Pop Culture How TikTok Turned a Hidden Art Historical Gem Into the Hottest Selfie Spot in Rome The jury's still out on whether TikTok fame is harmful or helpful. By Vittoria Benzine, 2 days ago
Art History New Tudor Portrait Discoveries Stir Up Centuries-Old Royal Drama The portraits highlight the complex web of friendships and rivalries that defined Henry VIII's court. By Jo Lawson-Tancred, 2 days ago
Art & Exhibitions Renaissance Rivals Michelangelo, Leonardo, and Raphael Hit London in a Major Museum Show Three titans of Renaissance art are being brought together at the Royal Academy this month. By Verity Babbs, Nov 17, 2024
Art & Exhibitions The Untold Story of Rosemarie Beck, the Abstract Artist Who Gave Up Fame For Figuration "Earthly Paradise," a radiant new exhibition at Van Doren Waxter in New York, shines a light on the life and legacy of Rosemarie Beck. By Katie White, Nov 14, 2024
Gallery Network Max Ernst’s Outsized Impact on Modern Art Is Showcased in This Meticulously Curated Paris Show Presented by Galerie Malingue, "Max Ernst: The Perfection of Chance" revives brings new light to the artist's enduring legacy. By Artnet Gallery Network, Nov 14, 2024
Art World A Ben Enwonwu Bonanza! Two of the Famed Nigerian Artist’s Works Are Discovered Hiding in Plain Sight A sculpture being used as a doorstop and a hidden watercolor came to light within the same week. By Verity Babbs, Nov 13, 2024
Art World Who Was Dora Carrington? Pedro Almodóvar’s New Movie Shines Light on the Forgotten Artist A Bloomsbury artist who defied social norms is getting a fresh look from the art world. By Eileen Kinsella, Nov 12, 2024
Museums & Institutions Landmark Restoration of Rembrandt’s Famed ‘The Night Watch’ Commences Since 2019, the Rijksmuseum's scientists have uncovered all there is to know about the vast 17th-century painting. By Jo Lawson-Tancred, Nov 12, 2024
Art History How Lynda Benglis Shocked the Art World With Her Provocative ‘Artforum’ Ad This edition of "Art Bites" unpacks how "Artforum Advertisement" once sent editors, readers, and feminists into a tizzy. By Vittoria Benzine, Nov 9, 2024
Art World A Royal Tiara That Vanished 60 Years Ago Makes a Stunning Comeback Commissioned by Queen Mary, the tiara channels Art Deco stylings and may be worth $5 million. By Richard Whiddington, Nov 7, 2024
Museums & Institutions Museum Raises $6 Million to Keep Rare Renaissance Painting in the U.K. The rare gem exemplifies the ways in which Fra Angelico introduced Renaissance techniques to medieval art. By Jo Lawson-Tancred, Nov 7, 2024
Art & Exhibitions Picasso’s Art Meets Classical Music at This New Symphony Experience "Picasso Symphony" will pair the Spanish master's life and work with his favorite classical jams. By Richard Whiddington, Nov 6, 2024
Art History How Artists Use Dolls and Stuffed Animals to Toy With Our Emotions Artists like Mike Kelley and Paula Rego have used toys to pry at hidden aspects of human experience. By Emily Steer, Nov 5, 2024
Art History Does Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel Fresco Secretly Allude to a Medical Condition? A team of experts is putting forward a theory derived from the growing field of iconodiagnosis. By Vittoria Benzine, Nov 5, 2024
Art History Is Van Gogh Brat? Here’s Our Guide to Brat Art History "Brat" was just selected at the Collins Dictionary's word of year. It is a vibe. Here are key artworks that exude it. By Verity Babbs, Nov 4, 2024