Recent Articles

Name: ARTMAJEUR
Brand: ARTMAJEUR
Rating: 4.9 (12664 reviews)

28,470 Results for "Minos". ArtMajeur Magazine is offering a wide range of articles related to the passion of arts. Get the latest art news and trivia, learn about art history, or [...]

Art History

The characteristics of autumn as told by works of art

Sep 21, 2022

8 minutes read

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...

Artist Portraits

Art as Experience: Bruno Munari's Journey

Jun 27, 2024

8 minutes read

Bruno Munari (1907-1998), a pivotal figure in 20th-century art and design from Milan, Italy, integrated painting, sculpture, film, and industrial design with literature, poetry, and educational methods, influenced by modernism and futurism, emphasizing tactile and kinesthetic learning while challenging artistic conventions with his iconic Useless Machines series, leaving a lasting legacy in global exhibitions and art markets.

Art News

Over 100 rare Picasso prints at the British Museum

Nov 7, 2024

2 minutes read

The British Museum exhibition reveals Pablo Picasso's evolution in printmaking, with nearly 100 works, from his early Blue Period to his later creations. The Vollard Suite and Suite 347 illustrate his complex themes, mixing mythology, introspection and personal torment.

Art News

Sotheby’s Secures $1 Billion Investment from Abu Dhabi’s Sovereign Wealth Fund

Aug 12, 2024

2 minutes read

Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund, ADQ, has acquired a minority stake in Sotheby’s as part of a $1 billion investment, aimed at reducing the auction house's debt and supporting its growth and innovation, aligning with Abu Dhabi's broader strategy to diversify its economy and enhance its cultural influence, particularly in the Middle East.

Art History

Mosaic: history, techniques, and contemporary examples

Jan 6, 2024

7 minutes read

The history of mosaic art begins with the earliest civilizations, such as the Sumerians, Egyptians, and the people of the Minoan-Mycenaean region, who used this technique to adorn their buildings, sarcophagi, and floors...

Art News

Selfie-Taking Tourist Rips Off Part of Artwork at Madrid's Reina Sofia Museum

Jun 13, 2022

2 minutes read

A tourist at Madrid's Reina Sofia Museum ripped off part of a piece of artwork. Alberto Sánchez's ballet set for La romera de los cornudos (The Pilgrimage of Cuckolds) was damaged. The artwork is now located in a room near Pablo Picasso's Guernica.

Art News

Archaeologists Discover an Ancient Underground City in Turkey's South

Apr 26, 2022

2 minutes read

An archaeological dig in Turkey has uncovered what researchers believe to be the world's largest subterranean city.

Art News

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

Oct 7, 2022

2 minutes read

After being turned down for a meeting with the Pope, an American tourist breaks ancient statues at the Vatican.

Art News

In Turkey, a major exhibition sparked outrage

Jan 4, 2022

6 minutes read

A recent art exhibition in a major Kurdish city in Turkey tried to bring hope to an area that has been devastated by years of strife. It ended up serving as a stark reminder of how divisive the Kurdish issue is in Turkey.

Art News

Art Museum of the Americas Cancels Exhibitions Following Trump's Orders

Feb 27, 2025

3 minutes read

The Art Museum of the Americas has canceled two exhibitions featuring Black and LGBTQ+ artists to comply with the Trump administration’s new guidelines against funding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The controversial decision has sparked strong opposition in the art world and raised concerns about the future of cultural institutions in the face of political pressure.

Art News

New operation of the Italian Ministry of Culture: sending home 100 works from major museums

Dec 23, 2021

3 minutes read

Italy has withdrawn 100 works from major museums and sent them to provincial institutions where they had previously been displayed. The purpose of the loan program is to decentralize Italian collections and encourage more people to visit minor museums.

Art News

Egypt's Billion-Dollar Museum Set to Open Amid Tourism Challenges

Nov 13, 2023

1 minutes read

Egypt's Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is preparing to open its doors after two decades of development and a billion-dollar investment. Despite tourism challenges, including the Israel-Hamas conflict, the GEM is set to become the world's largest museum dedicated to a single civilization, showcasing 100,000 artifacts, with a significant portion on public display for the first time.

Art History

Self-Portrait with Chinese Lantern Plant

Mar 7, 2023

4 minutes read

The 1912 Self-Portrait with Chinese Lantern Plant is one of Egon Schiele’s most famous works. The rich skin tones and the bright eye with the red pupil are striking characteristics. Schiele portrayed himself as an artist and sensitive person in this portrait. The Leopold Museum in Vienna, which has the biggest Schiele collection in the world, uses it as a "poster child" today.

