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Article date: Sunday, May 31, 2015

Four Eggs on a Plate by Lucian Freud, 2002

A Gift from Lucian Freud to the Late Dowager Duchess of Devonshire: Four Eggs on a Plate, 2002. Painting reveals a remarkable friendship between two of the defining figures of our time.

Article date: Saturday, May 30, 2015

Sculptor Richard Serra to receive the highest honor by the French government

Richard Serra will receive "les Insignes de Chevalier de l'ordre national de la Légion d'honneur on June 1 at the French embassy in New York.

Article date: Friday, May 29, 2015

Important Corrections Regarding Media Coverage of the Icelandic Pavilion at La Biennale di Venezia

The Icelandic Art Center (IAC) wishes to correct some of the information provided by others to and reported by the press about THE MOSQUE, the Icelandic Pavilion of the 56th Biennale di Venezia, that IAC considers incorrect. The Icelandic Art Center will pursue actively the re-opening of the Icelandic Pavilion of the Biennale di Venezia, and report its findings and recommendations to the Icelandic Ministry of Education, Science and Culture.

"Sometimes they love it, sometimes they hate it" - Interview with Bjorn Geldhof, the PinchukArtCentre
Article date: Wednesday, May 27, 2015

"Sometimes they love it, sometimes they hate it" - Interview with Bjorn Geldhof, the PinchukArtCentre

The PinchukArtCentre located in Kiev, Ukraine plays a defining role in the Ukrainian art scene at the present moment. Active since 2006, and with a total area of exhibition space measuring around 3000 sq. meters, the art center offers a wide range of activities, including exhibitions, educational programs, research projects, and public discussions. On a national level the institution set up the PinchukArtCentre Prize for young Ukrainian artists (up to 35 years old). Currently receiving over a thousand visitors a day, the PinchukArtCentre focuses on local talents, whilst also showing works by internationally acclaimed contemporary artists like Andreas Gursky, Damien Hirst, Jeff Koons and Takashi Murakami. New production, presentation, and collection, all highlighting national identity – this is the art center’s mission. Here is what Bjorn Geldhof tells Artdependence Magazine about the art situation in Ukraine and the PinchukArtCentre’s role in the development of Ukrainian contemporary art.

An emotional rollercoaster through modern art
Article date: Tuesday, May 26, 2015

An emotional rollercoaster through modern art

The Pompidou Centre’s “New presentation of the modern collection 1905 - 1965”, which is due to open on May 27, represents a detailed coverage of all the main movements within modern art, highlighting big names from the museum’s collection. Surprisingly enough, Bernard Blistene, director of Pompidou Centre and the curator of this exhibition, acknowledges that the work for this ambitious and at the same time educational project, which “reveals the succession of figures, works and movements that structured modern art”, took only 2 months (although during this time the museum’s whole team worked from dusk till dawn). The main idea, though, came to him about half a year ago.

Article date: Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Details of the 46th edition of Art Basel

Recently Art Basel has announced details of its 46th edition in Basel, Switzerland, taking place June 18 to June 21, 2015. This year, 284 leading international galleries will present works ranging from the Modern period of the early 20th century to the most contemporary artists of today. The Basel show, whose Lead Partner is UBS, will present a geographically diverse selection of galleries from 33 countries.

Suprematism, 18th Construction by Kazimir Malevich
Article date: Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Suprematism, 18th Construction by Kazimir Malevich

One of The Most Important Paintings by Kazimir Malevich Ever To Appear At Auction. Suprematism, 18th Construction - A Highlight of the Critically Acclaimed Tate Retrospective in London - To Be Offered at Auction for the First Time.

I think we confuse photography and art by trying to harmonize all its possible contexts – interview with Darren Harvey-Regan
Article date: Friday, May 15, 2015

I think we confuse photography and art by trying to harmonize all its possible contexts – interview with Darren Harvey-Regan

The photography of British artist Darren Harvey-Regan (b.1974) embraces the convergence of genres: abstract, landscape and still life. Darren’s photographs are not saturated with objects. He defines his focus towards particular sculptural forms and geometrical shapes, often looking towards nature’s own lines and curves – in order to create pure abstract worlds with mixed dimensions and clean contours.

Article date: Friday, May 15, 2015

Horst P. Horst 1906 - 1999 ‘Round the Clock II, New York’, 1987

This year Sotheby’s offers an unrivalled selection of classic works in the Photographs sale on 23 May 2015 in London, with the auction timed to take place alongside Photo London, a major international photography event that will be held in the heart of the capital from 21-24 May 2015.

Article date: Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Artdependence Magazine Video Introduction

Artdependence is an international online magazine covering all spheres of contemporary art as well as modern and classical art. The magazine features interviews with artists, curators, fair directors/organizers, collectors, people who are interested in art and connected with the art world. Artdependence Magazine also runs a series of articles and reviews on recent events and publications.

