The very essence of art has always been about expressing oneself and challenging existing narratives. In a stark example, the 60th Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival, one of Turkey’s most distinguished film events, was embroiled in a controversy that resulted in its…
The literary realm has yet again been astir with the recent announcement of the 2023 Nobel Prize in literature. Jon Fosse, an eminent figure in prose and plays, has been honoured with this prestigious accolade for his “innovative plays and prose which…
At London’s Somerset House, a photograph captures attention—a poised Black woman in elegant attire juxtaposed against the graffiti, “KEEP BRITAIN WHITE.” This photo, captured by Jamaican-born photographer Neil Kenlock, is just a glimpse into “The Missing Thread, Untold Stories of Black Fashion,”…
A once-undervalued artwork has shocked the art community with its surprising and impressive origins. A painting estimated at a mere $15,000 has since been revealed as a creation by the legendary Dutch master Rembrandt. It is now anticipated to draw bids up…
Artificial intelligence (AI) is surging at a breathtaking pace, but not without its share of controversies. One of the latest involves the Books3 system, a database several tech giants use to train their AI systems. However, a significant oversight in this endeavour…
The Lindemann family, heirs to the fortune of late American pipeline billionaire George Lindemann, have agreed to return 33 looted artifacts to Cambodia. The US Attorney’s Office acknowledged this decision for the Southern District of New York and was warmly received as…
In an exciting revelation for art enthusiasts, the very first painting by the legendary Bob Ross from his cherished PBS show “The Joy of Painting” has been placed on sale. Aptly named “A Walk in the Woods,” the masterpiece embodies all the…
The Enigmatic Charm of Korean ‘Moon Jars’ Valued in Millions Aged, spherical, and imperfect, yet captivating — this is how fans of Korean art portray the “dalhangari” or moon jar. This simple white ceramic has captured the hearts of diverse admirers, from…
The world bids farewell to the iconic Colombian artist Fernando Botero, known for his unmistakable style, accentuating full-bodied figures to deliver influential political commentaries. He was 91. His daughter, Lina Botero, told several Colombian news agencies the sad news. Born April 19,…
When one visualizes iconic pieces like Michelangelo’s “Creation of Adam” or da Vinci’s “The Last Supper,” the prevailing image is dominantly white. This whiteness reflects centuries of European Renaissance traditions that dictated grand tales of human existence. Yet, Afro-Cuban American painter Harmonia…