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$20M Art Fraud: Fake Banksy & Dali Works Sold

An Atlanta art appraiser is sued for allegedly selling $20 million in counterfeit art, including fake works attributed to Banksy and Salvador Dali. Read the full investigation.

Tala Madani's AI Art Exhibition Confronts Sexism

Iranian-American artist Tala Madani uses AI-generated robot children to challenge societal expectations of women in her powerful London exhibition at Pilar Corrias until 17 January.

Bridget Riley's Optical Art Leaves Viewers Gasping

A review of Bridget Riley's 'Learning to See' exhibition at Turner Contemporary, Margate. Experience the mesmerising optical art that challenges perception and leaves visitors in awe. Plan your visit now.

Joseph Wright's Shadows Illuminate National Gallery

Discover how Joseph Wright of Derby's revolutionary use of light and shadow creates theatrical masterpieces in the National Gallery's stunning new exhibition that reveals Britain's industrial dawn.

Wright of Derby: National Gallery's Revolutionary Exhibition

London's National Gallery unveils a groundbreaking exhibition exploring Joseph Wright of Derby's masterful use of light and scientific themes, positioning the 18th-century artist as Britain's first true painter of the Enlightenment era.

Cairo tourism plummets as visitor numbers crash

Egypt's tourism industry faces unprecedented challenges as visitor numbers to Cairo's iconic attractions, including the Pyramids and King Tutankhamun's treasures, show dramatic decline according to recent statistics.

William Scott's lost paintings found in Somerset museum

A remarkable collection of early William Scott paintings, hidden from public view for over seven decades, has been rediscovered at the Museum of Somerset in Taunton, offering fresh insights into the artist's celebrated career.

Egypt's £1bn Grand Museum opens after 20-year build

After 20 years of construction and a £1 billion investment, Cairo's monumental Grand Egyptian Museum opens to the public, becoming the world's largest archaeological museum and new crown jewel of Egypt's cultural heritage.

Art Detectives: Hunt for Fake Old Masters

Christopher Stevens reviews BBC's gripping new art world investigation series where experts uncover forged masterpieces in this thrilling cultural whodunnit.

Christopher Mullan: Street Art Pioneer Dies at 46

Discover the remarkable life of Christopher Mullan, the visionary Belfast-born artist who transformed urban landscapes and mentored a generation of street artists before his tragic passing at 46.

Artes Mundi 11: Wales Hosts Major Contemporary Art Prize

The prestigious Artes Mundi 11 prize exhibition launches across Wales, featuring eight international artists competing for £40,000 award. Discover groundbreaking contemporary art in Cardiff, Llandudno and Aberystwyth until March 2025.

Grand Egyptian Museum announces long-awaited opening date

After 22 years of anticipation and delays, Cairo's monumental Grand Egyptian Museum is set to open its doors, promising to become the world's largest archaeological museum and home to Tutankhamun's complete treasures.

Egypt demands Louvre return ancient artefacts

Egypt's antiquities authority launches formal campaign for the return of prized artefacts from the Louvre Museum, escalating global debate about cultural heritage repatriation.

AI Images Beyond Human Understanding Revealed

A groundbreaking exhibition showcases AI-generated images that defy human understanding, revealing how artificial intelligence perceives reality in ways our minds cannot grasp.

Mukherjee's fibre revolution storms Royal Academy

The Royal Academy's landmark exhibition unveils the extraordinary textile sculptures of Indian artist Mrinalini Mukherjee, celebrating her radical transformation of fibre into monumental art forms.

Kate Bryan: How to Love Art Without the Intimidation

Discover how art curator Kate Bryan is dismantling cultural barriers with her new book 'How to Love Art', making galleries accessible to everyone through practical tips and infectious enthusiasm.

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