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Archaeologists reveal Significant Bronze Age Discoveries in Vietnam
Article date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Archaeologists reveal Significant Bronze Age Discoveries in Vietnam

A team of archaeologists has unveiled significant findings related to the Bronze Age at the Vuon Chuoi Archaeological Site, located in Lai Xa Hamlet, Kim Chung Commune, Hoai Duc District, Hanoi Vietnamnet reports.

Archaeologists discover hidden Tomb at Petra, Jordan
Article date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Archaeologists discover hidden Tomb at Petra, Jordan

A ground-breaking discovery of a secret tomb at one of the new seven wonders of the world has been made by a team of researchers, including academics from the University of St Andrews.

Rijksmuseum Amsterdam receives Leading Collection of Modern Japanese Lacquer
Article date: Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Rijksmuseum Amsterdam receives Leading Collection of Modern Japanese Lacquer

Collectors Jan Dees and René van der Star have donated to the Rijksmuseum a wide-ranging and world-class collection of modern Japanese lacquer comprising 90 objects. They previously donated their kimono collection, seven room dividers and their collection of Southeast Asian fabrics to the Rijksmuseum and the Royal Asian Art Society in the Netherlands.

Alex Katz, Carrie Mae Weems and Mark Bradford receive National Medal of the Arts
Article date: Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Alex Katz, Carrie Mae Weems and Mark Bradford receive National Medal of the Arts

President Joseph R. Biden will presented the 2022 and 2023 National Medals of Arts on Monday, October 21, 2024 at the White House.

Dutch Art Foundation's bold Political Statement in The New York Times
Article date: Monday, October 21, 2024

Dutch Art Foundation's bold Political Statement in The New York Times

The Dutch foundation Over Holland has involved itself in American politics by placing a striking advertisement in The New York Times.

Venice Oil Painting by Joseph Mallord William Turner rediscovered in Vienna
Article date: Friday, October 18, 2024

Venice Oil Painting by Joseph Mallord William Turner rediscovered in Vienna

A sister painting of Turner's ‘Venice from the Canale delle Giudecca with the Church of Santa Maria della Salute’ has been discovered in Vienna. This scientific result was announced today. In a comprehensive publication, experts explain the art-historical background and scientific image analysis. It is planned to sell Turner's masterpiece.

Restored Apollo Belvedere Marble back on show in the Vatican
Article date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Restored Apollo Belvedere Marble back on show in the Vatican

Thanks to the precious contribution of the Patrons of the Arts in the Vatican Museums, and after delicate restoration works that lasted almost five years. the celebrated and priceless sculpture dating back to the early decades of the second century, is now open to public viewing again.

Grand Egyptian Museum to open main Galleries for Trial Run
Article date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Grand Egyptian Museum to open main Galleries for Trial Run

The museum, which will feature more than 100,000 ancient artifacts, has had its launch delayed multiple times due to various factors, including the COVID-19 pandemic.

Van Gogh's Gordina bought by Noordbrabants Museum for €8.6 Million
Article date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Van Gogh's Gordina bought by Noordbrabants Museum for €8.6 Million

The portrait of Gordina de Groot, painted in 1885 in Nuenen, was purchased for 8.6 million euros from a British collector.

Archaeologists discover Armenia’s oldest Church
Article date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Archaeologists discover Armenia’s oldest Church

Archaeologists from the National Academy of Sciences of Armenia and the University of Münster have discovered the remains of a previously unknown early Christian church in the ancient city of Artaxata.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites under Threat by the Ambitions of the Fossil Fuel Industry, Report finds
Article date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024

UNESCO World Heritage Sites under Threat by the Ambitions of the Fossil Fuel Industry, Report finds

A new report from the research group Leave it in the Ground Initiative (LINGO) reveals that UNESCO-MAB Biosphere Reserves and UNESCO World Heritage Sites are under threat by the expansive ambitions of the fossil fuel industry.

