Antiques Roadshow: Free Painting Sells for £15,000
A stunning Antiques Roadshow discovery reveals how a painting, acquired at no extra cost with a furniture purchase, was valued at an astonishing £15,000, leaving its owners in disbelief.
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Rembrandt's Night Watch dog copied from obscure artist
Groundbreaking research reveals the canine in Rembrandt's masterpiece wasn't his original creation but borrowed from another Dutch Golden Age painter, challenging art historical assumptions.
Can Art Save Lives? The Healing Power of Creativity
Explore the profound impact of art on mental and physical health. Discover how creativity, from music to painting, is becoming a vital tool in healing and saving lives across the UK.
Marie Antoinette's Fashion Revolution at London's V&A
The Victoria and Albert Museum unveils a stunning new exhibition, 'Style & Splendour: The Fashion of Marie Antoinette', exploring the enduring influence of the iconic queen's revolutionary wardrobe on modern design.
Brooke Warne's 18th Birthday: Party & Tribute to Shane
Shane Warne's daughter, Brooke Warne, marks her milestone 18th birthday with a star-studded celebration in Melbourne, accompanied by her boyfriend Alex Heath. See the exclusive photos and details of the glamorous event.
Kelsey Parker reveals touching painting for stillborn son
Tom Parker's widow Kelsey reveals emotional artwork commemorating their stillborn baby Phoenix, sharing her grief and healing journey with fans.
Rare Venetian painting found in Cambridge sells for £2.7m
A stunning 18th-century Venetian painting by Francesco Guardi, discovered in a Cambridge home, has fetched an astonishing £2.7 million at a specialist sale by Cheffins auctioneers, shattering its pre-sale estimate.
Frieda Hughes: Art & Poetry on Envelopes
An exclusive look at Frieda Hughes's captivating new exhibition, where poetry meets painting. Discover how she transformed 52 used envelopes into a profound visual and literary journey, confronting grief and the echoes of her famous family's history.
UK Law: Can I Paint My Neighbour's Fence?
Navigating garden fence disputes? Our expert guide reveals the surprising UK laws on painting a neighbour's fence, avoiding costly mistakes, and maintaining good relations.
Vermeer's Masterpiece Mystery: AI Uncovers a Twin Painting
A stunning art world discovery: two near-identical versions of Vermeer's 'Girl Reading a Letter at an Open Window' have been authenticated. Explore how modern technology and traditional expertise solved a centuries-old mystery and what it reveals about sp
Antiques Roadshow 'fake' painting valued at £1.5m
A painting bought for £400 and believed to be a fake was revealed to be a genuine masterpiece on Antiques Roadshow, shattering records with a staggering £1.5 million valuation by expert Rupert Maas.
Nazi-looted 18th-century portrait recovered in Argentina
A priceless 18th-century portrait, stolen by the Nazis during World War II, has been miraculously recovered in Argentina after an 80-year odyssey, marking a major victory for Holocaust restitution efforts.
Nazi Heiress Ordered to Return Stolen Painting
Patricia Kadgien, daughter of a convicted Nazi art thief, must surrender a valuable 17th-century Dutch painting stolen from a Jewish family in 1943 after a Munich court ruling.
Nazi-Looted Renaissance Art Found Hidden in Argentina
Argentine authorities have seized a priceless 15th-century Italian painting, stolen by Nazis during WWII, in a dramatic art recovery operation near Buenos Aires.
Founding Father's Historic Boston Home Hits Market
A piece of American history is for sale. The meticulously preserved Boston home of Founding Father Rufus King, a signatory of the US Constitution, is on the market for $6.5 million. Discover its revolutionary secrets.
Vermeer Copy Stuns Art Experts, Rewrites History
Art experts are in a frenzy after a near-perfect copy of a Johannes Vermeer masterpiece was discovered, challenging long-held beliefs about the Dutch Golden Age painter's techniques and existing works.
Secret swastika found in Nazi daughter's stolen painting
Exclusive investigation reveals a hidden swastika discovered beneath a masterpiece stolen by a Nazi war criminal's daughter, unraveling a decades-old art theft mystery in Argentina.
Princess Andre's Porn Star Martini 18th Birthday Celebration
Princess Andre, daughter of Katie Price and Peter Andre, marked her 18th birthday with a 'Porn Star Martini'-themed celebration, sharing glamorous photos from her lavish party.
Nazi heiress has stolen masterpiece seized in police raid
German police have confiscated a priceless Expressionist masterpiece by Heinrich Campendonk from the home of 82-year-old Nazi heiress Helga Hengge. The painting, 'Rotes Bild mit Pferden' (Red Picture with Horses), was stolen from its Jewish owner in a for
Nazi-looted Chagall painting returned after 80 years
A long-lost Marc Chagall painting, stolen by the Nazis in 1940, has been formally returned to the artist's heirs in a poignant ceremony at a Manhattan museum, closing a chapter on an eight-decade quest for justice.
Nazi-looted painting found in London real estate probe
A priceless 17th-century painting, stolen by Nazis and missing for decades, has been discovered in a London property investigation, sparking an international restitution effort.
Mum's DIY Bathroom Paint Job Sparks Hilarious Chaos
A UK mum's attempt to paint her bathroom with her husband spiralled into a hilarious DIY catastrophe, sparking chaos, laughter, and a viral warning to other homeowners.
BBC Exposes 110-Year-Old Lost Masterpiece As Elaborate Fake
A painting lost for over a century, a trail of false leads, and a BBC investigation that uncovered a shocking art world deception. The incredible true story of 'The Fortune Teller'.
Paint fences & decking fast—no sanding needed!
Discover the ultimate time-saving trick to refresh your garden fence or decking without the hassle of sanding. Perfect for busy homeowners!
Art collector's gamble on fake masterpiece ends in drama
A dramatic tale unfolds as an art collector gambles away a fortune on a fake painting, rejecting a huge sum for what he believed was a lost masterpiece.
George III's secret parliament letter discovered
A newly discovered letter sheds light on King George III's hidden tensions with Parliament, offering fresh insights into royal politics of the era.
Jack White's son turns 18 - dad's double!
As Jack White's son celebrates his 18th birthday, fans can't get over how much he looks like his famous father. The uncanny resemblance has sparked a wave of nostalgia among White Stripes enthusiasts.
Village saves medieval cottage from bulldozers
A picturesque village in the UK has successfully campaigned to preserve a 15th-century cottage, blocking plans to replace it with modern housing.
Victorian mugshots reveal bizarre crimes like pigeon theft
Fascinating 19th-century police mugshots from Victorian England expose peculiar offences including stealing pigeons and milk, offering a glimpse into the era's crime and punishment.
Millet: Life on the Land at National Gallery
Discover Jean-François Millet's evocative rural masterpieces in this must-see exhibition at London's National Gallery, showcasing the beauty and hardship of 19th-century peasant life.
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