Art News
Claire Tabouret selected to create the new stained glass windows of Notre-Dame in Paris
Dec 20, 2024
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Notre-Dame de Paris, a Gothic masterpiece, is undergoing restoration after a 2019 fire, including the design of new modern stained glass windows by artist Claire Tabouret, scheduled for completion in 2026. The project has sparked a debate between historic preservation and modernization, pitting advocates of change, such as Emmanuel Macron, against heritage advocates who fear it will compromise the cathedral's integrity.
Art News
Police in Brazil discover a stolen painting worth nearly €50 million under a bed
Aug 11, 2022
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Artwork discovered during a police raid on the home of an alleged con artist involved in a heist based on bogus predictions of a phony clairvoyant.
Artist Portraits
Michel Moskovtchenko: Master of Form, Color, and Narrative
Jul 18, 2024
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Michel Moskovtchenko's seven-decade artistic journey showcases his mastery of form, color, and narrative. Starting in Lyon, he deeply engaged with Vaucluse landscapes, capturing the essence of places like Gordes and the Sahara. His profound explorations of the human form cemented his legacy as a prominent figure in contemporary European art.
Artist Portraits
Man Ray, the visionary artist who revolutionized photography
Jul 11, 2023
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Man Ray, visionary artist of the 20th century, marked the history of art with his innovative approach to photography and his contribution to surrealist aesthetics, pushing the limits of artistic creativity.
Art News
A naive artist presenting one of her NFT works at the Carrousel du Louvre, thought she was going to exhibit at the Louvre Museum!
Mar 14, 2023
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Ms. Silver, who was recently represented by agency WME, was invited to exhibit her works at Paris Blockchain Week, which is held at the Carrousel du Louvre, an underground shopping center near the Louvre.
Lifestyle
Discover original paintings and photos that sublime Ireland!
May 14, 2020
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From Dublin to Connemara, from Londonderry to Cork, Ireland is an island with special colors.
Art News
2024 Venice Biennale Unites 331 Artists Under 'Foreigners Everywhere' Theme
Feb 1, 2024
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The 2024 Venice Biennale, themed "Foreigners Everywhere," will feature 331 artists, exploring themes of identity, nationality, and belonging from April 20 to November 24. Curated by Adriano Pedrosa, this edition emphasizes diverse narratives, from contemporary to historical, highlighting the nuanced experiences of being a foreigner in today's interconnected world.
Artist Portraits
René Gruau: The Iconic Fashion Illustrator of the 20th Century
Aug 16, 2024
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René Gruau was a renowned fashion illustrator known for his striking, minimalistic style and elegant use of bold lines and vibrant colors. He significantly influenced mid-20th-century fashion through his work with major fashion houses such as Dior, Balenciaga, and Lanvin, and his illustrations became synonymous with the glamorous and sophisticated aesthetics of haute couture.
Art News
Porsche Pushes Art Cars To New Heights
Nov 17, 2021
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Porsche collaborated with Art Battle to create an art car competition. Live and virtual audiences voted for their favorite creations. Before the coverings are removed, the cars will be accessible for media drives and photoshoots.
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.
Invest in Art
Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: Victor Vasarely
Jun 7, 2023
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Victor Vasarely, originally named Győző Vásárhelyi, was a Hungarian visual artist born on April 9, 1906, in Pécs, Austria-Hungary. He later became a French citizen in 1961. Regarded as the father of optical art, he passed away on March 15, 1997, in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, France...
Art News
Art Fair Tokyo 2025: Twenty Years of Connections Between East and West
Mar 7, 2025
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From March 7 to 9, 2025, the beating heart of the art world reignites at the Tokyo International Forum with the new edition of Art Fair Tokyo, Japan's largest art fair and the oldest in Asia. Founded in 2005, this event has become a reference point for galleries, collectors, and art enthusiasts from around the globe....
Art News
Art Paris 2025: An ambitious edition and partner galleries in the spotlight
Mar 20, 2025
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Art Paris 2025 returns in force to the Grand Palais with 170 exhibitors from 25 countries, a program enriched with innovative themes, institutional exhibitions and prestigious awards, while affirming its commitment to an eco-responsible and inclusive fair.
Art History
Hieronymus Bosch
Jun 21, 2023
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Hieronymus Bosch, also known as Jheronimus van Aken, was a renowned Dutch painter from Brabant who lived from around 1450 to August 9, 1516...
Art History
Decoding “Strangers Everywhere”: Artmajeur artists interpret the themes of the Venice Biennale 2024
May 14, 2024
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Artmajeur artists creatively engage with the themes of the Venice Biennale 2024, representing art movements as diverse as Outsider Art, Queer Art, Folk Art, and narratives against racism...
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...