Art News
Garage museum in Moscow to expand into 100-year-old abandoned exhibition pavilion
Nov 22, 2021
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The Garage Museum of Contemporary Art will expand into Gorky Park's Hexagon pavilion. The historic building was intended as an exhibition hall by Ivan Zholtovsky a century ago. It has been hosted in the former Vremena Goda restaurant, refurbished by OMA, since 2015. The extension will include three exhibition galleries, a library, a café, and a bookshop. The construction schedule for the extension has not been published by the architect's firm.
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.
Art History
Love in Art History: From the Renaissance to Pop Art
Feb 5, 2025
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11 minutes read
From the ethereal sculptures of ancient Greece to the passionate expressions of the Baroque, and on to the bold transformations of Cubism and Pop Art, love is analyzed and dissected through various artistic movements that have captured and reinterpreted its changing essence...
Art History
What are the most popular flowers in the history of art?
Sep 10, 2024
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Artmajeur artists continue to explore and reinterpret natural elements--lily pads, roses, sunflowers, lilacs and poppies--inviting you to discover how nature has remained an inexhaustible source of inspiration and wonder for the fine arts...
Art History
Outsider art: a controversial movement
Jun 29, 2022
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7 minutes read
"True art is where no one expects it, where no one thinks about it or utters its name. Art is above all vision, and vision, many times, has nothing in common with intelligence nor with the logic of ideas"...
Art News
Sotheby's staged a special event in Las Vegas for Steve Wynn's Picasso collection, selling 11 lots for $109 million
Nov 3, 2021
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Former casino boss Steve Wynn's Picasso collection sells for $109 million. Sotheby's held a special event in Las Vegas for the sale. Top lot by far was a 1938 portrait of Marie-Thérèse Walter, Femme au béret rouge-orange. Le Déjeuner sur l'herbe (1962) achieved $2.1 million, more than four times its $500,000 high estimate.
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.
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The Best Art Schools in the World: An Overview
Feb 26, 2025
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12 minutes read
Global art education is evolving towards increased integration of new technologies and a stronger connection with industry, while valuing local cultural heritage. When choosing an art school, it is essential to consider one's personal and professional aspirations, as well as the specificities of each institution according to one's artistic project.
Art News
Whitney Museum Opens Doors to Youth with Free Admission
Oct 24, 2024
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The Whitney Museum will offer free admission to all visitors aged 25 and under starting in mid-December. This initiative aims to make art more accessible to younger audiences and encourage their engagement with contemporary works.
Art News
International Day of Dance 2025: A Global Celebration of Movement and Expression
Apr 9, 2025
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International Dance Day, celebrated on April 29th, honors dance as a universal form of artistic expression and communication, while recognizing Jean-Georges Noverre’s revolutionary contributions to ballet. The day highlights dance's role in connecting cultures, promoting creativity, and fostering healing, while embracing all dance forms from ballet to hip-hop.
Art History
American Landscapes in Painting and Photography: Collection of Ten Masterpieces
Aug 27, 2024
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11 minutes read
An imaginary journey through the beautiful landscapes of the United States, immortalized by some of the most iconic painters and photographers of the "New World"...
Artist Portraits
Luis Mielle: the elegance of realism in the service of human memory
Jun 16, 2022
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Luis Mielle immortalizes the human soul with rare finesse, blending classical realism with contemporary emotion. His portraits, steeped in history and detail, stand out as powerful and timeless works in today's artistic landscape.
Artist Portraits
Maria Pia Rella, passion at the service of creativity
Jan 8, 2022
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The artist Maria Pia Rella puts all her passion at the service of her artistic creation, in order to generate works that, animated by a strong essence, are able to convey the great emotions that govern her life...
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How to exempt from tax the purchase of a work of art in France?
Jul 17, 2023
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Different tax exemption measures exist in France for the purchase of works of art, such as the donation in payment, corporate sponsorship, private sponsorship, the Historic Monuments regime and the deferral of taxation, but they are subject to specific conditions.
Art News
Two Picasso portraits are up for auction in Hong Kong, one of which belonged to Sean Connery
Apr 15, 2022
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Two portraits by Pablo Picasso will be auctioned in Hong Kong this spring. One of the pieces, Buste d'homme dans un cadre (1969), was owned by Sean Connery.
Art History
Raksha Bandhan: The Bond of Protection in Hindu Art
May 29, 2024
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Raksha Bandhan, an annual Hindu festival meaning "the bond of protection" in Sanskrit, celebrates the protective and caring relationship between siblings through the ritual of sisters tying rakhis around their brothers' wrists and receiving gifts in return. This tradition has evolved and adapted, symbolizing not only familial bonds but also fostering voluntary kin relations and extending beyond traditional boundaries.
Art News
The head of the modern art department at the Hermitage Museum quits in protest of Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Oct 4, 2022
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Dimitri Ozerkov quit his job at the Hermitage Museum in protest of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. He has been in charge of the modern art department there for 22 years.
Art History
The characteristics of autumn as told by works of art
Sep 21, 2022
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The main, as well as the most classic and celebrated peculiarities of autumn, which have become the quintessential symbol of the season are: the falling leaves, the strong concentration in nature of brown and reddish colors, the abundant rains, and the typical fruit of the season. All these distinctive elements have been immortalized by the greatest painters of all time...
