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Museum receives a whopping $75 million donation from two art-loving husbands - Queerty

The Art Institute of Chicago received a record donation of $75 million for a new building to enhance its art collection display.

It's One Banana, Michael. What Could It Cost? $6.2 Million?

The sale of a banana taped to a wall for $6.2 million exemplifies the absurdity in the valuation of modern art.

October Book Bag: from a publication about money in art to tales of London art market rogues

Artists engage with money's complexities through their art, addressing its various implications.
Meredith Monk has made significant contributions to interdisciplinary performance art.
"The Portrait Girl" merges art history with a gripping narrative.

india mahdavi to revive historic post office as inclusive PoMo art museum in trondheim

PoMo Museum in Trondheim will feature modern and contemporary art, opening February 2025 with a focus on community engagement and international collaboration.

Discover Iconic Pop Art at Carlton Fine Arts in New York City | stupidDOPE

Carlton Fine Arts in NYC is a premier destination for art lovers featuring works of Modern Masters and Pop Art.

London's new Instagram-friendly 'museum experience' opens-with works by Koons, Basquiat and Murakami

Moco Museum London, catering to 18-35 year olds, opened its doors in the heart of London, showcasing modern and contemporary art.

Museum receives a whopping $75 million donation from two art-loving husbands - Queerty

The Art Institute of Chicago received a record donation of $75 million for a new building to enhance its art collection display.

It's One Banana, Michael. What Could It Cost? $6.2 Million?

The sale of a banana taped to a wall for $6.2 million exemplifies the absurdity in the valuation of modern art.

October Book Bag: from a publication about money in art to tales of London art market rogues

Artists engage with money's complexities through their art, addressing its various implications.
Meredith Monk has made significant contributions to interdisciplinary performance art.
"The Portrait Girl" merges art history with a gripping narrative.

india mahdavi to revive historic post office as inclusive PoMo art museum in trondheim

PoMo Museum in Trondheim will feature modern and contemporary art, opening February 2025 with a focus on community engagement and international collaboration.

Discover Iconic Pop Art at Carlton Fine Arts in New York City | stupidDOPE

Carlton Fine Arts in NYC is a premier destination for art lovers featuring works of Modern Masters and Pop Art.

London's new Instagram-friendly 'museum experience' opens-with works by Koons, Basquiat and Murakami

Moco Museum London, catering to 18-35 year olds, opened its doors in the heart of London, showcasing modern and contemporary art.
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Sotheby's New York delivers white glove auction of Sydell Miller collection but patchy Modern evening sale

Sotheby's November auction experienced lower results despite strong individual sales, signaling a mixed market for high-value art.
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He painted with a fury for life' how Frank Auerbach put lust and sorrow into every brushstroke

Frank Auerbach's art powerfully reflects his history of loss and trauma, illustrating the struggle between life and grief through his work.

Centro de Arte Moderna Gulbenkian / Kengo Kuma & Associates + OODA + VDLA

Kengo Kuma's transformation of CAM-Centro de Arte Moderna Gulbenkian emphasizes connectivity with the landscape and modern artistic expression, set to reopen in September 2024.

Kevin Klamminger's Promethean Approach Brings Mythical Mayhem to Unit Gallery | stupidDOPE

Kevin Klamminger's 'Promethean Approach' explores the chaotic interplay of the conscious and unconscious mind through vibrant, symbolic artworks.

A Journalist Dives Behind the Scenes of the Art World

The book explores the question of what makes art art and why it matters.
Bosker embeds herself in New York City's art scene to try to understand and explain it to a wider audience.

He painted with a fury for life' how Frank Auerbach put lust and sorrow into every brushstroke

Frank Auerbach's art powerfully reflects his history of loss and trauma, illustrating the struggle between life and grief through his work.

Centro de Arte Moderna Gulbenkian / Kengo Kuma & Associates + OODA + VDLA

Kengo Kuma's transformation of CAM-Centro de Arte Moderna Gulbenkian emphasizes connectivity with the landscape and modern artistic expression, set to reopen in September 2024.

Kevin Klamminger's Promethean Approach Brings Mythical Mayhem to Unit Gallery | stupidDOPE

Kevin Klamminger's 'Promethean Approach' explores the chaotic interplay of the conscious and unconscious mind through vibrant, symbolic artworks.

