“The Red Studio” is a landmark in the centuries-old tradition of studio paintings and a fundamental work of modern art. Find out more here.
The history of contemporary art is punctuated by figures who left an indelible mark, transforming the artistic panorama with their unique vision and exceptional talent. Among these luminaries, Joan stands out Hernández Pijuan, a master of simplicity and expression, whose works continue to captivate and inspire to this day. Find out more here.
The mystery related to the landscape background of Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa" has been solved. Now, a geologist and historian of Renaissance art believes she has finally solved the mystery of one of the world's most famous paintings. Ann Pizzorusso combined her two areas of expertise to suggest that Leonardo painted several recognizable features of Lecco on the shores of Lake Como in the Lombardy region of northern Italy. Find out more here.
In this article, we will unravel the mysteries behind the monumental and abstract sculptures of Eduardo Chillida, delving into the depths of his life, technique and influence on contemporary art. From the Basque origins that shaped his artistic sensibility to the technical innovation that led him to explore new materials, every aspect of his artistic career is a testament to his creative genius.
Why do we never talk about another Matisse? Marguerite spent much of her life cataloging her father's work and collaborating with students of his work. Find out more here.
A painting that nearly sold at auction three years ago for $1,600 has been revealed to be a lost masterpiece by Italian Baroque painter Michelangelo Merisi from Caravaggio.
Two women were arrested by French police last week at the Pompidou-Metz Center after attacking Gustave Courbet's “The Origin of the World” (1866) by spray-painting it with the words “Me Too.” Find out more here.
This summer, the online short-term rental platform is offering a stay in the Musée d'Orsay's clock room, remodeled by French designer Mathieu Lehanneur. Find out more here.
Artist Frank Stella, who redirected the course of avant-garde art in the 1950s and 1960s with sparse, featureless but indelible abstract paintings, helping to usher in the style that came to be known as Minimalism, died Saturday at age 87. Find out more here.
John Cage's 1952 work, 4′33″, has been a landmark for artists, composers and thinkers from all walks of life, spawning conceptual works, experimental gestures and even an iPhone app. But, even with almost everyone agreeing on its importance, misunderstandings about the work proliferate. Find out more here.
The Kardashians are known for their famous reality show but also for their luxurious lifestyle. As such, it is no surprise that their homes are decorated with the best of art. It's true the Kardashians love art and tend to decorate their homes with pieces by Pop artists such as Andy Warhol, Richard Prince and Jeff Koons. A little ironic, since this artistic movement tends to criticize the massification of popular capitalist culture and the aesthetics of the masses through brand symbols, celebrities or other popular elements. In this article, we're going to explore the Kardashians' homes and find out what pieces of art each house offers.
The Louvre Museum is hosting a sports program ahead of the Olympics. Find out more here.
Jay-Z, the iconic rapper whose name resonates across charts and pop culture, has been a protagonist not only on stage but also in art galleries and collecting circles. Find out more here.
The painting "The Italian Version of Popeye has no Pork in his Diet" by Basquiat goes to Christie's 21st century art evening auction. Find out more here.