A full portrait painted by Spanish painter Diego Velázquez of Queen Isabel de Borbón, wife of King Philip IV of Spain, is expected to fetch US$35 million when it is auctioned at Sotheby's New York in February 2024. Find out more here.
A mural by anonymous street artist Banksy, critical of Brexit, has been officially demolished along with the dilapidated building where it was painted. Authorities have now promised to rescue at least some of the remains. Find out more here.
Russian artist Nadya Tolokonnikova, co-founder of the feminist art collective Pussy Riot, was arrested in absentia in Moscow on charges of “insulting the religious feelings of believers”. Tolokonnikova, who currently lives outside Russia, will face immediate two-month detention if she returns to her home country. Find out more here.
The works, which were presented in 2014 in an exhibition at the Allard Pierson Museum in Amsterdam, arrived at the Museum of Historical Treasures of Ukraine, the Kiev institution said. Find out more here.
The painting 'Construction', by Maria Helena Vieira da Silva, will go up for auction in December, in Paris, with an estimate of between 200 and 300 thousand euros, auctioneer Christie's announced today. Find out more here.
Alberto Gordillo emerged as a singular master of contemporary art, leaving a legacy that shines in jewelry and sculpture, challenging aesthetic and technical boundaries. Find out more here.
In the world of contemporary art, few artists manage to capture the essence of cultural diversity and visual effervescence with the originality of Alba Escayo. Find out more here.
Add Fuel it is not limited to the mere reproduction or homage to styles of the past; on the contrary, it challenges the boundaries between the traditional aesthetics of Portuguese tiles and contemporary visual languages. Find out more here.
Gary Simmons' work transcends the screen to become a profound reflection on memory, identity and the complex fabric of contemporary culture. Known for his innovative erasure technique and his ability to explore the intersections between popular culture and social issues, Gary Simmons has established himself as a prominent figure in contemporary art. Find out more here.
FLAD launches the Flechada program, which aims to support artists between the ages of 24 and 31 in starting their career, financing up to 5 grants with a maximum of 10 thousand euros each so that they can organize their first solo exhibition. Applications for this program are open until January 25, 2024. Find out more here.
Between the landscapes of the grotesque and the portraits of the human soul, James Ensor's art emerges as a labyrinth of unique and unsettling artistic expression. Find out more here.
“Napoleon” (2023), by Ridley Scott, his latest feature film - which was considered the “best since Gladiator” - was released this week in theaters. Find out more here.
The 'Extravaganzas' exhibition, the largest individual exhibition of Joana Vasconcelos in Brazil, it is on display at the Oscar Niemeyer Museum, in Curitiba, "a mythical museum of the international contemporary art scene", said the Portuguese artist. Find out more here.
With a unique ability to transform everyday objects into profound expressions of meaning, Mona Hatoum emerged as a seminal figure in contemporary art. This article delves into the life and work of Mona Hatoum, exploring his artistic journey and examining his lasting impact on the contemporary art landscape.