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🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

The incredible story of the Picasso painting that no one can see because it is hidden in Iran

A priceless Picasso painting, 'The Painter and His Model', is at risk of being permanently unseen due to the ongoing war in Iran, as it is stored in a Tehran basement.

Mar 22 • 09:37 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Artist Johans Valters. A Story About Landscape on World Water Day

The article highlights a project encouraging creative expression on World Water Day, featuring the work of artist Johans Valters and promoting community participation.

Mar 22 • 09:15 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

TODAY IN HISTORY ⟩ Famous ENSV art ensembles were established in Jaroslavl

In 1942, during World War II, the Estonian SSR State Art Ensembles were formed in Jaroslavl to serve the Soviet military and support units.

Mar 22 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Adrián Villar Rojas and the End of Imagination: 'They Hacked Our Reality. No One Can Say What the World Will Be Like in Five Years'

World-renowned artist Adrián Villar Rojas discusses the challenges of imagination and reality during an interview for the book launch of 'Momentum', which focuses on art and ecology from a Latin American perspective.

Mar 21 • 21:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

World Poetry Day is celebrated in museums, bars, cultural centers, and pulperías

World Poetry Day is celebrated across various venues in Argentina, aiming to promote linguistic diversity and the art of poetry.

Mar 21 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Due to the Iran War: Art Dubai Postponed

The Art Dubai fair has been postponed due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, impacting the regional art market and signaling uncertainty.

Mar 20 • 12:38 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
Life & Tech

God is a Pickle. A Czech Woman Published a Book on Pickling in 150 Countries of the World

A Czech author has released a book exploring the art of pickling, featuring recipes and traditions from 150 different countries.

Mar 20 • 11:40 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Film List Week 12: Swedish 'Mecenaten' Examines the Art World

The article discusses the film 'Mecenaten' and its examination of the art world alongside other notable films currently in theaters.

Mar 20 • 08:06 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
World

The world is not ready to oppose either Russia or the Venice Biennale. A conversation with art theorist Kaspars Vanags

The article discusses the controversy surrounding Russia's participation in the Venice Biennale amidst the Ukraine war, featuring insights from art theorist Kaspars Vanags.

Mar 20 • 04:31 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
World

Has the Venice Biennale ever been free from political contexts? Explains art theorist Kaspars Vanags

The Venice Biennale is facing scrutiny over the inclusion of Russia's national pavilion amidst ongoing political tensions due to the Ukraine war.

Mar 20 • 04:31 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Kaido Ole: by making art I show the world what is inside me

Artist Kaido Ole discusses his latest exhibition in Rapla and the personal significance of his work.

Mar 19 • 18:15 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
World

Banksy Revealed Once Again

The identity of the elusive street artist Banksy, revealed to be Robin Gunningham, has stirred renewed interest following a recent report by Reuters.

Mar 19 • 11:10 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Nobel Prize-winning author Han Kang to showcase installation work at the Korean hall of the Venice Biennale

Author Han Kang, who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2024, will present her installation work at the Korean pavilion during the 61st International Venice Biennale from May to November.

Mar 19 • 10:10 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

March 19 Anniversaries: What Happened on This Day?

On March 19, various historical events are commemorated, including World Crafts Day, which celebrates the art of craftsmanship.

Mar 19 • 10:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

The Mysterious Swarm of Bell Ringers: The Strange Symphony of an Estonian Artist in Zurich

The article discusses an exhibition of kinetic sculptures by Estonian artist Kaarel Kurismaa in Zurich, showcasing an interplay of beauty and chaos in art.

Mar 19 • 09:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Rosalía, don't apologize: admire Picasso in a world that infantilizes everything

The article discusses the societal pressure on artists like Rosalía to distance themselves from controversial figures such as Picasso, highlighting a broader issue of moralizing in contemporary culture.

Mar 19 • 07:52 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The puppets conquering the world find themselves with an empty and flat head

The marionettes at Teatro Gerolamo in Milan remind audiences that puppetry is not merely entertainment but a profound art form as they come to life in a new performance.

