinary talent and contributions to the art world.
Artist Portraits
Selma Gürbüz: Mystical Hybrid Art & Surrealism
Oct 22, 2024
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Selma Gürbüz was a Turkish contemporary artist known for her dreamlike, mystical artworks that blended mythology, nature, and cultural symbolism. Her work, which often incorporated Eastern motifs and surreal elements, explored themes of human experience, femininity, and the intersection of reality and fantasy.
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Andy Warhol's Digital Art: The Rediscovery of a Debbie Harry Portrait
Aug 1, 2024
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A long-lost portrait of Blondie singer Debbie Harry by Andy Warhol, created in 1985 on an Amiga 1000 computer during a Commodore promotional event, has resurfaced in Delaware, along with a signed disk containing ten digital images, and is now planned for a private sale by Jeff Bruette, who has privately displayed the artwork for nearly 40 years.
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Brauer Museum Closes Doors as Valparaiso University Plans Art Sale
Jun 28, 2024
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Valparaiso University in Indiana closed its Brauer Museum of Art and dismissed director Jonathan Canning amid a controversy over selling valuable artworks to address financial deficits. The proposed sale of three key pieces, including Georgia O’Keeffe’s Rust Red Hills, faced backlash and a lawsuit, with the university defending the decision due to high security costs and financial burdens.
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The Art Investor's Radar: Styles and Artists to Watch This Spring
Apr 16, 2025
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In the spring of 2025, three major trends will influence the art market: eco-responsibility with organic forms, the importance of storytelling in artworks, and the rise of new technologies, particularly artificial intelligence. These trends are transforming not only artistic aesthetics, but also the way investors can anticipate market developments and seize sustainable and cutting-edge investment opportunities.
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Extraordinary Charity Sale to Save the Burning Man Festival
Oct 6, 2021
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Artwork from Burning Man's annual gathering will be auctioned at Sotheby's New York. The online charity auction will benefit the participating artists as well as the Burning Man nonprofit. The auction will help sustain the gathering for years to come if it is a success.
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".
Art History
Portuguese Street Artist Challenges Lavish Papal Visit with €500 Notes Installation
Aug 1, 2023
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Portuguese street artist Bordalo II protests the costly papal visit in Portugal with an installation made of giant €500 notes, criticizing the use of public funds for the religious event. The artwork, titled "The Walk of Shame," draws attention to economic hardships and misplaced spending priorities amid the estimated €161 million expense of the visit.
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A man paid $ 30 for a drawing worth $ 50 million!
Nov 23, 2021
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A Massachusetts man paid $30 for a drawing. It could be a genuine Dürer worth $50 million. The artwork is now on display at Agnews Gallery, which is looking for purchasers. A former curator of German Prints and Drawings at The British Museum agrees the drawing is genuine. Experts believe it is a copy of Dürer's The Virgin among a multitude of animals.
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Vandal Shatters Ai Weiwei Sculpture at Italian Exhibition
Sep 25, 2024
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During the opening of Ai Weiwei's exhibition in Bologna, a man deliberately destroyed a large porcelain sculpture, shocking guests and the artist. The vandal, known for previous disruptive acts, was arrested, and the artwork will not be replaced, with the empty space serving as a reminder of its destruction.
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Art Magnate Guy Wildenstein Convicted in Major Tax Evasion Case
Mar 6, 2024
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Guy Wildenstein, a prominent art dealer from a notable French family, has been convicted of tax evasion, receiving a four-year sentence, half of which is under house arrest, along with a fine of 1 million euros. The legal proceedings revealed he concealed vast assets, including valuable artworks and properties, across multiple countries to avoid hefty inheritance taxes.
Artist Portraits
Suzanne Duchamp-Crotti: A Pioneering Force in Dada and Avant-Garde Art
Jul 23, 2024
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Suzanne Duchamp-Crotti (1889–1963) was a groundbreaking French Dadaist and modernist whose innovative work in painting, collage, and sculpture significantly impacted early 20th-century art, challenging traditional norms and exploring themes of gender and societal upheaval, while her legacy continues to inspire through her unique contributions to the Dada movement and avant-garde art.
Art History
Art and Tradition: Exploring Seijin No Hi Through Creative Perspectives
Jun 3, 2024
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Coming of Age Day (Seijin no Hi) in Japan, rooted in ancient ceremonies like Genpuku, remains a significant cultural tradition on the second Monday of January, symbolizing the transition to adulthood and reflecting Japan's societal values. Contemporary artworks further enrich the dialogue surrounding Seijin no Hi and its cultural relevance in modern Japan.
Art History
Route 66: the legend told by art
May 15, 2022
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Artworks by Artmajeur's artists, created through multiple viewpoints and techniques, such as oil on canvas, digital photomontage and photography, take us on a tour of some of Route 66's most iconic places, such as the Cadillac Ranch installation in Amarillo (Texas), the Palo duro canyon (Texas), the town of Seligman (Arizona), the Wigwam Motel (Arizona), the Mojave desert (California) and the Santa Monica pier (California)...