Pop Culture

How did David Zinn appropriate the street to transform every corner into a work of art?

Feb 22, 2022

2 minutes read

With whimsical chalk drawings, the street artist David Zinn transforms the entire city into his personal canvas.

Art News

A museum employee's furtive exposure leads to expulsion

Apr 10, 2024

2 minutes read

An employee at Munich's Pinakothek der Moderne clandestinely displayed his own art alongside modernist masterpieces, sparking a police investigation. Following the stunt, he was dismissed and banned from the museum.

Art News

Controversial Artwork Sparks Violence and Debate in Modena

Apr 2, 2024

2 minutes read

A provocative painting displayed in Modena, Italy, led to an act of vandalism and an artist's injury, igniting a heated debate over artistic freedom and the boundaries of dissent. The incident spurred calls for dialogue over conflict in response to art that challenges traditional religious interpretations.

Art News

Controversial Icon of Stalin Blessed by Saint Matrona Sparks Tension in Georgia

Jan 16, 2024

2 minutes read

A painting in Tbilisi's Holy Trinity Cathedral, depicting St. Matrona of Moscow blessing Joseph Stalin, has ignited controversy in Georgia, exacerbating tensions between right-wing fundamentalists and pro-European activists. The icon was defaced with blue paint, leading to protests and a police investigation, reflecting deep societal divides over Georgia's historical and religious identity.

Art News

Two Banksy works have been altered, one without the artist's permission.

Nov 26, 2021

2 minutes read

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 History

Behind Masterpieces: Dante and Virgil by William Bouguereau

Nov 19, 2021

6 minutes read

Welcome to the Darkness, where a terrible spectacle is played out: discover a fierce fight between two bodies in tension, a scene resplendent with a cold, white light. Today, Artmajeur decrypts for you a masterpiece of dark romanticism: Dante and Virgil by William Bouguereau, painted in 1850.

Art History

Michelangelo Buonarroti

Jun 9, 2023

26 minutes read

Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni, born on 6th March 1475 and passing away on 18th February 1564, was an Italian artist renowned as a sculptor, painter, architect, and poet during the High Renaissance period...

Art News

Guggenheim Museum's Admission Fee Raised to $30, Among US's Costliest

Aug 2, 2023

3 minutes read

Guggenheim Museum increases admission fee to $30, becoming one of the priciest art institutions in the US. The decision is attributed to pandemic-related financial strain and aligns with similar moves by other museums.

Art News

He sells his NFT for almost nothing by mistake, despite the fact that it is worth more than a million euros

Mar 25, 2022

2 minutes read

Dino Dealer believed he had gotten a good deal on his NFT of a stone design. According to his projections, he may even be able to sell it for more than a million euros. Unfortunately for him, a minor lapse in concentration caused him to sell his property for pennies on the dollar, while the buyer pocketed the entire profit.

Lifestyle

Exploring the Artistic Passions of Jay-Z and Beyoncé

Aug 28, 2023

7 minutes read

With an estimated value reaching tens of millions of dollars, the art collection owned by the couple consists of artworks that have made a profound impact on the landscape of contemporary art. Moreover, their active support for emerging artists further contributes significant value to the art world.

Invest in Art

How to Estimate the Value of an Artwork You Own: A Collector’s Guide

May 17, 2024

3 minutes read

Estimating the value of an artwork can be a complex but rewarding process. It involves a deep understanding of various factors that contribute to an artwork’s market value. Drawing from insights provided by experts and established methods, this guide will help collectors navigate the valuation of their artworks.

Artist Portraits

Ielizaveta Portnova: It's a choice I made in my early childhood

Jan 7, 2025

10 minutes read

"It all started with drawing and painting, then in art school I had the chance to try tapestry and fabric printing [batik]. I quickly specialized in ceramics and pottery while trying other art forms such as watercolor, linocut or calligraphy."....

Art News

Joy Millward: The strategic shadow behind Banksy, between street art and politics

Apr 10, 2025

4 minutes read

Banksy's wife, Joy Millward, is a political strategist whose lobbying experience reinforces the artistic and political impact of her husband's work. Discreet yet influential, she plays a key role in preserving Banksy's anonymity and successfully merging street art with a social message.

