When we think of classical Greek marble sculptures, we often imagine them as they appear today – crisp and pristine white structures standing tall in museums and galleries worldwide. However, a recent study published in the journal “Antiquity” has shed light on…
The art world has a peculiar habit of blending the mundane with the magnificent, challenging our perceptions and eliciting strong emotional reactions. At this year’s 20th annual installment of Frieze, London’s renowned art fair, artists pushed boundaries, showcasing some of the most…
Leonardo da Vinci, known for his myriad contributions from paintings to inventions, now adds another feather to his cap: an innovative chemist. Recent research reveals that da Vinci was more experimental in painting his magnum opus, the “Mona Lisa,” than anyone ever…
The world-famous Moomin characters have captured the hearts of many, but their creator, Finnish artist Tove Jansson, remains an enigma to most. A groundbreaking exhibition in Paris delves into Jansson’s life, revealing her as the creator of the beloved Moomins and as…
In the heart of southern Spain, researchers have made a stunning discovery: the oldest shoes ever identified in Europe. These relics from the past, along with other fascinating artifacts, are shedding light on the lives and customs of prehistoric communities and challenging…
The shadows of World War II loom large, not only in our memories but also in our cultural and artistic heritage. For Claire Gimpel, a 70-year-old Jewish woman living in Paris, these shadows emerged as a harrowing journey to reclaim her grandfather’s…
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…