Art History
Recent materials in art: cement, concrete, resin, plastic, and aluminum
Feb 25, 2025
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In recent decades, materials such as resin, cement, concrete, plastic, and aluminum have revolutionized sculpture, expanding creative possibilities. We will explore their unique characteristics, the advantages they offer to artists, and their role in contemporary art...
Art News
Donna Summer's Emotionally Charged Artworks Takes Center Stage in a Freshly Unveiled Documentary and an Auction Event at Christie's
Sep 18, 2023
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"I harbor a concealed existence," singer Donna Summer reveals in the latest HBO documentary, "Love to Love You, Donna Summer." She continues, "You may be gazing at me, but what meets the eye does not reflect my true essence."
Art News
The Sistine Chapel set for Netflix, demolished just after it was used. 5 million dollars go up in smoke!
Aug 23, 2022
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Netflix spent $5 million to make a copy of the Sistine Chapel that was perfect. The copy was destroyed soon after. Why?
Art News
First Botticelli, and now Boccioni, eco-activists in Milan have stuck themselves to futurist art
Aug 3, 2022
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More protest actions will follow, says Ultima Generazione group
Invest in Art
Art Investment: Safe Haven in Financial Crisis
Oct 17, 2024
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Discover how art investment serves as a safe haven during financial crises, preserving value through contemporary works. Explore this unique asset class.
Art History
The remake of Las Meninas by Diego Velázquez
Nov 11, 2021
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Las Meninas by Velázquez, a Spanish masterpiece from the seventeenth-century, which has been reinterpreted by many famous painters, including Goya and Picasso, is still an object of investigation by artists from all over the world, such as those in our collection.
Art News
A work by Basquiat on sale at TEFFAF was in fact directed by André Heller
Nov 3, 2022
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Artist André Heller made a work at TEFAF that was said to be by Basquiat. He called it a "childish prank."
Art History
The history of the female nude in paintings
Dec 4, 2022
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The history of female nudity in art is never the same, as different societies and cultures have accepted nude scenes to varying degrees over the centuries and millennia. Indeed, nudity in art reflects the social norms of a given time and place, referring to the ways in which things are represented, indelibly linked to the conception of what is right or wrong to depict...
Art News
Le Nouveau Printemps 2025: A contemporary art festival in tune with today's world
Apr 14, 2025
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The Nouveau Printemps 2025, a contemporary art festival in Toulouse, is being orchestrated this year by artist Kiddy Smile, who offers a committed program exploring the notions of love, chosen family, and marginalized representations. Located in the Saint-Sernin / Arnaud Bernard neighborhood, the festival combines exhibitions, performances, and installations to foster a dialogue between heritage, diversity, and contemporary artistic creation.
Artist Portraits
Gavin Tu: I have always been interested in creating with my hands
Nov 17, 2023
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"I am inspired by everyday objects. I could recall how I started using wire mesh to create sculptures: it was after the photoshoot of an architectural project I was involved in, the photographer used a piece of wire mesh to defuse spotlights for the shoot. "...
Art News
Photo London 2025: A Decade of Excellence in Photography
Apr 28, 2025
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Photo London 2025 celebrates its 10th anniversary at Somerset House, featuring a dynamic blend of international galleries, emerging photographers, and innovative exhibitions. Highlights include the "London Lives" exhibition, which explores the vibrancy of London through photography, and the Discovery section, showcasing fresh perspectives from new talent.
Artist Portraits
Ronald Hunter: I have always cherished the desire to create a product that I could sell online
Mar 19, 2024
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"My interest ranged from furniture and accessories to clothing, even to a lingerie line. Throughout all that time, I was involved in painting, but the idea of turning it into a profitable business never occurred to me."
Art News
The Louvre has blocked a record € 24,4 ($26.8) million sale of a Chardin painting in order to purchase it
Apr 4, 2022
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The Louvre has blocked the sale of Jean Siméon Chardin's Basket of Wild Strawberries. The museum lacked funds to purchase the painting, and deemed it a "national treasure".
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
Lifestyle
In and Out - Photographing architecture: a visual exploration through the eyes of Sonia Perrin
Mar 4, 2025
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The In and Out - Photographing Architecture selection, curated by Sonia Perrin, explores the duality between grandeur and decay of built spaces through photographs where light, perspective and memory converse. Each photograph captures the modernist audacity or the melancholy of forgotten places, questions time and the way in which the image immortalizes architecture.
Artist Portraits
Judith Riemer: In Search of Space for My Imagination
Jun 11, 2024
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"My inspiration to create art and become an artist is the result of a variety of events and emotions. I grew up in a rural environment and spent my childhood playing outside in nature, exploring everything there was to discover. However, as an only child, I was often alone, and with my sensitivity and creative imagination, I often felt different from the other children."
Artist Portraits
Carlos Blanco Artero: my art and life are absolutely inseparable
Oct 17, 2023
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"In the end I have always said that painting is learned by painting. If you're lucky, you find a couple of teachers who mark you and know how to guide you well, respecting your peculiarities, but this is not easy at all..."