The Ashmolean Museum is raising Funds to purchase a Painting of the Crucifixion by Fra Angelico
Article date: Monday, October 14, 2024

The Ashmolean Museum is raising Funds to purchase a Painting of the Crucifixion by Fra Angelico

The Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, is raising funds to purchase a painting of the crucifixion by the Renaissance Master Fra Angelico dating to the 1420s which, due to its cultural and art historical importance, has been barred from export and is at risk of leaving the UK unless a domestic buyer is found. 'The Crucifixion' has been in a private British collection for over 200 years and is valued at over £5 million for the open market. The Museum has until 29 October to raise £4,481,000 to buy the painting in a private treaty sale. So far, over £3.1 million has been secured, including lead donations from major donors, a circle of over 25 supporters and a significant grant from Art Fund, with several grant applications pending.

MSK Ghent exhibits German Artist Erich Heckel
Article date: Monday, October 14, 2024

MSK Ghent exhibits German Artist Erich Heckel

The Museum of Fine Arts Ghent is devoting an exhibition to German artist Erich Heckel (1883 -1970).

Rembrandt and his Pupil in Conversation at the Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna
Article date: Monday, October 14, 2024

Rembrandt and his Pupil in Conversation at the Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna

For the first time in its history, Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna is dedicating a major special exhibition to Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606–1669). Never before has it been possible to admire such an abundance of major works by the master, one of the most important Dutch Baroque painters, in Austria. The exhibition takes a special approach in contrasting Rembrandt’s paintings with works by his brilliant pupil Samuel van Hoogstraten (1627–1678).

Dutch Princess Beatrix attended the Opening of 'Queens by Andy Warhol'
Article date: Friday, October 11, 2024

Dutch Princess Beatrix attended the Opening of 'Queens by Andy Warhol'

Princess Beatrix, “the best looking one of the whole bunch” according to Andy Warhol, attended the opening of the exhibition Queens by Andy Warhol at Paleis Het Loo on October 10th.

FBI announces the Repatriation of a Nazi-Looted Monet
Article date: Thursday, October 10, 2024

FBI announces the Repatriation of a Nazi-Looted Monet

The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) Art Crime Team, the New York and New Orleans Field Offices, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Louisiana today announced the repatriation of a Claude Monet pastel on paper, “Bord de Mer.” The artwork was looted by the Nazis during World War II, and the original owners and their heirs have spent decades searching for their belongings.

A Major Restoration of Rome's Trevi Fountain Is Underway
Article date: Wednesday, October 9, 2024

A Major Restoration of Rome's Trevi Fountain Is Underway

Rome will limit access to the Trevi Fountain during the Vatican's Jubilee Year 2025, the city's mayor Roberto Gualtieri said on Monday, ahead of the possible introduction of an entry fee.

Youth Demand paste bloodied Gazan Parent and Child onto Picasso's ‘Motherhood’
Article date: Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Youth Demand paste bloodied Gazan Parent and Child onto Picasso's ‘Motherhood’

Two supporters of Youth Demand have pasted a photo of a Gazan mother and child over a Picasso masterpiece at the National Gallery in London today to demand a two-way arms embargo on Israel.

Looted Ethiopian Shield to return Home after being purchased by Ethiopian Prince
Article date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Looted Ethiopian Shield to return Home after being purchased by Ethiopian Prince

The Shield of Magdala, an artifact of immense cultural and historical significance, was looted during the British Expedition to Abyssinia in 1868, following the Battle of Magdala.

4000-Year Old Burial Chamber discovered in Egypt
Article date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024

4000-Year Old Burial Chamber discovered in Egypt

A joint Egyptian-German archaeological mission from Sohag and Berlin University has discovered the burial chamber of a woman named Edi, daughter of Jifai-Hapi who was governor of Assuit in Upper Egypt during the reign of King Senusret I of the 12th dynasty (1991–1778 BC).