Jessie Makinson’s Kaleidoscopic Paintings Are Brimming With Art Historical Footnotes

Artists

Jessie Makinson’s Kaleidoscopic Paintings Are Brimming With Art Historical Footnotes

The sought-after British artist walked us through her new solo exhibition 'Bad sleeper' at New York's Lyles & King.

By Katie White, Nov 17, 2023

The Art Angle

How to Look at the Met’s Blockbuster Manet/Degas Show

Artnet's Kate Brown and Ben Davis discuss the revelatory exhibition.

By Artnet News, Nov 16, 2023

Auctions

New Records Highlight a Solid Night at Sotheby’s Contemporary Evening Sale

Amy Sillman, Barkley L. Hendricks, and Barbara Chase-Riboud all achieved new records at auction.

By Raquel Laneri, Nov 16, 2023

Gallery Network

Spotlight: Artist Miguel Ángel Payano Jr. Investigates Materiality Through Color and Identity in a New Solo Show

"Miguel Ángel Payano Jr.: Limbguistics" is on view at Unit London through December 19.

By Artnet Gallery Network, Nov 16, 2023

Auctions

A Psychedelic Mosaic From John Lennon’s Swimming Pool Surfaces at Auction

The work is estimated to fetch up to six figures.

By Artnet News, Nov 16, 2023

Law

Orlando Museum’s Ex-Director Who Was Ousted Over Fake Basquiats Fires Back

In a fiery countersuit, Aaron De Groft insists the forged paintings seized by the FBI are the real deal.

By Sarah Cascone, Nov 16, 2023

News

Venice’s Plan to Restore a Water-Damaged Banksy Mural Rankles Local Artists

The mural is located on the Grand Canal and exposed to waves from passing motorboats.

By Adam Schrader, Nov 16, 2023

Gallery Network

Spotlight: Nigerian Artist Arinze Ekwuide Explores the Myriad Facets of African Culture and History in an Online Solo Show

Presented by TAAG Gallery, "African Echoes: Exploring Identities Through Heritage" sees the artist explore the cultural fabric of Africa.

By Artnet Gallery Network, Nov 16, 2023

Shows & Exhibitions

An Innovative Fashion Exhibition at de Young Museum Will Get an A.R. Boost From Snap

The Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco is the latest institution to partner with the tech company.

By Min Chen, Nov 16, 2023

On View

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Loan Brings Zen Buddhist Masterpieces to the U.S.

The famed ink paintings by Muqi have never left Japan before. Now, they are headed to San Francisco.

By Sarah Cascone, Nov 16, 2023

Law

A French Court Could Clear Laundering Charges Against a Curator in Louvre Investigation

The charges against museum director Jean-Luc Martinez, however, remain and his case continues to move forward toward trial.

By Devorah Lauter, Nov 16, 2023

Artnet News Pro

By the Numbers: A Breakdown of Results From Sotheby’s the Now and Contemporary Evening Sales, November 2023

Get the stats behind the spin.

By Katya Kazakina, Nov 16, 2023

Archaeology

Excavation in Turkey Leads to the Discovery of Ancient Indo-European Language From Kalašma

An excavation conducted at Boğazköy-Hattusha, a UNESCO heritage site in north-central Turkey around present-day Bolu or Gerede, unearthed the cuneiform writing.

By Adam Schrader, Nov 15, 2023

On View

Valentino Collaborates With the Only American Museum Focused on Italian Art for Its New Store

To celebrate its Madison Avenue flagship, Valentino is exhibiting the work of Italian artist Mario Schifano.

By Lee Carter, Nov 15, 2023

Artists

How Did Illusionist Jeanette Andrews Get Her First Museum Show? The Answer Involves C.I.A. Mind Control

The artist and illusionist is presenting new works inspired by magic and espionage in "Smoke and Mirrors" at the Boca Raton Museum in Florida.

By Katie White, Nov 15, 2023