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Rediscovering Cézanne's Hidden Mural in His Childhood Home

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A previously unknown mural by Paul Cézanne was recently unearthed during renovations at his childhood home in Aix-en-Provence, France. The discovery adds to the artist's legacy, shedding light on his early influences and artistic evolution.

Yuga Labs Acquires NFT Competitor Proof, Expanding Its Digital Art and Web3 Portfolio

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Yuga Labs, known for the Bored Ape Yacht Club, has expanded its portfolio by acquiring Proof, the creator of the Moonbirds NFT collection. This acquisition not only includes Proof's artistic assets and team but also signifies Yuga Labs' commitment to enriching its presence in the digital art and web3 spaces.

20 questions/answers about buying art through leasing

Art News • 14 minutes read
Purchasing art through leasing is enjoying growing success, offering a clever alternative for acquiring works of art without the obligation of a large initial investment. In this article we clarify the particularities of leasing, its advantages and practical implications for artists and buyers, with all the most frequently asked questions: an essential guide for those interested in this innovative method of art acquisition!

Perrotin Exits Dubai Gallery and Ceases Paris Secondary Market Partnership

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Emmanuel Perrotin has ended his collaboration with Tom-David Bastok and Dylan Lessel, divesting his shares in both the Paris and Dubai secondary market galleries, now renamed Bastok Lessel. This move follows Colony Investment Management's acquisition of a significant stake in Perrotin gallery, with Perrotin focusing on future projects like Perrotin Los Angeles and the Venice Biennale.

Climate Activists Target Botticelli's 'Venus' in Protest

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Climate protesters covered Botticelli's 'The Birth of Venus' in Florence with images of flood-ravaged Campi Bisenzio to highlight climate change impacts. The demonstration by Last Generation aimed to urge government action on climate disasters.

Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit Shatters Records, Redefines Art Experience at Musée d’Orsay

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The Musée d’Orsay's groundbreaking "Van Gogh in Auvers-sur-Oise" exhibition attracted a record-breaking 793,556 visitors, leveraging virtual reality to offer an unprecedented immersive art experience. This historic event surpassed previous attendance records and set a new benchmark for future exhibitions, indicating a promising direction for immersive art displays.

Environmental Protesters Target Monet's 'Spring' with Soup in Museum Incident

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Activists splattered soup on Claude Monet's "Le Printemps" in a museum in southeast France, part of a series of protests to highlight environmental concerns. The museum intends to pursue legal action, while the group behind the act, Riposte Alimentaire, emphasizes the urgency of combating climate change for the sake of future art and society.

Recovered Van Gogh Painting to be Displayed in Dutch Museum

Art News • 3 minutes read
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.

Matchstick Masterpiece Misses Mark: Eiffel Tower Dream Dashed

Art News • 2 minutes read
Richard Plaud's attempt to break the world record for the tallest matchstick model of the Eiffel Tower was disqualified by Guinness World Records due to his use of non-standard, sulfur-less matches. Despite his eight-year effort and the use of 706,900 matchsticks, his 7.19m replica did not meet the criteria for record recognition.

Ai Weiwei Criticizes Western Censorship as More Severe Than Mao's China

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Ai Weiwei compares Western censorship, exemplified by the backlash against personal opinions and academic freedom, to be more severe than what he experienced in Mao's China. He highlights the suppression surrounding discussions on Gaza and criticizes the art world's focus on fame and money over free expression.

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