A Journalist Dives Behind the Scenes of the Art World

The book explores the question of what makes art art and why it matters.
Bosker embeds herself in New York City's art scene to try to understand and explain it to a wider audience.
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Bollywood and billionaires: Art Mumbai opens expanded second edition

Art Mumbai capitalizes on Mumbai's wealth and Bollywood to attract art collectors and enhance its status.
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BWAC Announces Its First Art Exhibitions for the Fall Season

BWAC's September shows highlight diversity and heritage in art, featuring a historical reboot and opportunities for previously rejected artists.

November's must-see exhibitions: Leonardo, Orphism and a beautiful exploration of 14th-century Siena

November 2023 features significant exhibitions exploring the depths of under-recognized artists and movements in art, catering to diverse interests in various locations.

Monet in London, Matisse in Basel, Frankenthaler in Florence - podcast

Three major international art exhibitions featuring Monet, Matisse, and Frankenthaler opened this week, showcasing their unique perspectives and contributions to art.

BWAC Announces Its First Art Exhibitions for the Fall Season

BWAC's September shows highlight diversity and heritage in art, featuring a historical reboot and opportunities for previously rejected artists.

November's must-see exhibitions: Leonardo, Orphism and a beautiful exploration of 14th-century Siena

November 2023 features significant exhibitions exploring the depths of under-recognized artists and movements in art, catering to diverse interests in various locations.

Monet in London, Matisse in Basel, Frankenthaler in Florence - podcast

Three major international art exhibitions featuring Monet, Matisse, and Frankenthaler opened this week, showcasing their unique perspectives and contributions to art.
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The Nazis hated the Bauhaus. Now the AfD is picking a fight with its legacy too | Katja Hoyer

The far-right's aversion to modern art reflects a deeper fear of losing cultural identity, reminiscent of historical Nazi attitudes toward movements like Bauhaus.

Medicom and MoMA Drop Vibrant New BE@RBRICK Audio Speaker with Audiophile Sound | stupidDOPE

Medicom's BE@RBRICK Audio speaker is a unique blend of art and technology, offering immersive sound and striking design.
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Sunflowers Reunited: A fresh look at Van Gogh's masterpieces at the National Gallery

The Van Gogh exhibition emphasizes his creativity over suffering, showcasing how he channeled emotions into art during his final two years.

A free exhibition of Damien Hirst's newest paintings has opened in London

Damien Hirst's new exhibition features vibrant paintings symbolizing hope, offering light relief from contemporary challenges.

Motion Studies: Alexander Calder's Art and Legacy

The exhibit "Calder: at home, among friends" offers a personal look at Alexander Calder's relationships and art, focusing on familial connections.

The Guardian view on the new Van Gogh show: a chance to fully see Vincent | Editorial

The National Gallery's Van Gogh exhibition marks a historic celebration of the artist's brilliance, showcasing works from his prolific Arles period.

EDEN Gallery Presents "Timeless Inspirations: Classical Roots in Modern Art" in London | stupidDOPE

The "Timeless Inspirations" exhibition at EDEN Gallery London showcases the blend of classical artistry with modern expression through renowned contemporary artists.
The event highlights how modern artists draw from the past, reshaping traditional inspirations into contemporary art forms.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Eleanor Swordy Says "Message Received"

Eleanor Swordy's exhibition explores the dynamic between artistic intention and physical expression through innovative use of form and color.

Sunflowers Reunited: A fresh look at Van Gogh's masterpieces at the National Gallery

The Van Gogh exhibition emphasizes his creativity over suffering, showcasing how he channeled emotions into art during his final two years.

A free exhibition of Damien Hirst's newest paintings has opened in London

Damien Hirst's new exhibition features vibrant paintings symbolizing hope, offering light relief from contemporary challenges.

Motion Studies: Alexander Calder's Art and Legacy

The exhibit "Calder: at home, among friends" offers a personal look at Alexander Calder's relationships and art, focusing on familial connections.

The Guardian view on the new Van Gogh show: a chance to fully see Vincent | Editorial

The National Gallery's Van Gogh exhibition marks a historic celebration of the artist's brilliance, showcasing works from his prolific Arles period.

