Special edition works by Simone Leigh to benefit Color Of Change and the fight against racial injustice
Since George Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police at the end of May, people and organisations in the US and elsewhere have been speaking up and doing more for the […]
Howard University sues South Carolina couple over work by Charles White
Works by Charles White, a renowned African-American artist, have experienced somewhat of a renaissance in recent years as more and more collectors and museums have taken interest. The late artist’s […]
Report predicts “cultural catastrophe” in UK as creative industries stand to lose £74 billion in wake of pandemic
As the UK moves forward in relaxing lockdown parameters, museums, galleries, and other arts and cultural organisations are anxious to have foot traffic once again. However, the anticipation of normalcy […]
Christie’s removes illicitly trafficked antiquities from sale, archaeologist questions their due diligence
Over the past two weeks, Christie’s held seven online auctions as part of their “Classic Week,” which has featured everything from ancient artworks to Old Master painting. One of the […]
Research wraps on Gurlitt trove leaving “very large gray area”
Eight years ago, Bavarian authorities searched the Munich flat of Cornelius Gurlitt looking for evidence of tax evasion. Instead, officers discovered a vast collection of works by artists like Édouard […]
Ai Weiwei creates poignant mask series in response to pandemic to raise money for humanitarian charities
Face masks are a new staple in life. Gone are the days when they were simply a tool used by people in the medical field. Instead, they have cropped up […]
Days after Banksy gifted NHS with painting, someone tried to steal it
Owning a Banksy can be a difficult feat. Purchasing a work by the illusive artist is one thing, but when a Banksy falls into your hands overnight, the path forward […]
