The Louvre’s New Exhibition Takes a Serious Look at the Jesters of Yore

Art & Exhibitions

The Louvre’s New Exhibition Takes a Serious Look at the Jesters of Yore

The joker is a 'figurative representation of questions troubling society,' that continues to resonate with contemporary viewers.

By Devorah Lauter, Oct 13, 2024

Museums & Institutions

Studio Museum’s Hotly Anticipated New Facility Gets an Opening Date

The redesign gives the influential institution dramatically expanded space and opens up the facade to the neighborhood.

By Anni Irish, Oct 11, 2024

Art & Exhibitions

A Montana Wheat Field—Planted as Conceptual Art—Becomes Community Sustenance

Unlike any other wheat field in the state, a new work by Agnes Denes transforms the crop into an ephemeral installation artwork that invites community engagement.

By Annikka Olsen, Oct 11, 2024

Law & Politics

Art Collective Behind Viral Image of Kamala Harris Sues for Copyright Infringement

The 2020 viral image of Harris and civil rights activist Ruby Bridges draws from a famous Norman Rockwell painting.

By Jo Lawson-Tancred, Oct 11, 2024

Market

$19.8 Million Modern-Contemporary Sale at Phillips London Reveals a Market Treading Water

The total was 17.5 percent below last year's, but Joseph Yaeger popped in his first auction appearance, and a 2005 David Hockney made $4.31 million.

By Colin Gleadell, Oct 10, 2024

Art World

A U.K. Property—With a Bonus Banksy Mural—Hits the Auction Block

The side of the building boasts Banksy's early work, 'Mild Mild West.'

By Anni Irish, Oct 10, 2024

Art & Exhibitions

British Museum’s Splashy New Show on the Silk Road Meets With Controversy

A much-lauded art historian argues that India gets drastically short shrift in the exhibition, which has elsewhere been met with raves.

By Anni Irish, Oct 10, 2024

Market

How London Became a Launch Pad for Africa’s Booming Art Market

An increasing number of firms dedicated to African art are setting up shop in London.

By Vivienne Chow, Oct 10, 2024

Collectibles

An Ultra-Rare Letter Bearing Benjamin Franklin’s Coded Signature Is Up for Sale

The marking may have been a snub at the King of England.

By Tim Brinkhof, Oct 10, 2024

Law & Politics

Nazi-Looted Monet Painting Returned to Jewish Collector’s Heirs

'Bord de Mer' was first identified when it came up for auction in 2021.

By Richard Whiddington, Oct 10, 2024

Art Fairs

Sales Are Slow at Frieze London, But Focus on Fresh Talent Thrills

David Zwirner placed a $2.2 million Lisa Yuskavage, and Lehmann Maupin found a buyer for a painting that Billy Childish made on site.

By Margaret Carrigan, Oct 9, 2024

Art World

The Met’s Next Costume Institute Show Celebrates How Black Men Have Defined Fashion

The exhibition's theme, "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," traces Black dandyism's influence on identity, fashion, and culture, showcasing garments from the 18th century to today.

By Adnan Qiblawi, Oct 9, 2024