Ridley Scott’s ‘Gladiator II’ Just Got Eviscerated by a Historian

Pop Culture

Ridley Scott’s ‘Gladiator II’ Just Got Eviscerated by a Historian

Following her jabs earlier this week, Dr. Shadi Bartsch weighs in on whether historical accuracy matters in Hollywood.

By Vittoria Benzine, Nov 2, 2024

Art & Exhibitions

Egypt’s Pyramids of Giza Are the Breathtaking Backdrop for a New Contemporary Art Installation

'Forever Is Now' is on view at the Pyramids of Giza through November 16.

By Sofia Hallström, Nov 2, 2024

Archaeology & History

The Rise and Fall of a Magnificent Temple to a Greek Goddess

This edition of "Huge!" explores how a grand temple to Artemis fell into a sad ruin.

By Tim Brinkhof, Nov 2, 2024

Art World

Artist Witt Fetter Connects With Cerulean and the Spirit of Paul Thek on an Italian Isle

In her new solo show, the Brooklyn-based painter translates pop culture and modern life in her charming work. For this "Source Material," she recounts her inspiring journey to the island of Ponza.

By Witt Fetter, Nov 1, 2024

Gallery Network

Spotlight: Galerie Thomas’s Autumn Sale Arrays Masterpieces From Modern Abstraction to Art Nouveau

The online exhibition features a diverse range of intriguing and important works by the likes of Max Liebermann and Alphonse Mucha.

By Artnet Gallery Network, Nov 1, 2024

Archaeology & History

Ancient Roman Villa in Germany Yields Fragments of a Large Votive Monument

Excavations at the Hechingen-Stein villa complex have been ongoing since the 1980s.

By Richard Whiddington, Nov 1, 2024

Law & Politics

Police Arrest Suspect in Bungled Warhol Heist

The gallery owner has called the stunt "amateurish."

By Jo Lawson-Tancred, Nov 1, 2024

Law & Politics

Miami Beach Commits Nearly $1 Million to Arts Funding Following DeSantis Cuts

Governor Ron DeSantis eliminated the entirety of the state's art budget.

By Sarah Cascone, Nov 1, 2024

Art World

Is the Vatican’s New Anime-Inspired Mascot a ‘Major PR Victory’ or ‘Deeply Evil’?

The plucky pilgrim named 'Luce' will take the international stage next year at Expo 2025 in Osaka.

By Jo Lawson-Tancred, Nov 1, 2024

Archaeology & History

Greek Researcher Claims Ancient Tunic Scrap Was Alexander the Great’s. Experts Aren’t Convinced

Antonis Bartsiokas's assertions have been met with pushback from Greek archaeologists.

By Richard Whiddington, Nov 1, 2024

Pop Culture

Behind the Noir Stylings of Tyler, the Creator’s ‘Chromakopia’ Album Art

Director of photography Luis Perez opens up about bringing the record's visual aesthetic to life.

By Min Chen, Nov 1, 2024

Law & Politics

Annie Leibovitz and Stephen Shore Are Among 200 Artists Selling Prints to Support Voting Rights

The 2020 fundraiser brought in $1.5 million in just five days.

By Sarah Cascone, Nov 1, 2024

Art & Exhibitions

The Lower East Side Gets a New Gallery. But Don’t Expect a White Cube

The Berlin-founded Cabin Gallery has debuted with an ethereal show spanning continents and centuries, delving into the depths of darkness.

By William Van Meter, Nov 1, 2024

Artists

A Decade Ago, Artist Jenny Morgan Discovered Her Doppelgänger. Now She’s Her Model

Brooklyn artist Jenny Morgan's psychedelic odalisques go on view "No Endings for the Wild" her debut solo exhibition at Anat Ebgi this Friday.

By Katie White, Oct 31, 2024

Artists

Why Another Artist Just Renamed Himself Anish Kapoor

Stuart Semple's eight-year feud over art supplies and exclusivity turns, shall we say, personal.

By Sarah Cascone, Oct 31, 2024