Category : Arts


Edith Pritchett's Venn Diagrams Decode Modern Life

Explore Edith Pritchett's brilliant Venn diagrams that capture the absurdities of contemporary British life, from fashion dilemmas to political contradictions. Discover your place in these witty illustrations.

UK places export bar on unique £280k Hindu paintings

A unique series of 200-year-old Hindu paintings, valued at £280,000, has been blocked from leaving the UK. The export bar allows time for a UK institution to acquire the culturally significant Devi Mahatmya artworks.

UK imposes export bar on £280k Hindu paintings

A rare 200-year-old set of 56 Hindu paintings, valued at £280,000, has been barred from leaving the UK. The government aims to keep the 'Devi Mahatmya' series for national study and display. Help save this cultural treasure for the nation.

AI Christmas mural removed after backlash

An AI-generated festive mural in Kingston upon Thames, dubbed a 'Lovecraftian horror', has been removed following public outcry and online ridicule. Discover the full story.

Frida Kahlo portrait sells for record £41.8m

A rare Frida Kahlo self-portrait, 'El sueño (La cama)', has sold for £41.8m at Sotheby's, breaking the auction record for female artists. Discover the story behind this historic sale.

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.

Sarah Lucas and Maggi Hambling Exhibition Review

Explore the provocative joint exhibition of YBA Sarah Lucas and painter Maggi Hambling at Sadie Coles HQ, London. Discover a world of feminist satire and raw artistic energy. See it before 24 January!

Ronnie Wood's Surprising Turner Art Critique on BBC

Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood delivered an eloquent critique of J.M.W. Turner's work on BBC2's documentary about the artist's secret sketchbooks. Discover the untold story of Turner's turbulent life and artistic legacy.

Photographer's Eureka moment in Northern California

Discover how Curran Hatleberg's transformative residency in Eureka produced his acclaimed Lost Coast photography series, capturing rare moments of beauty in America's rugged northwest. Explore the story behind the lens.

Klimt portrait sells for £179.7m at Sotheby's auction

Gustav Klimt's 'Portrait of Elisabeth Lederer' has sold for a staggering £179.7m at Sotheby's, becoming the second most expensive artwork ever sold at auction. Discover the story behind this record-breaking sale.

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