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Australia's Richest Woman Demands National Gallery Remove Her Portrait

Australia's Richest Woman Demands National Gallery Remove Her Portrait

Art news • May 16, 2024 • 2 minutes read
Gina Rinehart, Australia's richest woman, has requested the National Gallery of Australia to remove an "unflattering" portrait of her by Aboriginal artist Vincent Namatjira. The gallery declined, emphasizing the importance of public dialogue about their collection and displays.
King Charles III's First Portrait Draws Mixed Reactions Online

King Charles III's First Portrait Draws Mixed Reactions Online

Art news • May 15, 2024 • 2 minutes read
King Charles III unveiled his first official portrait as king at Buckingham Palace, a bold painting by Jonathan Yeo featuring a striking red background and a symbolic butterfly representing his transformation. The portrait, which drew mixed reactions online for its modern style and color choice, will be displayed at the Philip Mould Gallery before moving to Draper's Hall in London.
Artists and Curators Rally Behind Palais de Tokyo Amid Criticisms of 'Wokeism'

Artists and Curators Rally Behind Palais de Tokyo Amid Criticisms of 'Wokeism'

Art news • May 14, 2024 • 2 minutes read
Nearly 200 artists, curators, and critics have supported the Palais de Tokyo after a patron denounced the museum for a Palestine-related exhibition, claiming it promoted "wokeism." The support came through an open letter published in Le Monde, emphasizing the importance of freedom for cultural institutions to engage in the exchange of ideas.
Christie’s Website Down Following Cyberattack Ahead of Key Spring Auctions

Christie’s Website Down Following Cyberattack Ahead of Key Spring Auctions

Art news • May 13, 2024 • 2 minutes read
Just days before its major spring auctions, Christie's auction house experienced a cyberattack that brought down its website, redirecting users to a temporary page with contact details. The incident has disrupted preparations for the auctions, including the sale of significant artworks like a Monet painting and a Basquiat piece, highlighting the increasing cyber vulnerabilities in the art market.
Two Protestors Detained for Placing Posters Near "Liberty Leading the People" Artwork in the Louvre

Two Protestors Detained for Placing Posters Near "Liberty Leading the People" Artwork in the Louvre

Art news • May 10, 2024 • 2 minutes read
Two members of Riposte Alimentaire were arrested after protesting at the Louvre by placing stickers around the recently restored "Liberty Leading the People" by Eugène Delacroix...
This Month, the Prado in Madrid Will Unveil a Recently Discovered Caravaggio

This Month, the Prado in Madrid Will Unveil a Recently Discovered Caravaggio

Art news • May 7, 2024 • 2 minutes read
A painting nearly sold at auction for $1,600 three years ago has been identified as a lost masterpiece by Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio. The Prado in Spain has announced that this painting, titled Ecce Homo, will be publicly displayed for the first time on May 27...
Frank Stella, a master among abstract artists of his era, has passed away at the age of 87

Frank Stella, a master among abstract artists of his era, has passed away at the age of 87

Art news • May 6, 2024 • 9 minutes read
Frank Stella first gained recognition as a Minimalist in the 1960s with his groundbreaking "Black Paintings" series. He later broadened his artistic repertoire to include brightly colored works on shaped canvases, relief paintings, large-scale sculptures, and collaborations with architects...
Director of 'All of Us Strangers' Set to Bring Leonardo da Vinci to the Hollywood Scene

Director of 'All of Us Strangers' Set to Bring Leonardo da Vinci to the Hollywood Scene

Art news • May 3, 2024 • 2 minutes read
Leonardo da Vinci's life will soon grace the silver screen in a biopic directed by Andrew Haigh, backed by Universal Studios. Haigh's past works suggest a potential exploration of Leonardo’s sexuality...
Petrit Halilaj Transforms Children's Sketches and Balkan Memories into an Exhibit on the Met's Rooftop

Petrit Halilaj Transforms Children's Sketches and Balkan Memories into an Exhibit on the Met's Rooftop

Art news • May 2, 2024 • 4 minutes read
Petrit Halilaj, a 38-year-old Kosovar artist, has created a unique installation, titled Abetare, on the roof of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The exhibit includes a large spider-shaped sculpture and a house-like structure, both infused with elements that reflect Halilaj's Balkan heritage and his personal history...
Art Dubai 2024: Celebrating Artistic Diversity with 12 International Pavilions

Art Dubai 2024: Celebrating Artistic Diversity with 12 International Pavilions

Lifestyle • May 2, 2024 • 2 minutes read
World Art Dubai 2024, the region's largest contemporary art fair, is set to host 12 international pavilions at the Dubai World Trade Centre from May 2nd to 5th, showcasing a rich diversity of global artistic expressions from over 65 countries. This 10th edition highlights Dubai's role as a cultural hub with a vibrant mix of local and international talent, reinforcing its position as a global arts powerhouse.

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