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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.

Suzanne Wallinga appointed General Director of Museum Cobra, Amstelveen
Article date: Monday, October 14, 2024

Suzanne Wallinga appointed General Director of Museum Cobra, Amstelveen

Museum Cobra appointed Suzanne Wallinga as its new general director. Together with financial director Cor Dinkgreve, she will form the museum’s new board of directors from October 1, 2024. Her appointment marks a new chapter for Museum Cobra, in which her vision and refreshing approach will further strengthen the museum.

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.

Studio Museum in Harlem to Open in the Fall of 2025
Article date: Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Studio Museum in Harlem to Open in the Fall of 2025

The Studio Museum in Harlem announced initial details about the artworks that will fill its galleries in the fall of 2025 when it celebrates the grand opening of its new home.

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.

The Met to reopen the Newly reimagined Galleries in May 2025
Article date: Wednesday, October 9, 2024

The Met to reopen the Newly reimagined Galleries in May 2025

The complete renovation of the wing, which encompasses over 40,000 square feet of gallery space on the Museum’s south side, was designed by Kulapat Yantrasast of WHY Architecture

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).

Technician mistakes Museum Artwork for Rubbish and disposes of it
Article date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Technician mistakes Museum Artwork for Rubbish and disposes of it

An artwork was recently discovered in a rubbish bin at the LAM museum in Lisse, Netherlands, where it had been thrown away by a lift technician who mistook it for abandoned litter. The piece, created by French artist Alexandre Lavet, consists of two meticulously hand-painted beer cans.

Art Basel Miami Beach reveals new Highlights for its 2024 Edition
Article date: Saturday, October 5, 2024

Art Basel Miami Beach reveals new Highlights for its 2024 Edition

Art Basel Miami Beach 2024, led for the first time by Bridget Finn, will bring together 283 leading galleries from 38 countries and territories, showcasing a diverse array of contemporary and modern art.

Archaeologists discover Ancient, Pillared Halls at Pañamarca, Peru
Article date: Friday, October 4, 2024

Archaeologists discover Ancient, Pillared Halls at Pañamarca, Peru

In July, archaeologists and conservators working at the Moche site of Pañamarca in the Nepeña Valley of north-coastal Peru discovered a pillared throne room with imagery and evidence that it was used by a high-status female leader.

Poland’s 2nd Largest Bank uses Blockchain to preserve Country’s Cultural Treasures
Article date: Friday, October 4, 2024

Poland’s 2nd Largest Bank uses Blockchain to preserve Country’s Cultural Treasures

Pekao Bank from Poland, the country’s second largest bank, is taking a bold approach to preserving art. Using blockchain technology, it has kept some of its most valuable artworks in an Arctic vault, and less exposed to the elements.

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art launches International Design Competition for Major Expansion
Article date: Friday, October 4, 2024

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art launches International Design Competition for Major Expansion

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art launched a global open call to find an outstanding architect-led team for a world-class expansion that will transform the museum with a dynamic, open, and inviting design. The goal of the expansion is to attract new audiences and design a center that speaks to community, creating a museum for all.

Girl with a Pearl Earring Visually captivates the Viewer
Article date: Thursday, October 3, 2024

Girl with a Pearl Earring Visually captivates the Viewer

Neurological research has shown that looking at a real painting at the Mauritshuis activates the brain differently than looking at a reproduction of the same painting.

United States announces New Support for Protection of Ukrainian Cultural Heritage
Article date: Tuesday, October 1, 2024

United States announces New Support for Protection of Ukrainian Cultural Heritage

On 19 September, on the margins of the G7 Culture Ministerial in Naples, Italy, the Director-General of the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM) Aruna Francesca Maria Gujral and Acting Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs Lee Satterfield signed a grant agreement for $1 million grant through the U.S. State Department’s Ukraine Cultural Heritage Response Initiative.

Hammer Museum names Zoë Ryan as its new Director
Article date: Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Hammer Museum names Zoë Ryan as its new Director

Marcy Carsey, chair of the Hammer Museum at UCLA’s Board of Directors, announced the appointment of Zoë Ryan as the next director of the museum.