The Art Detective The Art World Remembers Dealer Brent Sikkema as a ‘Bridge’ and ‘Ambassador’ for Venturesome Artists The New York gallerist, who was murdered earlier this month, was a champion of Latin American art in the United States. By Katya Kazakina, Jan 26, 2024
Wet Paint Larry Gagosian and Anna Weyant Call It Quits, Two Dealers Talk N.Y. vs. L.A., and More Juicy Art World Gossip Plus, which rapper is collaborating with Alex Da Corte for their new album? Which New York museum director suddenly stepped down? By Annie Armstrong, Jan 25, 2024
The Hammer Simon de Pury on How a Facebook Scam Has Shaken His Love for Social Media The veteran auctioneer issues a warning about online fraud in the art world and beyond. By Simon de Pury, Jan 23, 2024
Wet Paint Peter Doig Reunites With Gavin Brown, the Shadiest Mystery Art Finsta, and More Juicy Art World Gossip Plus, what gallery did Brad Pitt bring a date to? Which artist is hiring an intern for “paper dot punching” duties? By Annie Armstrong, Jan 19, 2024
The Art Detective Who Was Up and Who Was Down at the Art Auctions in 2023? A look at how the year's Top 500 artist list stacks up against the past. By Katya Kazakina, Jan 12, 2024
The Art Detective These Are the Worries Haunting a Post-‘Babylonian’ Art Market in 2024 Behind the scenes, there's a recalibration of values going on. By Katya Kazakina, Jan 5, 2024
Wet Paint Did a British Music Collective Rip Off Freeman and Lowe? Sotheby’s Cringey ‘Barbie’ Holiday Party Video, and More Juicy Art World Gossip Plus, what sculptor just had a string of museum acquisitions? What's the current going rate for nude modeling in New York City? By Annie Armstrong, Jan 4, 2024
Wet Paint Brigitte Mulholland Hangs Out a Shingle in Paris, The Most Confusing Gala of the Year, and More Juicy Art World Gossip Plus, who delivered the buzziest Christmas party in the art world this year? Which art world bros have picked up the acoustic guitar? By Annie Armstrong, Dec 21, 2023
The Hammer Simon de Pury on the Year of Picasso and the Enduring ‘Shock and Revelation’ of His Genius The veteran auctioneer looks back on the 50th anniversary of Picasso's death and explains why "All You Need is Pablo." By Simon de Pury, Dec 19, 2023
Wet Paint An Artist Sues a Beloved L.A. Art Supply Store Into Oblivion, The Year’s Most Photographed Artists, and More Juicy Art World Gossip Plus, who was spotted at Gladstone's annual holiday party? What textile artist is catching institutional attention? By Annie Armstrong, Dec 15, 2023
Kenny Schachter Inspector Schachter Uncovers Allegations Regarding the Latest Art World Scandal—And It’s a Doozy Featuring Picassos and Bacons, and even an ex of King Charles, you don't want to miss this one! By Kenny Schachter, Dec 7, 2023
Wet Paint Meet Miami’s Most Buzzed-About Gallerist, A Rap Sheet of This Year’s Beachfront Scene, and More Juicy Art World Gossip Plus, where was Florian Krewer giving tattoos to his fans? What downtown show caught Matthew Barney's eye? By Annie Armstrong, Dec 7, 2023
The Art Detective On Edge Before Miami Basel, the Art World Is Bracing for ‘the Question’ Could a heightened scrutiny of artists' personal beliefs impact the contemporary art market? By Katya Kazakina, Dec 1, 2023
Wet Paint The Art Collector Whose Brother May Be Haunting His Sugarbaby, Plumbing Issues at Hugh Hayden’s L.A. Debut, and More Juicy Art World Gossip Plus, what celebrity appearance made Whitney staff members stifle laughter? Which art dealer/marine conservationist is on the hunt for a new assistant? By Annie Armstrong, Dec 1, 2023
The Hammer Simon de Pury on How the Auction Houses Took the Thrill Out of Their Own Game The veteran auctioneer weighs in on the double-edged sword that is the financial guarantee. By Simon de Pury, Nov 30, 2023
