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85 Arrests, 6,400 Objects recovered in International Operation against Art Trafficking
Article date: Tuesday, July 23, 2024

85 Arrests, 6,400 Objects recovered in International Operation against Art Trafficking

The eighth edition of an Operation Pandora saw customs and law enforcement authorities from 25 countries join forces against international art trafficking.

Christelle Oyiri selected to create Tate Modern’s Inaugural Infinities Commission
Article date: Monday, July 22, 2024

Christelle Oyiri selected to create Tate Modern’s Inaugural Infinities Commission

Tate Modern today announced the first artist to undertake the Infinities Commission, a new annual commission to showcase the limitless experimentation of contemporary art.

Rock Carvings of Ancient Egyptian Pharaohs found in the Nile
Article date: Monday, July 22, 2024

Rock Carvings of Ancient Egyptian Pharaohs found in the Nile

A French-Egyptian team discovered a number of rock carvings submerged in the Nile near Aswan that describe pharaohs who reigned several millennia ago.

Hidden Self-Portrait by English artist Norman Cornish found at the Bowes Museum
Article date: Friday, July 19, 2024

Hidden Self-Portrait by English artist Norman Cornish found at the Bowes Museum

Over 50 paintings, drawings and sketches by artists Norman Cornish and LS Lowry will be showcased at The Bowes Museum from 20th July 2024 – 19th January 2025. This major new exhibition includes 35 rarely or previously unseen artworks by the artists who shared a strong love of the north which was the focus of so much of their work, and who have a history of exhibiting together.

Caruso St John have been appointed Architects for the Renovation of the Kunsthalle Bielefeld
Article date: Friday, July 19, 2024

Caruso St John have been appointed Architects for the Renovation of the Kunsthalle Bielefeld

The heritage-protected architectural icon of the Kunsthalle Bielefeld from the 1960s needs to be energetically renovated and future-proofed. The goal is to implement a package of measures that leverages the unique, historic spaces and allows for forward-looking museum work.

Dutch Court orders Photographer Anton Corbijn to return South African Millionaire’s Dog
Article date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Dutch Court orders Photographer Anton Corbijn to return South African Millionaire’s Dog

The court in Amsterdam ruled on Wednesday that Dutch photographer and filmmaker Anton Corbijn and his wife must return a dog owned by a South African millionaire to him. The man accused Corbijn and his wife of "embezzling" the dog named Jo-Jo.

Natural History Museum London reveals Latest Dinosaur Resident in its New Gardens
Article date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Natural History Museum London reveals Latest Dinosaur Resident in its New Gardens

The Natural History Museum’s transformed gardens will welcome visitors from 18 July. Fern, a brand-new bronze Diplodocus, takes pride of place in a Jurassic landscape. The gardens will also be one of the most intensively studied urban nature sites globally, as part of the Museum’s national biodiversity movement

Centre Pompidou Málaga to Remain Open Through 2034
Article date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Centre Pompidou Málaga to Remain Open Through 2034

Centre Pompidou Malaga will continue to operate through 2034 under a new deal signed with the city of Málaga last week.

Painting by Nigerian Artist Stephen Aragbada Featured in Netflix Hit Series Supacell
Article date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Painting by Nigerian Artist Stephen Aragbada Featured in Netflix Hit Series Supacell

Stephen Aragabada's work, Secrets, was shown in the Rodney episode of the Netflix hit series Supacell and stands out distinctly in both style and technique. He also caught the attention of American celebrity collector, Alicia Keys who described his work as “Gorgeous”. Since the acclaim, Aragbada has racked up teeming interest, bringing an excitement that anticipates the evolution of his distinct representation of Blackness in contemporary Africa.

Decorative 17th Century Paper Cutting found under Floorboards at Sutton House London
Article date: Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Decorative 17th Century Paper Cutting found under Floorboards at Sutton House London

Rare surviving examples of decorative paper cutting by schoolgirls in the 17th century have been identified at the National Trust’s Sutton House in London.

