Archaeology & History Aha! Here Are 15 of the Most Surprising Archaeological Finds of 2024 These finds include everything from Peruvian geoglyphs to Roman statuary. By Sofia Hallström, 3 days ago
People Lucy Lippard on Conceptual Art, Feminism’s Big Bang, and Other Lessons From a Radical Life We spoke to the legendary critic on the Art Angle podcast. By Ben Davis, 3 days ago
Gallery Network Diriyah Art Futures—An Expansive New Media Institute—Opens In Saudi Arabia The Middle East’s first new media art hub is officially open. By Artnet Gallery Network, 3 days ago
Archaeology & History Rare Portrait of the Last Byzantine Emperor Unearthed in Stunning Greek Find The image of Constantine XI Palaiologos was probably painted from life. By Verity Babbs, Dec 18, 2024
Artists Artist Meghann Stephenson Sends an Elegant World Crashing Down In her New York solo debut, "Swan Dive," the painter's sophisticated vignettes are on the cusp of calamity. By Katie White, Dec 18, 2024
Collectibles Historic Book Collection From William Morris’s Printing Press Dazzles at Auction A complete collection of Kelmscott Press volumes sold out at Bonhams. By Richard Whiddington, Dec 18, 2024
Art World Artnet’s ‘Art Detective’ Katya Kazakina Lands a Newswomen’s Club of New York Award—Again! A series of three taboo-smashing reports on the art market carried the day. By Brian Boucher, Dec 18, 2024
Pop Culture Charli XCX Joins the Star-Studded Cast of Art World Comedy ‘The Gallerist’ The dark thriller also stars Jenna Ortega and Natalie Portman, who was last seen at Art Basel Paris, apparently doing research. By Jo Lawson-Tancred, Dec 18, 2024
Artists 2024 Was a Monumental Year for Lauren Halsey Lauren Halsey’s singular South Central-L.A. utopian vision (infused with a healthy dose of ancient Egypt) found global recognition through major exhibitions and landmark projects. By Journey Streams, Dec 18, 2024
Collectibles These Five Trailblazing American Women Are Being Honored on Quarters in 2025 The American Women Quarters program has been honoring historic women each year since 2022. By Sarah Cascone, Dec 18, 2024
Archaeology & History Westminster Abbey Reveals Surprising Connection to First Holy Roman Emperor A Medieval silk bag that once held Henry III's seal has connections to Charlemagne's burial shroud. By Richard Whiddington, Dec 18, 2024
Art World Naomi Beckwith Will Lead the Next Edition of Documenta The deputy director and chief curator of the Guggenheim Museum will steer the 16th edition of the quinquennial exhibition. By Kate Brown, Dec 18, 2024
Artists 5 Art Phenoms Who Turned 2024 Upside Down From Lucy Bull to George Rouy, these are the artists who made it big this year. By Katie White, Dec 18, 2024
Gallery Network 7 Questions for Ji Dachun on Creating the Conditions for a ‘Perfect Picture’ The artist's solo show opens at Aye Gallery in Beijing later this month—and he lets us know what's in store. By Artnet Gallery Network, Dec 18, 2024
Gallery Network In Boca Raton, the Splendor of Spain’s Golden Age is Brought to Life At the Boca Raton Museum of Art, visitors can explore the opulent world of Baroque Spain and its empire. By Artnet Gallery Network, Dec 18, 2024