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.
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Burning Man Art Installation Splits in Catastrophic Failure
Exclusive report on the dramatic structural failure of the 'Spin' art car at Burning Man 2024, leaving its creator devastated and sparking safety discussions at the iconic desert festival.
Grampians' Endemic Plants Inspire New Environmental Art Gallery
Discover how Victoria's Grampians National Park is leveraging its unique endemic flora to create a stunning new environmental art gallery, boosting sustainable tourism and celebrating biodiversity.
Gower Power & Deep Sea Dances: The UK's Art Week
From the rugged Gower Peninsula to London's avant-garde galleries, the UK art scene erupts with powerful new exhibitions. Discover deep-sea video installations, millennial masculinity explorations, and a major Barbara Hepworth retrospective.
Inigo Philbrick: The £86m Art World Swindle Exposed
Exclusive deep dive into the audacious fraud of art dealer Inigo Philbrick, who used phantom sales on private jets and a Ponzi-style scheme to swindle £86m from investors and galleries. The shocking story of greed and deception that rocked the art market.
Doris Lockhart, Saatchi's Legendary Archivist, Dies at 86
Celebrating the life and immense, yet often private, influence of Doris Lockhart, the visionary archivist whose meticulous work was the bedrock of the Saatchi Gallery's legendary collection and the booming British art market.
George Lucas's £1.5bn Museum Lands in Los Angeles
Star Wars creator George Lucas selects Los Angeles as the permanent home for his groundbreaking £1.5 billion narrative art museum, ending a dramatic search that spanned multiple US cities.
Elton John 'Big Yins' Mural Appears in Glasgow
A striking new street art tribute to Sir Elton John, dubbed 'Big Yins', has emerged in Glasgow, playfully nodding to his iconic style and upcoming tour, sparking delight and debate amongst locals.
Betty Grumble's Raucous Edinburgh Fringe Rebellion
Betty Grumble's latest show at the Edinburgh Fringe is a fearless, flesh-filled manifesto against patriarchal norms. Our review delves into this provocative and poetic performance.
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'.
Hepworth's colourful sculptures showcased in St Ives
A stunning new exhibition in St Ives showcases Barbara Hepworth's lesser-known colourful sculptures, offering a fresh perspective on her iconic work.
Fundraiser to save Hepworth sculpture in Wakefield
A community campaign aims to raise £500,000 to preserve Barbara Hepworth's 'Contrapuntal Forms' in Wakefield, celebrating its cultural heritage.
Barbara Hepworth Masterpiece Saved for the Nation
A vibrant Barbara Hepworth sculpture, celebrated for its bold use of colour, has been secured for public display in the UK after a successful fundraising campaign.
True Story Behind 'Work of Art' Film Revealed
Discover the chilling true events that inspired the gripping film 'Work of Art', delving into the dark world of art theft and deception.
Adam Kay and Goldfrapp in Aubrey Levinthal's 'Waeve'
A bizarre yet captivating art installation featuring Adam Kay and Goldfrapp has taken centre stage in Aubrey Levinthal's latest exhibition, 'Waeve'. Discover the surreal blend of music and visual art.
Edinburgh's wintry art & London's surreal toys: Art week
Explore the latest in UK art, from Edinburgh's chilling exhibitions to London's playful surrealist displays. Discover the must-see events of the week.
Kay Dunbar, Affordable Art Fair pioneer, dies
Remembering Kay Dunbar, the co-founder of the Affordable Art Fair, whose passion for democratising art left an indelible mark on the creative world.
Chris Ofili Painting to Auction for First Time – £15m Estimate
A striking painting by Turner Prize-winning artist Chris Ofili is set to go under the hammer for the first time, with expectations soaring up to £15 million.
Anne Geddes on her iconic baby-in-a-flowerpot photo
Legendary photographer Anne Geddes shares the charming and unexpected inspiration behind her famous baby-in-a-flowerpot image that captured hearts worldwide.
FBI recovers stolen Spanish artefacts in Mexico
The FBI has successfully retrieved 17th-century Spanish religious artefacts stolen from a church in Spain and smuggled into Mexico, marking a significant victory in international cultural heritage protection.
Ways of Knowing: A mesmerising Edinburgh Fringe show
Discover the captivating performance of 'Ways of Knowing' at Underbelly Cowgate, blending mythology, science, and personal narratives into a spellbinding theatrical experience.
NYC Exhibit: Where Music Meets Visual Art
A groundbreaking exhibition in New York merges music and visual art, showcasing how legendary songs have inspired artists across generations. Discover the harmony between sound and canvas.
Peter Smith: Visionary Sculptor Dies at 78
A tribute to Peter Smith, the celebrated British sculptor whose innovative works left an indelible mark on contemporary art.
Deaf resistance poetry wows theatre audiences
A groundbreaking theatre production adapts poetry of Deaf resistance, sparking debates on ethics and artistic interpretation in performance arts.
Ghana's fantasy coffins: Fish, teapots & pineapples
Discover Ghana's vibrant fantasy coffin tradition, where the deceased are laid to rest in extraordinary handcrafted designs, from fish to teapots and pineapples.
I’m Ready to Talk Now: A Riveting Edinburgh Fringe Show
A powerful and deeply personal one-woman show at Edinburgh’s Traverse Theatre explores trauma, healing, and the courage to speak out.
Feinstein's lavish antiques collection heads to auction
The late Senator Dianne Feinstein's exquisite collection of antiques and fine art is set to go under the hammer, offering a rare look into her sophisticated and opulent lifestyle.
Geneva artist’s DNA portraits spark ethics debate in Paris
A provocative exhibition in Paris features portraits created using strangers' DNA, raising ethical questions about privacy and art.
Tom Gauld's hilarious holiday cartoon
Renowned cartoonist Tom Gauld captures the bittersweet reality of holiday expectations versus reality in his latest witty illustration. A must-read for anyone who's ever dreamed of the perfect getaway.
Bogotá church's Instagram-like 'God's eye' sparks debate
A church in Bogotá has ignited debate after unveiling a modern sculpture resembling the Instagram logo, claiming it represents 'the eye of God watching over humanity'.
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