Frida Kahlo painting sells for $54.7m, sets new record
Frida Kahlo's 1940 self-portrait 'El Sueño' sells for $54.7m at Sotheby's, setting a new world record for a female artist. Discover the story behind this iconic painting.
Frida Kahlo's 1940 self-portrait 'El Sueño' sells for $54.7m at Sotheby's, setting a new world record for a female artist. Discover the story behind this iconic painting.
Experience the mesmerising optical art of Bridget Riley at Turner Contemporary, Margate. This review explores how her mastery of colour and perception creates an unforgettable sensory journey. Plan your visit before 4 May.
A controversial AI-generated Christmas mural in Kingston described as 'bonkers' and 'dystopian' has been removed following dozens of complaints from horrified shoppers.
Discover Edwin Austin Abbey's opulent studies for Pennsylvania's Capitol murals at the National Gallery. A stunning display of early 20th-century American soft power through art. Visit before 15 February!
A man has been sentenced for stealing a Banksy print valued at £270,000 to settle drug debts. Discover the full story of this London art theft and its consequences.
Explore Harold Offeh's compelling exhibition at Kettle's Yard Cambridge, where performance art meets social commentary through disco, drag and vulnerability. On until 1 March.
A Gustav Klimt portrait of Elisabeth Lederer has sold for a record-breaking $236.4m at Sotheby's, becoming the most expensive modern artwork ever auctioned. Discover the full story.
A London gallery boss reveals his Fitzrovia space was abandoned after a £270,000 Banksy heist. Discover the security failures and the warning to other art houses.
A Gustav Klimt portrait, once looted by the Nazis, has sold for $236.4m at Sotheby's, becoming the second most expensive artwork ever sold at auction. Discover the story behind this masterpiece.
The Louvre Museum closes its Campana gallery due to critical structural weaknesses, weeks after a multi-million pound jewel heist. Discover the museum's mounting challenges.
The Louvre Museum closes its Campana Gallery due to structural issues, weeks after a multi-million pound jewel heist. Discover the impact on visitors and renovation plans.
The Louvre Museum shuts its Campana Gallery after an audit reveals structural weaknesses. This comes after a major theft and warnings about the building's condition. Discover the full story.
Discover the Frattini Bivouac, Italy's remote mountain museum accessible only by an eight-hour hike. Explore how this radical project challenges traditional art curation at 2,300 metres altitude.
Celebrating the remarkable life and career of abstract artist Minne Fry, whose work spanned six decades and earned critical acclaim in London and beyond. Discover her artistic journey.
A man who stole a £270,000 Banksy print from a London gallery to pay a drug debt has been sentenced. Discover the full story of the brazen burglary and recovery.
A dramatic heist at the Louvre saw thieves steal priceless French crown jewels worth €88m. Discover how the bungled burglary unfolded and its cinematic parallels.
Discover why gallery visitors photograph artworks and how one visitor's emotional experience at Tate Britain changed his perspective on this controversial practice.
David Shrigley exhibits 10 tonnes of discarded marine rope priced at £1 million in Mayfair gallery. Is this a serious environmental comment or a joke about art market excess? Discover the story behind this provocative installation.
New York's Harlem Studio Museum announces its new permanent location at 242 East 125th Street after controversial relocation plan. Discover the museum's fresh start.
Discover how art improves mental health and productivity. Learn practical tips from Tracey Emin, Ali Smith and Claudia Winkleman to live more creatively every day.
French authorities identify Florian M as prime suspect in Louvre Museum theft, revealing his background as extreme sports enthusiast and bodybuilder in international art crime investigation.
A scathing auditor's report uncovers catastrophic security lapses at the Louvre, detailing how thieves exploited alarm failures and staff shortages in one of Paris's most audacious art thefts.
At 88, David Hockney continues to defy expectations with a stunning collection of never-before-seen paintings in Paris, showcasing his relentless innovation and fascination with digital mediums.
Explore the revolutionary art of Wifredo Lam in MoMA's major retrospective, revealing how the Cuban painter fused modernist innovation with Afro-Caribbean spirituality to challenge colonial narratives.
A former Louvre security guard turned social media influencer stands accused of orchestrating one of the museum's most audacious art thefts, blending digital fame with alleged criminal enterprise.
House of Illustration returns as a major cultural destination in King's Cross, becoming the global epicentre for illustration art with expansive new galleries and community spaces.
A thoughtful new documentary outlines the powerful ethical and cultural arguments for repatriating the Elgin Marbles to Athens, reigniting the centuries-old debate.
The new V&A East museum in Stratford promises to revolutionise the museum experience with diverse collections, digital innovation and community focus designed to captivate younger audiences.
Discover how the National Gallery's groundbreaking exhibition rescues 18th-century master Joseph Wright from obscurity, revealing his stunning play of light and shadow that predated the Romantic movement.
Discover how Nottingham's beloved art gallery defied closure through an extraordinary community takeover, creating a vibrant new model for cultural spaces across the UK.