EDEN Gallery Presents "Timeless Inspirations: Classical Roots in Modern Art" in London | stupidDOPE

The "Timeless Inspirations" exhibition at EDEN Gallery London showcases the blend of classical artistry with modern expression through renowned contemporary artists.
The event highlights how modern artists draw from the past, reshaping traditional inspirations into contemporary art forms.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Eleanor Swordy Says "Message Received"

Eleanor Swordy's exhibition explores the dynamic between artistic intention and physical expression through innovative use of form and color.
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MFA Boston gets $25m gift to renovate galleries and add staff

MFA Boston receives $25 million from the Wyss Foundation for major renovations, adding galleries and staff.

How OBJEKTE UNSERER TAGE Does Modern Design

OUT's Autumn 2024 collection features eclectic, comfortable furniture quintessential for modern, self-determined living, balancing bold designs with practical functionality.
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Via Munch, Van Gogh and Durer, this Helsinki exhibition captures the enduring power of the Gothic imagination

Gothic influences pervade modern culture, evident in art and media, reflecting a continuous dialogue with the Medieval past.

Independent 20th Century was built to counteract the hype cycle. The trade's downturn is its biggest test

Independent 20th Century serves as a unique antidote to current art market dynamics, focusing on meaningful art amidst economic caution.

Via Munch, Van Gogh and Durer, this Helsinki exhibition captures the enduring power of the Gothic imagination

Gothic influences pervade modern culture, evident in art and media, reflecting a continuous dialogue with the Medieval past.

Independent 20th Century was built to counteract the hype cycle. The trade's downturn is its biggest test

Independent 20th Century serves as a unique antidote to current art market dynamics, focusing on meaningful art amidst economic caution.
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Fondation Maeght Extension / Silvio d'Ascia Architecture

The Fondation Maeght is expanding its exhibition space with four new rooms, enhancing its role in modern art for its 60th anniversary.
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How Marcel Duchamp Signed a Urinal in 1917 & Redefined Art

Marcel Duchamp's art challenges traditional views on aesthetics and defines what art can be, emphasizing everyday objects and concepts like chance.

How Henri Matisse Scandalized the Art Establishment with His Daring Use of Color

Matisse's use of color in fauvism revolutionized art, prioritizing subjective emotion over objective representation.

Why Jackson Pollock Owed Everything to Claude Monet

Monet was initially overlooked in the history of modern art despite his significant contributions, only gaining recognition later for his innovative vision.

Juxtapoz Magazine - "The Impressionists Were No Different from Street Artists Spray-Painting Graffiti on a Wall": An Interview with Alex Face

Impressionism revolutionized art by embracing new techniques and a vibrant depiction of modern life, impacting artists for generations.

Review | The Hirshhorn took its modern art treasures out of the vault. It's a joy.

Despite not following the traditional museum model, the Hirshhorn Museum has a significant art collection.
The museum's 50th anniversary exhibition showcases a diverse range of modern artworks from its collection.

How Marcel Duchamp Signed a Urinal in 1917 & Redefined Art

Marcel Duchamp's art challenges traditional views on aesthetics and defines what art can be, emphasizing everyday objects and concepts like chance.

How Henri Matisse Scandalized the Art Establishment with His Daring Use of Color

Matisse's use of color in fauvism revolutionized art, prioritizing subjective emotion over objective representation.

Why Jackson Pollock Owed Everything to Claude Monet

Monet was initially overlooked in the history of modern art despite his significant contributions, only gaining recognition later for his innovative vision.

Juxtapoz Magazine - "The Impressionists Were No Different from Street Artists Spray-Painting Graffiti on a Wall": An Interview with Alex Face

Impressionism revolutionized art by embracing new techniques and a vibrant depiction of modern life, impacting artists for generations.

Review | The Hirshhorn took its modern art treasures out of the vault. It's a joy.

Despite not following the traditional museum model, the Hirshhorn Museum has a significant art collection.
The museum's 50th anniversary exhibition showcases a diverse range of modern artworks from its collection.
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Milan's Pinacoteca di Brera rebrands as launch of new modern art space nears

Grande Brera rebranding positions Milan's Pinacoteca di Brera as a comprehensive arts complex featuring modern art and collaborative institutions.

The Secret London Guide To Tate Modern

Tate Modern is a popular art gallery in London with a focus on modern art.
Tate Modern houses modern art dating back to 1900 in different buildings within its premises.

