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🇪🇪 Postimees
World

UNBELIEVABLE FIND: Dutch woman discovers 35 forgotten works by Rembrandt at the bottom of her drawer

Charlotte Meyer, a Dutch woman, unearthed 35 forgotten works of art by Rembrandt while cleaning out a drawer during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Feb 28 • 07:11 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

Argentina Will Star in a Key Week in Madrid, Under International Spotlight

Argentina is set to be in the international spotlight next week in Madrid, showcasing its contemporary art at several prominent fairs and exhibitions.

Feb 27 • 19:16 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Dolls and Hell. The World Through the Eyes of Janis Mitrevics at the Art Station 'Dubulti'

Janis Mitrevics’ solo exhibition at Art Station 'Dubulti' explores human manipulation and modern society through the lens of dolls as symbolic representations of people.

Feb 27 • 15:50 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Invitation for visitors of the Vilnius Book Fair to experience a small giants' world

The Vilnius Book Fair features a colorful installation with oversized human body and facial details, offering visitors a unique experience of feeling small in a much larger world.

Feb 27 • 07:55 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Life & Tech

Review: 'Värn' by Johan Skoog

The article reviews a new artistic installation and film project, 'Värn', by John Skoog that reflects on themes of resistance and community during turbulent times, set against the backdrop of historical conflicts in Sweden.

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Game, work of art, divination. The tarot are the "secret" to putting order in the world

The article discusses a tarot exhibition at the Accademia Carrara in Bergamo, emphasizing their history as tools for divination and creativity.

Feb 27 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Sovereigns and presidents enchanted by Brera and Hayez's Kiss. Vance surprised me

World leaders and dignitaries, including U.S. officials, were captivated by artworks at the Brera Gallery in Milan during their visit coinciding with the Olympics.

Feb 27 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

A never-before-seen family treasure: 35 unpublished engravings by Rembrandt on display at a museum

The Stedelijk Museum Zutphen in the Netherlands will present a collection of never-before-exhibited engravings by Rembrandt starting March 21, showcasing pieces that have been hidden for over a century.

Feb 26 • 19:57 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

"Slow Down": The 61st Venice Biennale prepares for listening and slowness

The 61st Venice Biennale, the first directed by an African woman, embraces themes of listening and slowness in its curatorial direction after the passing of Koyo Kouoh.

Feb 26 • 13:41 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

On the Trail of the Secret: Where is Raphael's Young Man?

The article explores the mysterious disappearance of Raphael's "Portrait of a Young Man" during the chaotic final months of World War II.

Feb 26 • 13:04 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Gioia Picciurro, the Sicilian Excellence Conquering the World

Gioia Picciurro, a designer from Palermo, has transformed her passion for art and design into an internationally recognized brand.

Feb 26 • 12:44 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Do you know how the artist Jāzeps Grosvalds’ “Persian Scenes” came to be during the war march?

The article discusses how artist Jāzeps Grosvalds created his work “Persian Scenes” while navigating the challenges and circumstances of the war in Europe.

Feb 26 • 07:18 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Venice Biennale announces guests with Africa and Latin America as key focuses

The Venice Biennale has announced its guest list for the 61st edition, showcasing prominent artists from Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East.

Feb 25 • 18:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

After a turbulent year, Australia’s Khaled Sabsabi will present not one but two works at the Venice Biennale

Khaled Sabsabi will showcase two major works at the Venice Biennale, focusing on themes of spirituality, migration, and shared humanity.

Feb 25 • 12:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

A Greek town famous for delicious olives. And now also the most beautiful mural in the world

A Greek town known for its olives has gained notoriety for hosting what is now considered the most beautiful mural globally.

Feb 25 • 07:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Police return art posters of Trump and Netanyahu in Nazi uniforms to Canberra venue after no charges laid

Canberra police returned art posters depicting various world leaders in Nazi uniforms to a local music venue and decided not to lay charges under new hate symbol laws.

Feb 25 • 05:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Space Ship, Tribute to Obama, and Other Marvels Worth Billions: Museums Opening in 2026

The article discusses the opening of several significant museums around the world in 2026, highlighting their architectural grandeur and cultural importance.

