Art World Roundup: V&A's New Gallery & Record Egg Sale
From the V&A's new Islamic gallery opening to a world-record egg sale at auction, we round up the biggest stories in art and design this week. Discover the highlights.
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Daredevil bodybuilder wanted in £76m Louvre heist
French authorities hunt for motocross daredevil and social media sensation suspected of masterminding the Louvre's £76 million jewellery robbery, as his reckless Parisian antics gain cult status online.
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.
King Charles's art collection sells for thousands at auction
Original artworks from King Charles III's private collection have fetched significant sums at a specialist auction near his Gloucestershire home, revealing the monarch's personal artistic tastes.
Two More Charged in Louvre Heist Investigation
French authorities have charged two additional suspects in connection with the audacious Louvre museum theft, bringing the total to four individuals accused of orchestrating the multi-million euro art heist that shocked Paris.
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.
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.
Wiltshire artist transforms London church with stunning art
Discover how a Wiltshire-based artist has brought vibrant life to a historic London church with an extraordinary art installation that's captivating visitors and locals alike.
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.
Morocco prints own Quran, challenging Saudi religious authority
In a dramatic religious power shift, Morocco has printed its own version of the Quran, breaking Saudi Arabia's long-standing monopoly and sparking international debate about Islamic interpretation and authority.
Louvre's 76M masterpiece heist: Duo arrested
Two suspects arrested in dramatic police operation for allegedly stealing priceless 17th-century artwork from Paris museum in what authorities call 'the theft of the century'
Miami art dealer loses Warhol collection in Labubu scam
Florida gallery owner Leslie Roberts loses prized Andy Warhol artworks worth millions in sophisticated fraud scheme involving rare designer toys and international shipping.
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.
Louvre Museum Heist: Two Arrested Over Gold Plate Theft
French police apprehend two suspects following the daring theft of a priceless 17th-century gold plate from the Louvre Museum in Paris during broad daylight.
Michael Cook: Bidjara artist's groundbreaking retrospective
Explore the groundbreaking retrospective of Bidjara artist Michael Cook, whose powerful photographic series challenge colonial narratives and celebrate Indigenous resilience through stunning visual storytelling.
Lost Dali painting sells for £47,700 after £150 buy
A forgotten Salvador Dali painting, discovered in a Scottish home after being bought for just £150 decades ago, has fetched £47,700 at auction, stunning art experts and the family who owned it.
Lost Picasso Painting Mystery Solved After 30 Years
A missing Picasso still-life painting has been located in a Spanish private collection after vanishing from public view for three decades, solving one of the art world's enduring mysteries.
London's Historic Islamic Bookshop Faces Closure
The Islamic Book Centre, London's oldest Islamic bookshop serving the community for 45 years, is at risk of permanent closure due to soaring rent prices and declining sales, sparking a fundraising campaign to save this cultural landmark.
Louvre's masterpieces in digital art heist protest
In a stunning act of creative protest, anonymous artists have digitally 'stolen' the Louvre's most famous residents, including the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo, to create a powerful commentary on cultural appropriation and modern politics.
Welsh wool art wins prestigious Artes Mundi prize
Scottish artist Alberta Whittle triumphs at Artes Mundi 10 with her poignant installation celebrating Welsh wool heritage, blending activism with textile artistry in Cardiff exhibition.
Dina Broadhurst's shocking nude art with face on another body
Contemporary artist Dina Broadhurst reveals shocking new artwork featuring her face digitally placed on another woman's nude body, sparking conversations about identity and female representation in art.
Turner & Hirst: Liverpool's Blockbuster Art Show
Liverpool's Tate gallery unveils spectacular anniversary exhibition pairing JMW Turner's dramatic seascapes with Damien Hirst's controversial shark in formaldehyde, promising visitors an unforgettable artistic journey.
Reichardt's Louvre Art Heist Film Stars Josh O'Connor
Acclaimed director Kelly Reichardt unveils her latest cinematic masterpiece 'Art Heist', featuring Josh O'Connor in a gripping tale of the infamous Louvre theft that shocked the art world.
Louvre reopens after major jewellery heist
Paris's Louvre Museum resumes operations following an audacious overnight jewellery theft from its Islamic art collection, raising serious questions about museum security protocols.
Louvre Heist: €100,000 Art Theft Exposes Museum Security
Exclusive investigation reveals how thieves bypassed world-class security to steal priceless Renaissance treasures from the Louvre in a meticulously planned overnight operation.
Louvre Museum robbed: Millions in jewels stolen overnight
In an audacious overnight robbery, thieves have stolen precious jewels worth millions from the Louvre Museum's prestigious Islamic art department, leaving French authorities scrambling.
Chess star Daniel Naroditsky victim of armed robbery
World-renowned chess streamer Daniel Naroditsky robbed at gunpoint in San Francisco Bay Area, with thieves making off with his car and possessions in a traumatic ordeal.
Louvre art thieves show 'dreadful taste' in heist
In a bizarre Paris art theft, robbers bypassed priceless Chardins and Leonardos for lesser works, revealing what experts call 'astonishingly bad taste' in their selection.
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