Imogen Cunningham, born on April 12, 1883, and passed away on June 23, 1976, was an acclaimed American photographer...

Brassaï, born Gyula Halász on September 9, 1899, and passed away on July 8, 1984, was a photographer, sculptor, medalist, writer, and filmmaker...

Artist Portraits

Hector Acevedo, inspiration that comes from dreams

Oct 22, 2022

5 minutes read

Hector Acevedo's work is a reflection of his life experience. During these long years of painterly experimentation, he has achieved a peculiar handling of color; through glazing that has led to the achievement of greater intensity, luminosity and expressive power of color...

Artist Portraits

Chris Ofili: A Journey of Art, Controversy, and Global Recognition

Feb 17, 2025

7 minutes read

Christopher Ofili, CBE (born 10 October 1968), is a British painter renowned for incorporating elephant dung into his artworks. A prominent figure in the Young British Artists group, he won the Turner Prize in 1998...

Artist Portraits

Robert Inestroza, the fusing of paint and sculptural elements

Apr 1, 2023

5 minutes read

"The urge to draw and paint came naturally at a very young age with my little paint set and I was always encouraged. I spontaneously documented moments, moods, and thoughts as a means to process events and still do that today."

Artist Portraits

Viktor Kovalyk, I experimented with several techniques

Sep 5, 2023

5 minutes read

"An example of inspiration in choosing an artist as a career was my teacher at a children's art school, he showed me the world - he taught me to see beauty."

Artist Portraits

Roberto Matta: Bridging Surrealism and Abstract Expressionism

Jul 17, 2024

8 minutes read

Roberto Matta, born in 1911 in Santiago, Chile, became a pivotal figure in 20th-century art through his mastery of abstract expressionism and surrealism, transitioning from architecture to painting and earning international acclaim for his innovative techniques and profound exploration of cosmic themes, influencing artists globally until his death in 2002.

Art History

Precious Materials in Contemporary Art: Bronze, Glass, and Marble

Jan 14, 2025

12 minutes read

Contemporary art continues to experiment with precious and ancient materials, giving new life and meaning to millennia-old traditions. We will explore the history and evolution of three fundamental mediums: bronze, glass, and marble...

Invest in Art

Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: David Gerstein

Jun 2, 2023

13 minutes read

David (Dudu) Gerstein, born on 14th November 1944, is an accomplished Israeli artist known for his prowess in painting, sculpture, drawing, and printmaking...

Art History

How did Impressionism represent spring?

Mar 20, 2022

6 minutes read

The landscapes of impressionists wanted to capture the changes of time, such as, for example, those brought by the succession of seasons, in order to maximize the natural and atmospheric peculiarities. Example of what we said can be the painting dedicated to springtime by Claude Monet, Springtime of 1886...

Read the latest articles from ArtMajeur Magazine

Whether you’re a seasoned collector, a new art enthusiast, or just someone interested in enriching their understanding of the contemporary art scene, ArtMajeur Magazine is your trusted and invaluable source of inspiration and information about the art world. We’re excited to provide readers with comprehensive, engaging, and free content that keeps them connected to the international art market.

Dive into the world of contemporary art through our insightful articles, uncover the latest trends, and learn about emerging and established artists. ArtMajeur Magazine has the ability to take you on a journey to the studios of creators worldwide, right from the comfort of your own home. We are committed to democratizing the art scene, ensuring that art in its myriad forms is accessible to everyone, regardless of their location or background.

From insightful investment tips and advice on buying art, to inspiring decoration tips that can bring a fresh perspective to your space, ArtMajeur Magazine is your online art curator. Our unique, well-researched articles are designed to equip readers with the necessary tools and understanding to appreciate, invest in, and enjoy art.

As ArtMajeur Magazine, we continuously strive to inspire, inform and empower art lovers, collectors, and enthusiasts. We believe that art is a universal language that can spark dialogues, inspire change and bring people together. And it’s this ethos that fuels our mission to make contemporary art accessible and free for everyone to explore, appreciate, and engage with, online.

With our intuitive interface and easy navigation, a plethora of interesting reads awaits you, exploring subjects like abstract expressionism, minimalism, digital art, and much more. We are more than just a digital magazine - we are an inclusive, vibrant community that welcomes everyone who loves art. Join us on this journey as we explore the beauty and complexity of the global contemporary art scene, one article at a time!

Recent Articles

28,470 Results for "Minos"

Buying artworks on the theme of "Minos":

Read the latest articles from ArtMajeur Magazine