Art News
Ibi-Pippi Orup Hedegaard, a Danish artist is said to have vandalized an emblematic painting by Asger Jorn
May 3, 2022
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3 minutes read
Ibi-Pippi Orup Hedegaard, a Danish artist, was arrested Friday in connection with the vandalism of a famous painting by Asger Jorn, one of the most famous Danish artists of the last century. The damage is currently being assessed by experts at the Museum Jorn in Silkeborg, Denmark, where the painting is permanently housed.
Art News
Sharp drop in visitor numbers at the New York MET
Mar 30, 2023
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2 minutes read
Last year, the museum’s main building on Fifth Avenue had more than 3.2 million visitors compared to almost 4.9 million in 2019—a drop of 34%.
Art History
The Card Players (1890-95) by Paul Cézanne
May 19, 2023
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21 minutes read
Paul Cézanne, born in Aix-en-Provence in 1839 and died in 1906, was part of the post-Impressionist movement and laid the groundwork for many avant-garde movements of the 20th century, especially in terms of formal simplification...
Art History
Top 10: collages
Jul 12, 2023
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12 minutes read
10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1: by means of this numerical climax that goes by the name of top 10, aimed at placing the most relevant collages in the history of art one after the other, in order of relevance, I want to bring the reader closer to the knowledge of an artistic technique that is often sidelined, in the face of the more popular painting, sculpture and photography...
Art News
Art Basel and UBS Celebrate 30 Years with Landmark Art Events
Jun 13, 2024
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2 minutes read
Art Basel and UBS are celebrating their 30th anniversary with significant events, including a public commission by artist Petrit Halilaj and exhibitions showcasing their deep involvement in the arts. However, the celebrations are marred by protests over UBS's fossil-fuel investments, prompting both Art Basel and UBS to reaffirm their commitment to sustainability.
Art History
Top 10: Vincent van Gogh's self-portraits
Apr 23, 2023
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13 minutes read
My introduction to the contrary takes the latter meaning in that it aims to omit, only temporarily, both the description of Vincent Van Gogh's multiple self-portraits and the analysis of their historical-artistic, technical, emotional, and stylistic context of belonging...
Art News
16 climate activists were detained at the MoMA while protesting Henry Kravis's donation
Sep 20, 2023
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3 minutes read
The Museum of Modern Art in New York City was the most recent establishment to come under attack by environmentalists on Friday. The protesters wanted to draw attention to a board member's sponsorship from a company whose husband invested in fossil fuel ventures...
Art News
Frieze London does not experience the economic recession for young artists
Oct 13, 2022
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3 minutes read
Prices at auctions have gone up, which shows that people want to buy new works by young artists at the fair.
Artist Portraits
Perception and Reality in the Art of René Magritte
Jun 19, 2024
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8 minutes read
René Magritte was a Belgian surrealist artist known for his thought-provoking paintings that challenge the viewer's perception of reality. His work often explored themes of perception, identity, the nature of objects, and the relationship between words and images, all presented in a surreal and enigmatic style.
Art News
Christophe Cherix appointed director of MoMA
Apr 1, 2025
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3 minutes read
Christophe Cherix has been named director of MoMA, taking up his duties in September 2025 after more than 16 years with the institution. A curator renowned for his international vision and landmark exhibitions, he succeeds Glenn Lowry with the mission of guiding the museum into a new era while honoring its legacy.
Art News
Art Basel in Hong Kong without restrictions is back!
Mar 21, 2023
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4 minutes read
This year, there will be 177 galleries at the art fair, up from 134 in 2022. However, this is still less than before the pandemic.
Artist Portraits
Jean-Marie Gitard (M. STRANGE), works of art with a surprise effect
Oct 1, 2022
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8 minutes read
Mr. STRANGE's works are characterized by surprise, surrealism, strangeness, eccentricity and oddity, born from an extremely productive contemplation of Google images...
Art History
Taxi: a brake between history and painting
Oct 7, 2023
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8 minutes read
The subject in question concerns taxis, specifically those in the city of New York. It is possible to approach the subject by revealing the history of these particular automobiles...
Artist Portraits
Nathalie Cuvelier Abstraction(S), the art that arises from a totally instinctive approach
Apr 9, 2022
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5 minutes read
The artistic production of Nathalie Cuvelier Abstraction(s), totally instinctive and dominated by color, is the result of an abstract dialogue that has developed between "floating" paper collages and ceramic sculptures...
Pop Culture
Unbelievable ! Artist reveals weird anatomy of Pikachu and Pokemon
Oct 18, 2021
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2 minutes read
Instagram user Topher Stoll has some theories as to where Squirtle and Blastoise came from. Blastoise's characteristic water cannons are the result of an evolutionary process. Shellfish Pokémon are still a common sight in human cities, and serve police and coast guards.
Art History
Painting bought at a flea market: Van Gogh or work by an unknown Danish artist?
Mar 3, 2025
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3 minutes read
A painting purchased at a flea market and attributed to Van Gogh by Lookout Mountain International (LMI) is being disputed by experts, who believe it is a work by Danish painter Henning Elimar. To defend its attribution, LMI purchased and analyzed another Elimar painting ( Bridge and Stream ) to prove that Elimar does not fit the Danish artist's style, but the debate remains open.
Artist Portraits
Jisbar: From Pop Art to Space - The Artist’s Evolution
Jul 24, 2024
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5 minutes read
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.
