Article date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023
The Hermitage Russia and an Iranian Research Institute sign an Agreement on Collaboration
On 2 September 2023, in the Council Hall, a memorandum of understanding was signed between the State Hermitage and the Cultural Heritage and Tourism Research Institute of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Article date: Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Christo & Jeanne-Claude's L’Arc de Triomph, Wrapped, given New Life by Parley for the Oceans
This month marks the two-year anniversary of Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s monumental public artwork, L’Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped, 1961–2021, unveiled on September 18th, 2021 to the amazement of Parisians and visitors from around the world.
Article date: Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Danish artist Jens Haaning ordered to repay Kunsten Museum of Modern Art After turning in Blank Canvases
A Danish artist has been ordered to return close to 70,000 Euro to a museum after only turning in two blank canvases.
Article date: Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Amrita Sher-Gil’s Painting breaks Record for the Most Expensive Indian Artwork Ever Sold
One of India’s most celebrated artists, Amrita Sher-Gil’s painting has attained the status of the most expensive work of an Indian artist ever sold. The painting titled “The Story Teller” has fetched 6,9 million Euro at Saffronart’s “Evening Sale: Modern Art” in New Delhi.
Article date: Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Luc Tuymans – Edith Clever in Dialogue at the Akademie der Künste, Berlin
The exhibition “Luc Tuymans – Edith Clever” is the prominent prelude of a new series of the Visual Arts Section at the Akademie der Künste, Berlin, in which works by Akademie members from diverse artistic disciplines confront one another.
Article date: Monday, September 18, 2023
Consent given for Plaque on City Statue linked to Slavery
The City of London Corporation has been granted planning permission to fix a plaque to a statue of a historic figure linked to the enslavement of Africans during the transatlantic slave trade.
Article date: Monday, September 18, 2023
M F Husain’s Brush with India's Heritage Through Iconic Themes
One of the most celebrated and prolific artists in the history of Modern Indian Art, MF Husain created
thousands of works in his lifetime spanning genres, mediums, and themes.
Article date: Sunday, September 17, 2023
National Museum of Indonesia Ravaged by Fire
The National Museum in Jakarta suffered a devastating fire on Saturday evening, resulting in substantial damage and the potential loss of Indonesian national treasures.
Article date: Sunday, September 17, 2023
Art Basel Miami Beach has named the 277 Galleries Participating in its 2023 Edition
The number represents a slight dip compared to 2022, during which a record-breaking 283 exhibitors participated. This year’s iteration will focus on the Latin American and Caribbean diasporic scenes, and will feature galleries from Egypt, Iceland, the Philippines, and Poland.
Article date: Friday, September 15, 2023
From Canvas to Capital: How to Make Smart Investments in the Art Market
In the world of investments, art stands out as a unique and captivating asset class. Beyond its aesthetic allure, art has the potential to be a lucrative venture, attracting investors and collectors alike.
Article date: Friday, September 15, 2023
UNESCO sites of Kyiv and L’viv are inscribed on the List of World Heritage in Danger
The World Heritage Committee, meeting in Riyadh until 25 September, decided today to inscribe the sites of "The Saint Sophia Cathedral and Related Monastic Buildings and Lavra of Kyiv-Pechersk" and "L’viv – the ensemble of the historic centre" on the List of World Heritage in Danger, due to the threat of destruction the Russian offensive poses.
Article date: Friday, September 15, 2023
Exploring the Intersection of Art and Travel: A Journey Through Culture and Creativity
Travel is more than just a movement from one place to another; it is an immersive exploration of the world's diverse cultures, traditions, and creative expressions.
Article date: Friday, September 15, 2023
Colombian artist Fernando Botero dies Aged 91
“Fernando Botero, the painter of our traditions and defects, the painter of our virtues, has died,” the Colombian president posted on social media on Friday, without providing details on the cause of death.
Article date: Friday, September 15, 2023
Creating Masterpieces on the Course: The Artistry of Golf
Golf, often referred to as a sport, transcends its conventional definition. Beyond being a game of skill and precision, it is a canvas upon which players paint their own unique masterpieces.
Article date: Thursday, September 14, 2023
Uganda’s Tombs of the Kings of Buganda at Kasubi to be removed from the World Heritage in Danger List
The World Heritage Committee, which is meeting in Riyadh until 25 September, decided to remove the site of the Tombs of the Buganda Kings in Kasubi (Uganda) from the List of World Heritage in Danger, following the successful restoration work carried out by Uganda with UNESCO’s support.
Article date: Thursday, September 14, 2023
Chinese Porcelains Stolen from the Museum of East Asian Art in Cologne, Germany
During the night from Tuesday to Wednesday, September 13, 2023, unknown persons have stolen several pieces from the collection of the Museum of East Asian Art (MOK). Stolen were nine Chinese porcelains dating from the 16th to the 19th century, all from an imperial context. The financial damage is estimated at over one million euros.
Article date: Thursday, September 14, 2023
Frankfurt Designated World Design Capital 2026
World Design Organization (WDO)® announced today that the designation of World Design Capital® (WDC) 2026 will be awarded to the region of Frankfurt RheinMain (Germany) as a result of their demonstrated commitment to design that is rooted in social cohesion, urban transformation and the empowerment of more democratic futures.
Article date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023
26 Moroccan Artists Join Forces for Earthquake Relief
On the evening of Friday September 8th, Morocco was hit by a catastrophic 6.8 magnitude earthquake. As the country mourns the loss of over 2,000 lives and 1,404 seriously injured people, the World Health Organisation estimates that the earthquake has already impacted over 300,000 people. The number is likely to continue climbing.
Article date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023
New Research from Art Fund finds that Pupils are Missing Out on Museum Visits
New research reveals pupils’ socio-economic status and geographical location impact their access to museums and over a third of teachers say visits to museums are down post pandemic.
Article date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023
U.S. Returns Significant Collection Of Antiquities To Cambodia
Damian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced the return of 33 Khmer antiquities to the Kingdom of Cambodia, pursuant to an agreement between the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York and the family of the late George Lindemann.