Feb 25 • 04:59 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Berlin Film Festival Honors 'Political' Works - A Response to Criticism Over Gaza?

The 76th Berlin International Film Festival closed with two notable awards that emphasized political themes amid criticism surrounding events in Gaza.

Feb 25 • 03:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The president of the Louvre resigns and Macron will seek to give 'a new boost' to the world's most visited museum

The president of the Louvre, Laurence des Cars, resigns amid controversies, prompting President Macron to seek a fresh start for the museum.

Feb 24 • 17:35 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

South Africa withdraws from the Venice Biennale after conflict over Gaza artwork

South Africa has canceled its participation in this year's Venice Biennale following a conflict involving Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie and artist Gabrielle Goliath, centered around Goliath's artwork referencing Gaza.

Feb 24 • 14:37 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

ICE, THAT CONNECTS ⟩ The artwork dedicated to the 108th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia features the slackline world champion

An artistic video work titled "Ice, That Connects" was created in honor of Estonia's 108th anniversary, symbolizing ice as a unifying element in Estonian nature and culture.

Feb 24 • 12:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

Has 'everything' it takes to win Oscar prizes

The film 'Hamnet,' based on a novel about a tragedy in Shakespeare's life, sparks debate over whether it is a work of art or merely emotional exploitation.

Feb 24 • 10:20 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Time and Space Break Down in Ebba Matz's Image World

Ebba Matz's exhibition 'Journey' at Bror Hjorth's house in Uppsala explores the themes of time and space through precise execution and simple means.

Feb 24 • 10:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Ukrainian artist Viktoria Berezina: every day brings unbearable news. It takes my breath away, and yet I want to scream so loudly that the whole world hears.

Ukrainian artist Viktoria Berezina reflects on the daily unbearable news stemming from the ongoing conflict in her homeland, compelling her to express her emotions through her art.

Feb 24 • 05:13 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A dozen skulls, a village in Álava, and the European trafficking of relics during the Flanders wars

A researcher from the University of the Basque Country is leading an international network to trace the journey of hundreds of skulls that arrived in Spain from Germany during the 16th and 17th centuries, revealing an artistic world created by women.

Feb 24 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
World

Activists Hang New Work at the Louvre: 'Now He Sweats'

Activists have displayed a new artwork at the Louvre, prompting discussions about the intersection of art and activism.

Feb 23 • 18:17 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Guerrilla Action: How Did the Photo of Andrew End Up in the Louvre?

British activists have hung a controversial photograph of former Prince Andrew in the Louvre to advocate for justice for the victims of Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 23 • 15:06 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Death of an exceptional artist: What remains of Henrike Naumann

Henrike Naumann, an emerging artist, has passed away just before her anticipated international breakthrough, marking a significant loss for the art world and those close to her.

Feb 22 • 12:26 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Venice Biennale, Reina Sofía and MASP: the Argentinians shaping the international agenda in 2026

In 2026, Argentine art is making a significant impact on the international circuit through various biennales, museums, galleries, and cultural centers around the world.

Feb 22 • 11:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Swiss painter Peter Stämpfli, a European exponent of pop art, dies at 88

Peter Stämpfli, a pioneering Swiss pop artist known for his distinctive works featuring tires, has passed away at the age of 88.

Feb 21 • 15:27 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

How the Luleå Biennale will highlight indigenous peoples: 'There are tensions'

The Luleå Biennale aims to strengthen the role of art and artists in society by featuring indigenous artists from around the world to explore cultural futures in northern regions.

Feb 20 • 15:31 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Anish Kapoor conquers Venice. An exhibition of monumental works in a 16th-century palace

A major exhibition of sculptor Anish Kapoor's works opens in a restored 16th-century palace in Venice as part of the 61st Venice Biennale.

Feb 20 • 14:24 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

German artist who was to represent Germany at the Venice Biennale dies at 41

Henrike Naumann, a German installation artist scheduled to represent Germany at the upcoming Venice Biennale, has passed away at the age of 41 due to cancer.