18 Artists selected to create Permanent Commissions at John F. Kennedy International Airport's new Terminal 6
Article date: Tuesday, July 16, 2024

18 Artists selected to create Permanent Commissions at John F. Kennedy International Airport's new Terminal 6

18 Inspirational art installations will feature artists from New York and Beyond, supporting port authority and JFK millennium partners’ vision to transform the passenger experience at JFK. Sculptures, suspended installations, wall works, and glass mosaic floor medallions will create a unique New York sense of place

Magnum Photographer Thomas Hoepker died at the age of 88
Article date: Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Magnum Photographer Thomas Hoepker died at the age of 88

Gifted a camera by his grandfather as a boy, Thomas Hoepker had an interest in photography from the age of 14.

The V&A has Successfully raised the £2 Million Cost to acquire a Rare 12th-century Walrus Ivory Carving
Article date: Monday, July 15, 2024

The V&A has Successfully raised the £2 Million Cost to acquire a Rare 12th-century Walrus Ivory Carving

The V&A has successfully raised the £2 million cost to acquire and save a rare 12th-century walrus ivory carving, depicting the Deposition of Christ from the Cross, for the nation, following a temporary export bar placed in November 2023 by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.

Former British Museum Director to Lead New Saudi Arabia Museum
Article date: Monday, July 15, 2024

Former British Museum Director to Lead New Saudi Arabia Museum

The Saudi Museums Commission announced today the appointment of Dr Hartwig Fischer as founding director of a museum focused on world cultures, set to open in 2026 in the Royal Arts Complex situated in King Salman Park, now under construction in Riyadh.

Pioneering Video Artist Bill Viola dies at 73
Article date: Monday, July 15, 2024

Pioneering Video Artist Bill Viola dies at 73

Bill Viola passed away peacefully at home on July 12th, at the age of 73. The cause was Alzheimer’s Disease. Viola is survived by his wife and longtime creative collaborator, Kira Perov, Director of Bill Viola Studio, sons Blake and Andrei Viola and daughter-in-law Aileen Milliman.

Article date: Sunday, July 14, 2024

Famous Portraits in Art History: Analyzing Iconic Works and Their Impact

Portrait art has long captivated audiences with its ability to capture not only the physical likeness but also the essence of its subjects. Some portraits have transcended their time, becoming iconic pieces that continue to influence and inspire. By exploring several famous portraits, we gain a deeper appreciation of how portrait art shapes our understanding of history, personality, and artistic innovation. These masterpieces offer a glimpse into the lives and times of their subjects, revealing the artistic brilliance and cultural significance behind each work.

Roman Emperor Caligula’s Historic Garden discovered
Article date: Friday, July 12, 2024

Roman Emperor Caligula’s Historic Garden discovered

Workers building a new bridge in Italy have found a garden that belonged to a Roman emperor 2,000 years ago. The garden’s stone walls look out over the Tiber River in Rome near Vatican City.

Anne Frank Statue in Amsterdam vandalized with 'Gaza' Graffiti
Article date: Thursday, July 11, 2024

Anne Frank Statue in Amsterdam vandalized with 'Gaza' Graffiti

The Anne Frank statue in Amsterdam was vandalized with 'Gaza' graffiti, drawing condemnation from Dutch politicians and calls for witnesses to report the incident.

Emergency Services contain fire in Rouen’s Cathedral
Article date: Thursday, July 11, 2024

Emergency Services contain fire in Rouen’s Cathedral

The cathedral in Rouen has been engulfed by flames as footage shows plumes of black smoke filling the sky. The spire of the Notre-Dame de Rouen Cathedral in Normandy caught on fire on Thursday, the fire is now contained.

Young V&A wins £120,000 Art Fund Museum of the Year 2024
Article date: Thursday, July 11, 2024

Young V&A wins £120,000 Art Fund Museum of the Year 2024

Young V&A has been announced as Art Fund Museum of the Year 2024. Dr Helen Charman, Director of Young V&A, was presented with the £120,000 prize – the largest museum prize in the world – by Vick Hope, broadcaster and judge for Art Fund Museum of the Year 2024, at a ceremony at the National Gallery, London.