British Library Struggles To Recover After Autumn Cyber Attack
The British Library’s pivotal main catalogue, boasting over 36 million records, resurfaced online, marking a crucial milestone in restoring services…
17 January 2024
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V&A Dundee to Scale Back Major Exhibitions Amidst Financial Realities
In a strategic move to navigate financial challenges, the V&A Dundee, the Scottish counterpart of the renowned Victoria and Albert Museum.
17 January 2024
Brent Sikkema – Visionary Art Dealer Of Jeffrey Gibson And Kara Walker Murdered
Brent Sikkema, the Manhattan art dealer renowned for representing artists such as Jeffrey Gibson and Kara Walker found dead
17 January 2024
Missing UK Museum Objects: The Latest Story Behind The Vitrine
In recent months, UK Museum collections have come under intense scrutiny, with headlines echoing the ‘alleged’ thefts of up to 2000 objects…
10 January 2024
Is Appropriation Art Finished? Read My Marilyn Monroe Red Lips
The discourse surrounding Appropriation Art has emerged as a nuanced exploration of cultural, societal, and artistic paradigms.
6 January 2024
Rybolovlev vs. Sotheby’s: A High-Stakes Legal Drama
In the off-grid sanctuary of the art world, where masterpieces change hands for astronomical sums and money is no object, a legal saga is unfolding
5 January 2024
Art Enthusiasts Embrace Public Domain Freedom Day 2024
Art entering the Public Domain is always a highly anticipated annual event. Artists, creators, and consumers mark a wealth of creative treasures that become available…
4 January 2024
Art Industry Figures Named In New Year Honours List 2024
The New Year’s Honours list unveiling is a compelling event that many in the arts industry eagerly await.
29 December 2023
Banksy: Met Police To Investigate £250k Peckham Stop Sign Theft
The Metropolitan Police is investigating the brazen theft of a new Banksy artwork valued at £250,000 from a south London street.
23 December 2023
Franz West: Legal Saga Surrounding Estate Foundation And Archive Resolved
The longstanding legal saga surrounding the estate of renowned Austrian sculptor Franz West has been resolved after years of contestment.
20 December 2023
British Museum Greenwashing: New BP Partnership To Help Fund £1 Billion Redesign
The latest British Museum “Masterplan” has been disclosed amid accusations of greenwashing by environmental groups.
19 December 2023
Charleston Trust: Home Of The Bloomsbury Group Revealed As London Art Fair 2024 Museum Partner
The London Art Fair is collaborating with Charleston Trust, the East Sussex country home of the Bloomsbury Group, for its annual Museum partnership.
19 December 2023
Robert Rauschenberg Foundation Unveils Ambitious Free Catalogue Raisonné Project
In a long overdue initiative, the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation has launched a cataloging Raisonné endeavor to compile a comprehensive catalogue raisonné
15 December 2023
Antony Gormley’s Time Horizon Set to Transform Houghton Hall’s Historic Landscape
A celebration of contemporary art against the backdrop of the historic Houghton Hall in Norfolk, the 2024 programme promises to be a visual feast
14 December 2023
British Museum Theft: Accountability Crisis Amidst Inside Job Allegations
The British Museum is grappling with an internal crisis due to the loss and damage of approximately 2,000 artefacts, including valuable Roman gems.
13 December 2023
Newly Discovered Rembrandt Portraits On Long-term Loan To Rijksmuseum
The Rijksmuseum has rediscovered two miniature portraits by Rembrandt. The 1635 portraits of Jan Willemsz van der Pluym and Jaapgen Caerlsdr disappeared for almost two centuries…
13 December 2023
Notre Dame Cathedral: President Macron Announces Reopening Date
French President Emmanuel Macron inspected the restoration of Notre Dame Cathedral last week, precisely one year ahead of its scheduled reopening on December 8, 2024.
12 December 2023
Pantone Palette Proclamation: Peach Fuzz Takes the Lead for 2024
In the kaleidoscope of hues that paint our world, Pantone, the ultimate authority on colour, has declared 2024 as the year of “Peach Fuzz.”
8 December 2023
NFTs From Digital Phenomenon to Global Meltdown
In the shifting landscape of the digital realm, Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) emerged as a possible revolutionary force, reshaping how we perceive and engage with art
7 December 2023
Pirelli HangarBicocca Celebrates 20 Years Of Diverse Perspectives
Pirelli HangarBicocca has unveiled its exhibition program for 2024-2025, marking its 20th anniversary.
6 December 2023
Jesse Darling Scoops Challenging Turner Prize 2023
In the notable annals of contemporary art, one accolade stands as a career topper, and that is the Turner Prize. This year, the Towner Gallery in Eastbourne
5 December 2023
Ann Christopher RA To Lead Royal Academy Lineup for 256th Summer Exhibition
The Royal Academy of Arts has revealed the committee for the upcoming 256th Summer Exhibition, which is set to be coordinated by the renowned British artist and Royal Academician Ann Christopher.
5 December 2023
David Hockney iPad Art Illuminates Battersea Power Station For The Holidays
In a move designed to bring a touch of holiday cheer to London, artist David Hockney has created an early Christmas gift at Battersea Power Station.
3 December 2023
Zabludowicz Collection To Close London Gallery After 16 Years
The Zabludowicz Collection, an outstanding private museum overseen by collectors Anita and Poju Zabludowicz, has announced the permanent closure of its widely attended London gallery.
1 December 2023
Banksy: Brexit Mural Demolished Following Regeneration Project
A noteworthy Banksy mural, emerging in the aftermath of the controversial Brexit vote in the UK, met its demise
29 November 2023
Parthenon Sculptures: Sunak Cancels Greek PM Meeting As Tension Builds
Pressures between the British and Greek governments have escalated over the contentious issue of the Parthenon Sculptures, commonly known as the Elgin Marbles.
28 November 2023
Roman Mosaics: Authenticity Of US Repatriated Artefacts In Question
Accusations from scholars in France and Britain are challenging the US on the authenticity of Roman artefacts repatriated to Lebanon.
21 November 2023
New Contemporaries Returns To Camden Art Centre After Two Decades
Bloomberg New Contemporaries is set to return to the Camden Art Centre after a hiatus of over two decades.
20 November 2023
Assemble To Reconfigure Granary Square Into A Wintery Landscape
Granary Square in King’s Cross will be transformed into a compelling winter landscape, unveiling its latest annual installation
20 November 2023
Helen Frankenthaler Foundation Faces Allegations of Legacy Destruction
Frederick Iseman, nephew of the renowned Abstract Expressionist painter Helen Frankenthaler, has initiated legal action against the Helen Frankenthaler Foundation
16 November 2023
Jerwood Foundation and Jerwood Charity Announce Merger for 2024
The Jerwood Foundation, a stalwart supporter of the arts since 1977, has confirmed the merger with Jerwood Charity (Jerwood Arts)
16 November 2023
Joe Tilson: British Visionary Pop Constructivist Painter Dies Aged 95
Joe Tilson RA, one of the leading painters of his generation, has died aged 95.
14 November 2023