Mar 19 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

Biennale, Savchenkov: "The Foundation is ambiguous, if it hosts Moscow, it normalizes missiles on Kiev"

Kirill Savchenkov, a Russian artist now living in Paris, criticizes the Biennale for its ambiguous stance towards Russia amidst the ongoing conflict with Ukraine.

Mar 19 • 00:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The largest cruise ship in the world is a floating city powered by natural gas, with 20 decks, seven pools, a water park, a casino, and technology that redefines luxury at sea

The Icon of the Seas by Royal Caribbean is heralded as the largest cruise ship in the world, combining state-of-the-art technology with luxury amenities.

Mar 18 • 10:17 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Unexpected decision by Lion Ceccah before 'Eurovision': Lithuania will experience this for the first time

Lion Ceccah, representing Lithuania at Eurovision 2023 with the song 'Sólo Quiero Más', introduces a groundbreaking stage sculpture designed to collapse dramatically during his performance.

Mar 18 • 08:33 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

THE LYNX COMMENTS ⟩ Art is cool, but money is even cooler

Latvia criticizes its own participation in the Venice Biennale alongside Russia, arguing that moral stances on art are undermined by financial motivations.

Mar 17 • 22:00 UTC
🇳🇿 RNZ World
National & Local

'Trail went cold': The hunt for masterpieces stolen in the Gardner Museum heist

The investigation into masterpieces stolen from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum 36 years ago remains unresolved, with millions of dollars worth of art still missing.

Mar 17 • 19:42 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

Another 'Salvator Mundi' Attributed to the Workshop of Da Vinci Steals the Spotlight at a Renowned European Fair

A new version of 'Salvator Mundi' attributed to Da Vinci's workshop has attracted attention at TEFAF Maastricht, a leading European art fair.

Mar 17 • 17:20 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Banksy's Identity Revealed: What Does the Revelation Mean for the Art World?

The revelation of Banksy's identity raises questions about the implications for the art world, particularly regarding the value of anonymity in art.

Mar 17 • 17:02 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Greece's 'Escape Room': What the National Pavilion Reveals at the 61st Venice Biennale

The Greek representation at the 61st Venice Biennale, titled 'Escape Room', merges political and social narratives within an immersive art experience.

Mar 17 • 16:18 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Protests Against War in Iran and Gaza: Artists and Curators Want to Exclude Israel from the Art Biennale

Artists and curators are calling for Israel's exclusion from the Venice Biennale amid ongoing protests over the wars in Iran and Gaza.

Mar 17 • 16:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Banksy's real life from 'true identity to very famous painting partner'

An investigation has revealed Banksy's true identity as Robin Gunningham, who reportedly worked alongside a notable partner in creating his iconic murals.

Mar 17 • 11:34 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Maria Faust: good art is political, but political art is dangerous

Composer and saxophonist Maria Faust discusses her mission to explain world events through her music, which often critiques societal issues.

Mar 17 • 10:20 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

A police report from 26 years ago could reveal the mystery of Banksy: is this his real name?

A recent investigation may have uncovered Banksy's true identity, linking him to a mural found in Horenka, Ukraine, amid the war's devastation.

Mar 17 • 09:54 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
World

Russian comeback in Venice sparks massive anger and bewilderment

Russia's participation in the Venice Biennale, following a ban on its artists due to the Ukraine invasion, has provoked widespread outrage.

Mar 17 • 06:09 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
World

Russian comeback at major festival triggers outcry

Russia is set to re-enter the Venice Biennale after being excluded since its invasion of Ukraine, amid a backdrop of criticism associated with the event.

Mar 17 • 06:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Chico Amaral participates in an exhibition in Barcelona

Visual artist Chico Amaral is showcasing his work at the 'O Assalto da Ilusão' exhibition in Barcelona, alongside other notable artists.

Mar 16 • 20:29 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

A journalistic investigation claims to have identified Banksy

A new investigation by journalists claims to have identified the elusive artist Banksy as Robin Gunningham after thorough analysis of legal documents and public records.