Feb 20 • 10:49 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

I work with AI, but drawing is the best thing in the world for me, says Indian artist

Indian artist Sahej Rahal discusses his innovative exhibition that merges traditional art with interactive AI-driven experiences.

Feb 20 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Juliette Binoche: "The important thing is that movies change people's hearts and lives; artists are not here to give opinions"

Juliette Binoche discusses her artistic approach and her recent film appearances at the Berlinale, emphasizing the transformative power of cinema.

Feb 19 • 20:32 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

Oscar favorite that takes your breath away

Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi has transformed regime criticism into compelling film art, with his acclaimed work 'Just an Accident' winning the Palme d'Or at Cannes and positioning him as a top contender for the Oscar for Best International Film.

Feb 19 • 16:51 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

Oscar Favorite That Takes Your Breath Away

Iranian director Jafar Panahi is recognized for turning regime criticism into cinematic art with his film 'Just an Accident,' which won the Palme d'Or at Cannes last year and is a strong contender for the Oscar for Best International Film.

Feb 19 • 16:51 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

You See a Billboard. I See What Made Tel Aviv Break a World Record

The article discusses the unique features of a billboard in Tel Aviv that contributed to the city setting a world record, highlighted by African sand that serves as an intriguing backdrop.

Feb 19 • 10:57 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Sandra Vásquez de la Horra at the Haus der Kunst: The Magic of Women

The article discusses the unique qualities of different types of paper and their significance in the art world, particularly in relation to female artists.

Feb 19 • 09:10 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Afternoon Update: art posters test hate symbol laws; Wellington’s sewage ‘catastrophe’; and when sleep tricks go wrong

Police in Canberra have seized art posters depicting world leaders in Nazi uniforms for investigation under hate symbol laws.

Feb 19 • 05:49 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Police seize art posters depicting Trump, Putin and Netanyahu in Nazi uniforms from Canberra bar

Canberra police have seized art posters portraying world leaders in Nazi uniforms from a bar following a complaint regarding hate imagery.

Feb 19 • 01:41 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Bar declared crime scene as ACT police seize 'clearly satirical' posters under new hate laws

Canberra police seized satirical posters featuring world leaders in Nazi-like uniforms from a bar, declaring it a crime scene under new hate laws.

Feb 19 • 00:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Between Eternal Life and Perish of Art, Park Mi-hwa [Critic]

The article reflects on the works and philosophy of artist Park Mi-hwa as she explores themes of life, existence, and the relationship between humanity and the natural world through her clay sculptures and artistic process.

Feb 18 • 14:28 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

When does a person have the right to take justice into their own hands?

The article explores a man's unsettling encounter with an old trauma during a fateful night after a family accident involving a stray dog.

Feb 17 • 18:23 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Rock Art in the Egyptian Desert - Spanning a Period of 10,000 Years

A new archaeological discovery in Egypt reveals a rock shelter in the Umm Arak plateau, containing ancient rock art dating back up to 10,000 years.

Feb 17 • 08:27 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Culture, city, citizen

The article discusses the tension between art, politics, and public discourse exemplified by events at the Berlinale film festival and the Eurovision contest.

Feb 17 • 05:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Versailles, The Alhambra, London... This summer holiday, we take you to the most beautiful gardens in the world

An exploration of the ten most spectacular gardens worldwide, showcasing their artistic, political, and imaginative significance.

Feb 17 • 04:44 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
World

Controversy at the 2026 Berlinale: Screenwriter Arundhati Roy withdraws due to Wim Wenders' comments on Gaza

Indian writer and activist Arundhati Roy has withdrawn from the Berlinale 2026 in response to Wim Wenders' comments about art and politics regarding Gaza.

Feb 17 • 02:21 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

"The human world makes less and less sense to me," says painter Martin Salajka

Czech painter Martin Salajka's exhibition 'Nebula' explores his profound connection to nature and the complexities of life and death, showcased at the Trafo Gallery in Prague.

Feb 16 • 18:22 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Lars H.U.G. debuts as a film director at the festival

Singer Lars H.U.G. will make his directorial debut with the art film 'Metamera - A World Without Us' at the CPH:DOX documentary film festival next month in Denmark.

Feb 16 • 13:30 UTC

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