The enigmatic street artist Banksy has officially authenticated a powerful new piece on the walls of London's Royal Courts of Justice, depicting a child using a pressure washer to create a crimson spatter effect, in a classic critique of the justice syste
The anonymous street artist Banksy has claimed a new piece on the wall of the Royal Courts of Justice in London, featuring striking green paint splatters, in a move interpreted as a commentary on the UK justice system.
A mysterious piece of artwork, believed to be by the elusive street artist Banksy, has appeared on the wall of a Grade II-listed crown court, sparking a police investigation and public frenzy.
A stunning art world discovery: two near-identical versions of Vermeer's 'Girl Reading a Letter at an Open Window' have been authenticated. Explore how modern technology and traditional expertise solved a centuries-old mystery and what it reveals about sp
London's Royal Opera House is embroiled in a major controversy after permitting Russian soprano Anna Netrebko to perform, sparking accusations of cultural betrayal and igniting fierce criticism from Ukrainian groups and arts figures.
Exclusive interview with legendary photographer Sally Mann on the enduring legacy of her 'Immediate Family' series, the fierce debates it ignited, and her remarkable transition from visual artist to acclaimed writer.
A priceless 18th-century portrait, stolen by the Nazis during World War II, has been miraculously recovered in Argentina after an 80-year odyssey, marking a major victory for Holocaust restitution efforts.
The iconic Bayeux Tapestry is set for a landmark relocation to the UK under unprecedented security measures. Discover how this 11th-century treasure will be transported and displayed.
A long-lost painting by German Jewish artist Friedrich Adler, stolen by the Nazis in 1938, has been dramatically recovered in Argentina, marking a significant victory for Holocaust restitution efforts.
A newly authenticated 17th-century miniature portrait reveals compelling evidence of a close, possibly romantic relationship between William Shakespeare and his literary patron, the Earl of Southampton. Art experts and historians are re-evaluating the Bar
Argentine authorities have seized a priceless 15th-century Italian painting, stolen by Nazis during WWII, in a dramatic art recovery operation near Buenos Aires.
New scientific analysis suggests the legendary bronze lion guarding Venice's St Mark's Square contains metalwork possibly manufactured in 11th-century China, rewriting art history and trade routes.
A controversial public mural depicting full-frontal nudity in downtown Oakland has ignited a fierce debate about art, public decency, and community standards in the California city.
Photographer Nik Roche's intimate portrait, 'Life from a Caravan Window,' offers a poignant glimpse into a child's quiet world of reflection, earning a coveted spot in the prestigious Taylor Wessing Photographic Portrait Prize exhibition at the National P
A major new exhibition at London's Barbican Centre pits the visceral, political work of Mona Hatoum against the modernist mastery of Alberto Giacometti, creating a stunning dialogue across decades.
The London Museum unveils a pioneering initiative to safeguard Somali cultural heritage for future generations through a unique collecting project and a major 2025 exhibition.
A controversial public mural in Oakland, California, depicting nude figures has ignited a fierce debate about art, censorship, and public decency, with local officials demanding its removal.
Art experts are in a frenzy after a near-perfect copy of a Johannes Vermeer masterpiece was discovered, challenging long-held beliefs about the Dutch Golden Age painter's techniques and existing works.
Comedian Johnny Vegas reveals why he's stepping away from stand-up to pursue his true passion: ceramics. In an exclusive interview, he talks creative hunger, artistic fulfilment, and building a new life from clay.
David Hockney's monumental 90-metre 'Normandy' frieze, a vibrant celebration of the French countryside, is coming to London in a major exhibition. Discover this immersive masterpiece at the Lightroom gallery.
A new petition is calling for the famed Bayeux Tapestry to be displayed in the UK, specifically London, for the first time in its 950-year history, rekindling a long-standing cultural campaign.
Our critic delves into the powerful new production of 'Interview' at Hammersmith's Riverside Studios, exploring its haunting themes of identity and memory in a must-see theatrical experience.
Your essential weekly art digest: David Hockney experiments with AI, Venice Biennale faces protests, a £2m sculpture is stolen, and the V&A's new video game exhibition opens. All the major stories from the global art scene.
A powerful new musical, 'The Black Power Desk', premieres at Brixton House, dramatising the true story of the Mangrove Nine and the clandestine police unit that spied on Black activists in 1970s London.
Step back into the swinging sixties and seventies with a stunning gallery of David Bailey's most iconic portraits. Featuring Michael Caine, David Bowie, and more cultural icons, captured through the lens of Britain's most legendary photographer.
The Royal Opera House sparks fury by reinstating Russian soprano Anna Netrebko, a known Putin associate, despite her refusal to denounce the invasion of Ukraine, raising serious ethical questions for UK arts institutions.
Explore the mesmerising shortlist for the prestigious £100,000 Hadley's Art Prize 2025. Discover groundbreaking contemporary works from Britain's most talented artists in this exclusive gallery showcase.
Australia mourns the loss of legendary landscape artist William Robinson, celebrated Archibald Prize winner and master of Queensland's breathtaking scenery, who passed away peacefully at 89.
A powerful new argument emerges in the UK's statue wars: removal isn't historical erasure, but a profound engagement with our complex past. Discover why historians and activists say confronting controversial legacies is essential for an honest national na
A long-lost Marc Chagall painting, stolen by the Nazis in 1940, has been formally returned to the artist's heirs in a poignant ceremony at a Manhattan museum, closing a chapter on an eight-decade quest for justice.