Milan's Pinacoteca di Brera rebrands as launch of new modern art space nears

Grande Brera rebranding positions Milan's Pinacoteca di Brera as a comprehensive arts complex featuring modern art and collaborative institutions.

The Secret London Guide To Tate Modern

Tate Modern is a popular art gallery in London with a focus on modern art.
Tate Modern houses modern art dating back to 1900 in different buildings within its premises.
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Absolutely hideous': new London sculpture of Oscar Wilde condemned by his grandson

Oscar Wilde's grandson condemned a new sculpture of the playwright as hideous, arguing it misrepresents his legacy and promotes a somber view of his life.

Georgia O'Keeffe's "My New Yorks" Takes Center Stage at the Art Institute of Chicago | stupidDOPE

O'Keeffe's New York paintings are a vital exploration of urban life, showcasing her early vision and challenging gender norms in art.

FRANK STELLA (1936-2024)

Frank Stella revolutionized modern painting with his unique style blending abstraction and physicality, redefining contemporary art's boundaries.

We Celebrated the Future of Hip-Hop at Art Basel Miami

Art Basel Miami 2022 highlighted the fusion of hip-hop and modern art through engaging performances and unique cultural experiences.
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Fierce women in art: The enduring legacy of Frida Kahlo and her modern interpretations | amNewYork

Frida Kahlo's art exemplifies self-portraiture as an exploration of identity and resilience, challenging societal norms and traditional femininity.

casa cipriani milano's in-house exhibition weaves together historical and modern artists

Arte a Casa at Casa Cipriani Milano blends historical and modern art, showcasing 29 artists in elegant spaces.

Who Wins and Who Loses When We Share a Meme

Social media reshapes art spectatorship; sharing art online could enhance experience rather than diminish it.

How Constantin Brancusi shaped the course of sculpture in the 20th century

Brâncuși's direct carving technique reshaped 20th-century sculpture.
His legacy transcends Modern art movements, influencing generations of artists.

Hirshhorn Celebrates 50 Years With a Vast New Exhibit - Washingtonian

Exhibit celebrates 50 years of Hirshhorn with 100 years of modern art
Showcases artworks from over 100 artists including Georgia O'Keeffe, Picasso, and Pollock
Chronicles a century of artistic change, focusing on Abstraction movements

Juxtapoz Magazine - Guillaume Ollivier Explores the Fantasy of "Cheap Thrills & Tons of Smoke for Maximum Joy"

Ollivier's art celebrates excess and interconnectedness in modern life.
His work prompts a dialogue between artificial and natural realms.

Rome isn't all ruins check out its breathtaking contemporary art and design, too

Rome's major tourist sites are overrated and crowded
There is more to Rome than just ancient ruins and Renaissance sculptures

'Gangbusters' domestic economy sees prices rise at India Art Fair

The Indian economy is booming, which is positively impacting the art market at India Art Fair.
Sales of Modern art, especially by well-known artists, are driving the record-breaking auction turnover in India.

Piece Together Your Own Wall Art With the LEGO Modern Art Set

The LEGO Modern Art building set is a 805-piece set that encourages creativity and allows people to piece together whatever comes to mind.
The set includes a hanger element to display the completed creation.

The Smithsonian's Hirshhorn Museum acquired more than 80 works over the past year

The Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden has acquired over 80 artworks in the past year.
The acquisitions include works by artists such as Cindy Sherman, Dawoud Bey, and Guadalupe Maravilla.
The museum is expanding its permanent collection to reflect the transnational narrative of modern and contemporary art history.

'Mind-boggling' - The funniest tourist reviews of the Tate Modern Gallery

Not everyone enjoys the modern art at the Tate Modern Gallery, with some finding it pretentious, dull, and lacking the 'wow factor'.

Our 'CREATION' Digital Edition Has Landed! | Man of Many

Exploration of creativity in various forms and celebrating artists who redefine the modern age.

antti lovag's iconic maison bernard from the 1970s hosts genius loci exhibition

Genius Loci Maison Bernard exhibition merges modern art with iconic organic architecture.

A Vibrant Krakow Apartment Filled With Playful, Pastel Hues

The apartment in Krakow showcases a mix of vibrant aesthetics, modern art, and terrazzo elements that beautifully complement the pastel hues for a playful yet sophisticated space.
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