A pair of basketball shoes once worn by the legendary Michael Jordan fetched an astounding $2.2 million (£1.7 million) at a Sotheby’s auction, establishing a new record for the most expensive footwear ever sold. The signed sneakers, which Sotheby’s had anticipated would…
The Voloshyn Gallery in Kyiv showcases pieces from two up-and-coming Ukrainian artists at Expo Chicago Since Russia initiated its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Max and Julia Voloshyn, the married duo behind Kyiv’s Voloshyn Gallery, have relentlessly persevered in exile and…
A team of archaeologists in the United Arab Emirates announced the discovery of what is believed to be the oldest pearling town in the Persian Gulf, located on Sinniyah Island just east of the Umm al-Quwain emirate. Spanning 12 hectares (30 acres),…
Eight sculptures by British artist Bill Woodrow were removed from a recent auction at London’s Roseberys auction house after concerns were raised about the low estimated prices, which could have been detrimental to Woodrow’s career. The pieces were part of 40 works…
A revered painting of a Welsh castle, created by one of the United Kingdom’s most distinguished artists, is set to return to Chepstow. In 1794, when he was only 19, JMW Turner crafted a watercolour depicting Chepstow Castle perched above the River…
Many previously unrevealed historical masterpieces featuring a Michelangelo creation will soon be displayed. The Harley Foundation in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, plans to unveil the Portland Collection to the public at Welbeck Abbey. The Cavendish family has amassed the collection over several centuries. Among…
Wollaton Hall in Nottingham is set to display some of the tiniest sculptures ever made during the Disappearing World exhibition, which will run from April to October. The exhibition, featuring 20 micro-sculptures by artist Dr. Willard Wigan, aims to raise awareness of…