Commotion in Venice over an installation by Swiss artist
Article date: Monday, May 11, 2015

Commotion in Venice over an installation by Swiss artist

The Icelandic Art Center (IAC), in cooperation with the Ministry of Education, Science and Culture of Iceland, is proud to announce THE MOSQUE: The First Mosque in the Historic City of Venice, as its national pavilion at the 56th International Art Exhibition - La Biennale di Venezia.

Golden Lion for Best National Participation to the Republic of Armenia and other awards
Article date: Sunday, May 10, 2015

Golden Lion for Best National Participation to the Republic of Armenia and other awards

The Jury of the 56th International Art Exhibition of la Biennale di Venezia comprised of Naomi Beckwith (USA), Sabine Breitwieser (Austria), Mario Codognato (Italy), Ranjit Hoskote (India), andYongwoo Lee (South Korea), wishes to acknowledge an outstanding Biennale Arte 2015 with an increased number of National participations and a particular sensitivity to current geopolitical urgencies. It also marks the first International Art Exhibition with a dedicated space which emphasizes the performative and discursive as an integral element in today’s art practice.

A Look Inside the Box
Article date: Friday, May 8, 2015

A Look Inside the Box

On the walls of Amsterdam, London, and other cities in Europe you may come across a girl with a box on her head. Artdependence Magazine interviews Begoña Toledo to find out more about the artist, the girl inside the box, and the fluidity of street art.

National Participations at the Venice Biennale:  Exhibitors, Commissioners, Curators, Venues
Article date: Friday, May 8, 2015

National Participations at the Venice Biennale: Exhibitors, Commissioners, Curators, Venues

The 56th International Art Exhibition entitled All the World’s Futures, curated by Okwui Enwezor and organized by la Biennale di Venezia chaired by Paolo Baratta, will be open to the public from Saturday, May 9th to Sunday, November 22nd, 2015 at the Giardini della Biennale and at the Arsenale. 89 National Participations will be exhibiting in the city of Venice. Check the list of Exhibitors, Commissioners, Curators, Venues.

"Art is a quest for truth" - an interview with curator Susanne Pfeffer of the Venice Biennale project for the Swiss Pavilion
Article date: Wednesday, May 6, 2015

"Art is a quest for truth" - an interview with curator Susanne Pfeffer of the Venice Biennale project for the Swiss Pavilion

This year the Swiss pavilion will show the work of Pamela Rosenkranz at the 56th edition of the Venice Biennale. The interpretation of artistic vision, alongside the creation of a link between the audience and the artist is the task of a curator. Susanne Pfeffer talks to AD about the curator’s role, the relationship between the artist and the viewer, her preferences in contemporary art and her project for the Venice Biennale.

An Iconic Flower Painting by George O’Keeffe: WHITE CALLA LILY
Article date: Tuesday, May 5, 2015

An Iconic Flower Painting by George O’Keeffe: WHITE CALLA LILY

An Iconic Flower Painting by George O’Keeffe: WHITE CALLA LILY Estimated to Sell for $8–12 Million on Sotheby's

Michelle Obama officially opens the Whitney Museum of American Art
Article date: Sunday, May 3, 2015

Michelle Obama officially opens the Whitney Museum of American Art

First Lady of the United States of America Michelle Obama joined with New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio to officially open the new Whitney Museum of American Art, now housed in a 220,000-square-foot building set beside the Hudson River at the foot of the High Line elevated park in the Meatpacking District.

The Lissitzky Foundation is now  open
Article date: Thursday, April 30, 2015

The Lissitzky Foundation is now open

The official announcement of the Foundation’s establishment was made on 30 April 2015. The press conference led by its President, Charles Esche, Director of the Van Abbemuseum, The Netherlands, was focused on the Foundation's mission, goals, future and current activities.

Time Capsule Collection of Unseen Masterworks
Article date: Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Time Capsule Collection of Unseen Masterworks

Time Capsule Collection of Unseen Masterworks led by two re-discovered Francis Bacon Self-Portraits to be offered across Sotheby’s worldwide salesrooms this summer “Figure and Form: Works from an Important Private Collection”.

El Anatsui receives Golden Lion Award for Lifetime Achievement
Article date: Monday, April 27, 2015

El Anatsui receives Golden Lion Award for Lifetime Achievement

El Anatsui has received the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement of the 56th International Art Exhibition of the Biennale di Venezia – All the World’s Futures. The decision was made by the Board of Directors of la Biennale chaired by Paolo Baratta, former minister in the Italian government, upon recommendation of the Curator of the 56th International Art Exhibition Okwui Enwezor.