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Marthe Donas: Belgium's dazzling modernist revival

A groundbreaking exhibition in Belgium finally gives modernist pioneer Marthe Donas the recognition she deserves, showcasing her revolutionary abstract works that captivated early 20th-century Europe.

Gilbert & George's Egyptian Art & Abramović's Epic in London

Explore London's electrifying art scene with Gilbert & George's Ancient Egypt exhibition at White Cube and Marina Abramović's provocative performance at the Royal Academy. Your essential guide to the capital's cultural highlights.

Hockney's iPad Yorkshire drawings at auction

Discover how the legendary artist David Hockney embraced digital technology to create stunning iPad artworks celebrating the Yorkshire countryside, now available for collectors.

Abramović's Balkan Erotic Epic: Skeleton Orgies in London

Legendary performance artist Marina Abramović returns to London with her provocative 'Balkan Erotic Epic,' featuring skeletal orgies, breast-kneading rituals, and phallic symbolism that explores ancient Slavic traditions.

Italian police dismantle major Dali art forgery ring

Italian authorities have dismantled a sophisticated forgery operation that produced and sold counterfeit Salvador Dali artworks across Europe for nearly two decades, with estimated sales reaching millions.

David Bowie's iconic Aladdin Sane artwork up for auction

The original airbrushed artwork for David Bowie's legendary 'Aladdin Sane' album cover, created by photographer Brian Duffy, is set for a high-profile auction at Sotheby's with an estimated value of up to £60,000.

Lost Frida Kahlo portrait sells for £4.9m in London

A previously unseen portrait by iconic Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, 'Diego y yo' (Diego and I), has sold for a record-breaking £4.9 million at Sotheby's London, marking a major event in the art world.

Folkestone Triennial 2024: Kent's Spectacular Art Festival

The Folkestone Triennial 2024 is set to transform the Kent coast with breathtaking public art installations from 31 August. Discover world-class sculptures, performances, and interactive pieces by renowned artists, celebrating creativity in this historic

Lost Keith Haring Mural Found at Charing Cross Station

A long-lost mural by iconic pop artist Keith Haring, painted in 1986, has been miraculously rediscovered hidden behind hoardings at London's Charing Cross station during renovation works, offering a priceless glimpse into the city's street art history.

UK's Best Fine Art Universities 2025 Revealed

The Guardian's exclusive 2025 league table ranks the UK's best universities for Fine Art. Discover which institutions lead in creativity, teaching excellence, and graduate prospects in our comprehensive analysis.

Top UK Universities for History of Art 2025 Revealed

The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for History of Art. Discover which institutions lead in teaching quality, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects in this prestigious field.

Folkestone Triennial 2024: Coastal Art Transformation

The Folkestone Triennial 2024 transforms the Kent coast into a stunning open-air gallery with 14 groundbreaking installations. Explore how this major contemporary art event revitalises public spaces from 31 August.

Dennis Potter & Hilary Lloyd: A Radiant London Exhibition

A major new exhibition at London's Studio Voltaire, 'Very High Frequency', brings together the visionary works of Dennis Potter and Hilary Lloyd in a dazzling dialogue across generations, exploring themes of technology, the body, and broadcast media.

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.

Rembrandt's 'Slow Art' Masterpiece Tours England

A rare Rembrandt self-portrait is touring England in a revolutionary 'slow art' project, inviting the public to spend quality, distraction-free time with the 17th-century masterpiece to combat museum fatigue.

Man Charged in £400K Damien Hirst Art Heist

A 42-year-old man has been charged following the alleged theft of high-value artwork, clothing, and equipment from the renowned artist Damien Hirst's London warehouse, in a brazen raid worth an estimated £400,000.

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