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.
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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.
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.
Secret art collective shares gallery memberships
An underground network is enabling struggling artists to access premium exhibitions through shared membership cards, challenging London's exclusive art scene in a bold act of creative solidarity.
Sydney's Coastline Transformed by Sculpture by Sea 2025
Sydney's iconic Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk has been transformed into a breathtaking open-air gallery for Sculpture by Sea 2025, featuring monumental works from international artists against the stunning backdrop of the Pacific Ocean.
Sámi artist transforms Tate Modern with reindeer installation
Máret Ánne Sara's powerful new installation 'Girdiņ Ŋʒʒe' brings the Sámi worldview to London, featuring reindeer skulls and Arctic soundscapes in a stunning critique of colonial oppression.
£520,000 Picasso miniature vanishes before London exhibition
A multi-million pound Picasso masterpiece measuring just 7.9cm has mysteriously disappeared during transport to a prestigious London exhibition, leaving art experts and authorities baffled.
South Pole Skeleton Mystery Solved After 60 Years
The haunting mystery of a young woman's skeleton found abandoned at the South Pole research station has been solved after six decades, revealing a tragic tale of illness and isolation in the world's most remote location.
Frieze Art Fair: The Millionaires' Playground
An exclusive review of Frieze Art Fair London 2025 reveals a world of astronomical prices and elite collectors, where art becomes the ultimate luxury commodity for the super-rich.
Abramović's Erotic Epic Triumphs in Manchester
Legendary performance artist Marina Abramović stuns audiences once again with the UK revival of her boundary-pushing 'Balkan Erotic Epic' at Manchester's Aviva Studios - a raw exploration of ritual and sexuality.
Sheila Canby: Islamic Art Curator Legacy
Remembering Sheila Canby, the visionary curator who transformed London's Islamic art collections and brought Middle Eastern masterpieces to global prominence.
London's Video Art Revolution: Paradigm Shift Exhibition
A groundbreaking exhibition at London's 180 Studios showcases how video art has transformed from experimental medium to cultural powerhouse, featuring pioneering artists who changed how we see the world.
Sagarika Sundaram's Hypnotic Art Takes London
Experience the mesmerising world of Sagarika Sundaram as her acclaimed solo exhibition arrives in London, showcasing textile art that challenges perceptions of identity and tradition.
Maret Anne Sara's haunting Turbine Hall masterpiece at Tate Modern
Norwegian artist Maret Anne Sara transforms Tate Modern's Turbine Hall into an immersive sonic landscape exploring Sámi heritage and environmental consciousness in this breathtaking installation.
Vermeer's Pearl Earring girl identified as his daughter
Groundbreaking research reveals the true identity behind Johannes Vermeer's iconic masterpiece, identifying the subject as his daughter Maria in a discovery rewriting art history.
Nigerian Modernism: Tate's Revolutionary New Exhibition
Tate Modern unveils groundbreaking exhibition showcasing Nigeria's explosive modernist movement, featuring over 150 works that redefine 20th century art history.
Frieze London's Barbenheimer Moment with Paris Rival
London's premier art fair faces unprecedented competition from Paris as both cities launch major autumn events simultaneously, creating a cultural showdown that's dividing the global art elite.
Street Art Titans Fairey, Hirst & Invader Shake London
A groundbreaking exhibition at Newport Street Gallery brings together three revolutionary artists in a provocative display that challenges traditional art boundaries and celebrates urban creativity.
Canterbury Cathedral hosts underground graffiti exhibition
In an unprecedented fusion of heritage and contemporary art, Canterbury Cathedral transforms its underground car park into a vibrant street art showcase featuring works from Peckham's creative community, bridging centuries of artistic expression.
Sean Scully: How rectangles contain human suffering
An emotional journey through Sean Scully's latest exhibition at Houghton Hall, where minimalist rectangles become powerful vessels of human pain and resilience.
New Book Reveals the Making of Basquiat the Icon
A groundbreaking new book reveals the making of Jean-Michel Basquiat, exploring how the New York artist transformed from street poet to global art phenomenon and cultural icon.
Mysterious hole in church wall baffles locals
A peculiar circular hole discovered in a historic UK church wall has left residents and internet sleuths utterly perplexed, with theories ranging from architectural quirks to supernatural phenomena.
Egypt's mysterious limestone painting vanishes without trace
A mysterious limestone painting in Egypt that captured global attention has vanished without explanation, leaving archaeologists and authorities baffled about its sudden disappearance from the Cairo landscape.
Hockney & Bachardy: A Queer Californian Art Story
New exhibition reveals intimate portraits and unseen works capturing the profound relationship between David Hockney and Don Bachardy in 1960s California, a pivotal moment in queer art history.
London's drink-painting art exhibition revealed
Discover London's revolutionary 'Art of Drink' exhibition where wine and cocktails transform into painting tools, creating stunning edible artworks in real-time interactive displays.
Nigerian Modernism: Tate's Groundbreaking Show
Discover how Tate Modern's landmark exhibition redefines art history, showcasing the vibrant genius of Nigeria's modernist pioneers in London's most ambitious African art showcase.
Betty Parsons: Beyond Rothko & Pollock
A groundbreaking London exhibition reveals how gallery owner Betty Parsons launched Rothko, Pollock and other abstract expressionist legends while maintaining her own scintillating artistic practice.
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