Art News
Artists Gilbert and George open their own museum in London
Apr 6, 2023
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Gilbert & George, two well-known artists who say they are one artist when they work together, have opened a new gallery in London that is all about their work.
Art News
When will the restoration of Notre-Dame cathedral, at a cost of 846 million euros, reopen to the public?
Aug 2, 2022
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3 minutes read
An important date has been set for the reopening of Notre-Dame de Paris!
Art News
A Jeff Koons sculpture worth up to $12.5 million will be auctioned off to benefit Ukraine
Jun 10, 2022
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3 minutes read
A Jeff Koons sculpture worth up to £10 million ($12.5 million) will be auctioned off this month to raise funds for humanitarian aid in Ukraine.
Art News
Three Artists Withdraw from Inaugural Exhibition at New Venice Cultural Center Amid Concerns Over Ties to Russian Oligarch
Dec 26, 2024
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6 minutes read
Last week, artists Reto Pulfer from Switzerland, Maryam Hoseini from Iran, and Anna Witt from Germany requested the removal of their works from the inaugural exhibition at Scuola Piccola Zattere, a nonprofit cultural space in Venice...
Art History
The Desperate Man by Gustave Courbet
May 10, 2023
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8 minutes read
Gustave Courbet is regarded as the founder and primary proponent of French Realism, a style of painting that aimed to accurately represent reality without embellishment...
Lifestyle
Silvio Berlusconi: 24,000 works of art
Sep 19, 2023
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9 minutes read
Silvio Berlusconi, who passed away at the age of 86 on June 12, 2023, possessed an extensive and remarkable art collection comprising an astounding 24,000 pieces...
Lifestyle
Cate Blanchet, dreaming of an art gallery
Aug 2, 2023
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10 minutes read
Catherine Elise Blanchett, born on May 14, 1969, is an accomplished Australian actress and producer. Widely recognized as one of the finest talents of her generation, she has showcased her incredible versatility across various genres...
Art History
Blending Tradition and Modernity: Vesak's Artistic Exploration of Symbolism
May 6, 2024
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10 minutes read
Vesak is a significant Buddhist festival commemorating the birth, enlightenment, and death of the Buddha. Artistic representations of Vesak commonly utilize traditional symbols like the Bodhi tree, lotus flower, and Buddha statues, invoking themes of enlightenment, compassion, and spiritual awakening.
Art History
Gustave Courbet
May 10, 2023
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14 minutes read
Jean Désiré Gustave Courbet was a French painter who led the Realism movement in French painting during the 19th century...
Art History
Cubism: from its origins to contemporary art
Jul 6, 2022
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7 minutes read
«The fact that for a long time Cubism has not been understood and that even today there are people who cannot see anything in it means nothing. I do not read English, an English book is a blank book to me. This does not mean that the English language does not exist. Why should I blame anyone but myself if I cannot understand what I know nothing about?»...
Artist Portraits
Anselm Kiefer: Confronting History Through Art
Sep 16, 2024
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7 minutes read
Anselm Kiefer, born March 8, 1945, is a distinguished German artist known for his use of unconventional materials to explore themes of history and memory, particularly the Holocaust and Nazi legacy, earning major accolades and international recognition.
Artist Portraits
Tauba Auerbach: Math-Inspired Visual Language
Oct 25, 2024
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7 minutes read
Tauba Auerbach is a contemporary American artist known for her interdisciplinary approach that merges art, mathematics, and science to explore themes of dimensionality and perception. Her work, spanning painting, sculpture, and bookmaking, often challenges traditional understandings of space and visual language through innovative use of geometry and optical illusion.
Artist Portraits
Pablo Picasso: The Man Who Redefined Modern Art
Aug 27, 2024
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12 minutes read
Pablo Picasso, born in Málaga, Spain, on October 25, 1881, is renowned as one of the 20th century's most influential artists, whose innovative contributions to Cubism, Surrealism, and beyond, as well as his extensive body of work including masterpieces like Guernica and Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, have left an indelible mark on the art world and established him as a revolutionary figure in modern art.
Artist Portraits
Kara Walker: Artistic Controversies, Career Milestones, and Personal Insights
Apr 2, 2025
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12 minutes read
Kara Elizabeth Walker, born on November 26, 1969, is a distinguished American artist known for her multidisciplinary approach which includes painting, silhouette art, printmaking, installations, filmmaking, and teaching...
Art History
Painters portraying painters
Jul 9, 2023
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9 minutes read
The question I propose above is answered simply by consulting Wikipedia, as it is now well established, certain, and somewhat taken for granted how the genre of the portrait...
Pop Culture
3 Emblematic Artists who Influenced Advertising
Jun 18, 2021
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9 minutes read
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.
Art History
How to choose the perfect artwork for every decorating style?
Nov 5, 2024
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10 minutes read
If you're looking to give your home a unique personality, this guide is exactly what you need. From the rough elegance of Industrial to the opulent charm of Baroque, from the Zen-like tranquility of minimalism to the warm simplicity of Scandinavian style...
Artist Portraits
Julia Dogan: Art has always been my way of communicating
Apr 1, 2025
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21 minutes read
"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
Top 10: paintings of musicians
Aug 12, 2023
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13 minutes read
My top ten paintings relate art and music in the way the former of these two forms of expression approaches the latter, immortalizing and making concrete its intangible sound. In fact, it was probably painting that first approached the abstract world of notes...