Mar 16 • 14:39 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Nicola Costantino: the thin line between the perfect and the uncomfortable

Nicola Costantino discusses her new art works that explore the relationship between nature and human existence in the post-pandemic world.

Mar 16 • 13:22 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

A Delacroix on the Greek War of Independence is lent by France to Athens

France has lent a painting by Eugène Delacroix depicting the fall of Missolonghi to Greece for an exhibition at the archaeological museum of Missolonghi.

Mar 16 • 10:47 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

FINALLY AT LAST: Banksy's face and name are known after decades of hide-and-seek

A Reuters investigative team claims to have identified the true identity of the world's most famous anonymous street artist, Banksy, after decades of speculation.

Mar 16 • 09:15 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Helena Lindblad: Are This Year's Oscar Winners Endangered as Trump's Friends Take Over the Film World?

The article discusses the impact of political influences on the film industry following the recent Oscar ceremony, focusing on the success of the film "One Battle After Another" and the potential threat posed by pro-Trump figures.

Mar 16 • 08:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Malta Biennale 2026: Modernity and Great Tradition. Polish-Ghanaian Success

The Malta Biennale 2026 aims to be a competitive international art event alongside the Venice Biennale, featuring works from over 130 artists across 39 countries.

Mar 16 • 03:58 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

The mysterious artist Banksy was world-famous but anonymous. That may be coming to an end.

Reports suggest that the identity of the world-renowned street artist Banksy may have been revealed, raising questions about his previously maintained anonymity.

Mar 15 • 20:32 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

OmenaArt Foundation Pavilion wins best at Malta Biennale. Gala against the backdrop of Caravaggio

The OmenaArt Foundation Pavilion won the Best Pavilion award at the Malta Biennale 2026 for its thematic exhibition "Redefining. Polish-Ghanaian Textile Narratives."

Mar 15 • 07:49 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

Reuters claims to know who Banksy is

Reuters has allegedly revealed the identity of the street artist Banksy, claiming he is a man from Bristol originally named Robin Gunningham, who changed his name to David Jones.

Mar 15 • 00:02 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Banksy: a journalistic investigation claims to have revealed the identity of the enigmatic street artist

A new investigation claims to have identified the elusive street artist Banksy as Robin Gunningham, linking him directly to various works.

Mar 14 • 19:59 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
World

He is Banksy

Reuters reveals the identity of the elusive street artist Banksy as Robin Gunningham, based on official documents and interviews with close associates.

Mar 14 • 19:59 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

Banksy’s identity uncovered – Reuters

Reuters has reported that the true identity of the street artist Banksy is David Jones, as revealed by their investigation.

Mar 14 • 14:40 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
World

Palestinian actor not allowed to attend the Oscars

A Palestinian actor has been barred from attending the Oscars, highlighting ongoing tensions in the region.

Mar 14 • 04:41 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

After the Collapse: Superflux Imagines a World After the Anthropocene

Superflux combines art and climate activism to envision a future beyond capitalism's collapse, with a new exhibition in Vienna.

Mar 14 • 04:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

"King of the World" on the Titanic: Mysterious Artists Provoking Trump with a New Statue of Epstein

A new satirical statue depicting Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein has been installed on the National Mall, highlighting their controversial relationship in a parody of a famous Titanic scene.

Mar 13 • 19:28 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Biennale in Venice: Russia's Readmission is a Scandal

The decision to allow Russia to participate again in the Venice Biennale has sparked protests from Ukraine and the EU, which critics argue is a scandalous act amidst ongoing conflict.

Mar 13 • 15:55 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Art around Lake Tegernsee: Against the Ugliness of the World

The article explores the historical and cultural significance of art around Lake Tegernsee, highlighting its role as a refuge from daily life's ugliness.

Mar 13 • 14:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

At the most famous antique fair, Spanish is spoken

The Maastricht Art Fair features a record representation of Spanish-speaking galleries and highlights the works of women artists and designers.

Mar 13 • 04:30 UTC

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