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Chinese Collectors Shift from Buying to Selling: A New Trend?
Jul 12, 2024
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The Long Museum's decision to sell its artworks signifies a shift in the art world, with Asian collectors becoming prominent sellers and notable pieces like a $34.9 million Modigliani and a $100 million Warhol re-entering the Western market, exemplified by Gagosian's exclusive exhibition and significant transactions involving figures like Rosaline Wong and Henry Cheng.
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Destruction of Historic Cairo Art Center Darb 1718 in Urban Redevelopment Drive
Jan 17, 2024
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The historic Darb 1718 art center in Cairo was demolished as part of a major urban redevelopment project, leading to the loss of valuable artworks and sparking criticism over the disregard for the city's cultural heritage. This incident highlights the conflict between modernization efforts and the preservation of historical landmarks in Cairo.
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Art or Crime? Ilê Sartuzi’s Heist at the British Museum
Jul 16, 2024
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Brazilian artist Ilê Sartuzi executed a controversial heist at the British Museum, stealing a 17th-century coin, replacing it with a replica, and presenting the act as a conceptual artwork in his MFA thesis exhibition.
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Italy Imposes Loan Embargo on Minneapolis Institute of Art Amid Art Repatriation Dispute
Apr 23, 2024
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The Minneapolis Institute of Art has been barred from borrowing artifacts from Italian state museums due to a dispute over a marble sculpture, Doryphoros, which Italy claims was looted in the 1970s. In response, Italy has halted collaboration but has made efforts to reconcile by lending other significant artworks to the MIA.
Artist Portraits
Exploring the World Through Fazzino's Eyes: Pop Art and Beyond
Jul 15, 2024
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Charles Fazzino, a pioneering American pop artist renowned for his vibrant and intricate 3D silkscreen serigraphs, draws inspiration from dynamic urban landscapes, thrilling sporting events, and iconic celebrities, captivating global audiences with his colorful, layered compositions and imaginative storytelling.
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Rare Basquiat Self-Portrait Emerges After Decades in Hiding for Sotheby's Auction
Oct 27, 2023
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An elusive Basquiat self-portrait, unseen for over two decades, is set to take center stage at Sotheby's fall auction, with an estimated value of $40-60 million. The monumental artwork, "Self Portrait as a Heel (Part Two)," created in 1982, provides a rare glimpse into Basquiat's self-identity and artistic vision, and its return to the public eye is generating significant anticipation in the art world.
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Renowned Art Advisor Lisa Schiff Convicted of $10 Million Fraud!
Mar 20, 2025
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Former Manhattan art consultant Lisa Schiff was sentenced to 30 months in prison for defrauding her clients of more than $10 million between 2018 and 2023 by embezzling funds intended for the purchase and sale of artwork. She must also repay $9.1 million to her victims and pay $6.5 million in restitution.
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Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: Shōichi Hasegawa
May 25, 2023
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Moving to Paris and studying at the Hayter studio provided Hasegawa with exposure to European art and the opportunity to fuse his Japanese heritage with Western artistic influences, resulting in a unique fusion of styles and ideas...
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Recovered Van Gogh Painting to be Displayed in Dutch Museum
Feb 9, 2024
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A stolen 1884 painting by Vincent van Gogh, "Parsonage Garden at Nuenen in Spring," will be displayed at the Groninger Museum in the Netherlands this March, three years after its theft. The artwork, returned mysteriously in a blue IKEA bag to art detective Arthur Brand, bears a significant scratch from the heist, highlighting its turbulent journey back to public view.
Artist Portraits
Jisbar: From Pop Art to Space - The Artist’s Evolution
Jul 24, 2024
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Jisbar is a French pop-street artist renowned for his vibrant reinterpretations of classic artworks, including his notable "Mona Lisa" series, which blends graffiti with contemporary motifs. His distinctive style has earned him recognition in the global art scene and led to high-profile exhibitions and collaborations.
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Kazoart in Judicial liquidation: what is the best alternative?
Jul 5, 2023
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In light of Kazoart's judicial liquidation, Artmajeur emerges as the ideal alternative for artists, offering unlimited and free registration along with one of the lowest sales commissions in the market, while providing global visibility for their artworks.
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Art Meets Censorship: Stedelijk Blocks Ahmet Öğüt's Work
Nov 6, 2024
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The Stedelijk Museum declined to loan Ahmet Öğüt's artwork "Bakunin’s Barricade," citing the need to protect students involved in protests in Amsterdam. This decision has sparked debate over artistic freedom and institutional responsibility regarding politically charged works.
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MUAC Shuts Down Ana Gallardo Exhibit Amid Graffiti Scandal: Art or Provocation?
Oct 15, 2024
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MUAC closed Ana Gallardo's exhibition after a controversy surrounding a piece about a sex worker and the defacement of the artwork with graffiti. The incident sparked discussions on censorship, art, and the limits of provocation in public spaces.