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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.

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.

Security footage shows the moment the sculpture 'O Boi' catches fire in Maceió, leading to partial destruction of the artwork.

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

The restoration of Dürer's Rosary Feast, an important artwork, will take place in Prague.

A review of Lisette Lepik's unconventional artwork explores the surprising connections between traditional family dynamics and themes of sadomasochism.

The article discusses how Jeffrey Epstein acquired a significant and rare artwork at a Sotheby's auction in New York in 2012 for $40 million, raising questions about its ownership.

The article reflects on a 2012 auction at Sotheby’s where a highly valuable artwork connected to Jeffrey Epstein was sold for 40 million dollars, raising questions about its ownership and the implications for affected women.

The article promotes a limited edition of artwork signed by Shooty, available for purchase.

Icelandic comic artist Hugleikur Dagsson expresses support for Finland's ice hockey success through a controversial artwork.

Snoop Dogg visited the Last Supper in Milan, prayed in front of the artwork, and was celebrated by fans during the Winter Olympics events.

An interactive art installation in Valencia has sparked chaos and destruction after visitors interacted with it, resulting in a dramatic virtual battle within the artwork.

Algis Kriščiūnas’s artwork is featured on reusable shopping bags sold by the Lithuanian supermarket chain Maxima, with profits benefiting SOS Children's Villages Lithuania to support youth development.

An interactive artwork by teamLab in Valencia unexpectedly self-destructed, raising philosophical questions about individual freedom and destruction.

A significant Buddhist artwork, 'Birojana Three Sacred Buddhas', has returned to South Korea after being exiled to Germany in the 1910s, following a collective effort by researchers and believers.

A police officer in Alingsås purchased an artwork from a man who was under the influence and in the process of being taken into custody for substance abuse.

Police in Australia are seeking public assistance to solve a 1988 case of abduction and rape in St Kilda, where the victim appealed for information to identify one of her attackers.

Juanella Donovan has earned the People's Choice award at the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards for her artwork, which reflects her cultural heritage.

Art critic Vittorio Sgarbi has been acquitted of money laundering charges related to a stolen artwork.

Tetsuo Takada has won the prestigious Okamoto Taro Prize for his artwork depicting the aftermath of the Fukushima nuclear disaster, showcasing over 5,000 pieces capturing the local scene.

The planned replacement of Melbourne's controversial 'Red Stair' public artwork has stalled, with no updates on the design competition a year after it was announced.

A limited edition artwork signed by Shooty is available for sale.

A water leak at the Louvre led to the temporary closure of several rooms and damaged an artwork by Charles Meynier.

A library in Ostrava's Vítkovice features a decorative fence made of rolled sheet metal, which transforms the street into an artistic gallery.

The article promotes the sale of ten limited edition signed prints of an artwork by Danglár.

The article promotes the sale of ten numbered prints of artwork signed by the character Shooty.

Serco has faced criticism for removing motivational artwork from court custody areas, described as a petty and vindictive act.

Jon Kudelka, a prominent Australian political cartoonist, has died at the age of 53 in South Hobart, leaving behind a legacy of impactful and beloved artwork.

The Louisiana exhibition features artwork valued in the billions and is backed by a billionaire Trump supporter, prompting discussions on the intersection of wealth, power, and art.

A disturbing image from Jeffrey Epstein’s file shows a woman in a bikini crouching under a table while Epstein and two men discuss something, with unsettling artwork visible in the background.

A newly released, disturbing photograph involving Jeffrey Epstein depicts him and two other men seated at a table while a woman in a bikini is crawling underneath a disturbing artwork featuring a naked baby.

The Netherlands returned a 3500-year-old sculpture to Egypt after it was identified as stolen and illegally exported, reappearing at a Dutch art fair in 2022.

The article discusses the famous artwork 'The Great Wave' by Katsushika Hokusai, highlighting its tension, beauty, and the enduring impact it has had over nearly 200 years.

The article reflects on the author's experience of a significant artwork by Pierre Huyghe that influenced their love for Ibizan hounds.

The article promotes the sale of ten numbered prints of an artwork signed by Danglár.

The article promotes the sale of 10 limited edition signed prints of artwork featuring Shooty.

Croatian artist Igor Jurilj has withdrawn from the Porin competition for best album artwork due to the inclusion of AI-generated works, sparking a crucial discussion about the growing impact of artificial intelligence in the visual arts.

František Skála, a versatile artist feeling youthful before his 70th birthday, is preparing for an expedition to Congo while creating artwork centered on the female nude.

Just hours before the official opening of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, street artist Laika's provocative artwork 'Ice out!' appears in Rome, criticizing the presence of the US federal agency ICE at the Games.

The artwork 'Young Lion Resting' by Rembrandt was auctioned off for $17.86 million at Sotheby’s in New York, setting a record for the artist.

Ten numbered prints of this artwork signed by Shooty are available for purchase.

The artwork portrays a naked and vulnerable woman named Selina in a crucifix-like position, surrounded by her disciples in blue coats, evoking themes of both grace and medical intervention.

A promotional article for purchasing one of 10 numbered prints of an artwork signed by the artist Shooty.

The installation of Takis's sculpture "Aeolian" in Bucharest was showcased, including a video of the artwork in the heart of Athens.

The Municipality of Athens, in cooperation with the Takis Foundation, unveils an iconic artwork by the renowned sculptor Takis in a bustling city area to celebrate the artist's 100th birthday.

Art galleries throughout Spain have closed until Saturday to demand a reduction in the VAT on the sale of artworks, protesting the current rate of 21% despite a EU directive suggesting a lower rate.

Archaeologists believe that the unclear outline of a human hand found on a cave wall in Indonesia is the oldest artwork in history, dating back at least 67,800 years.

The article promotes a limited set of signed prints featuring the artwork of Danglár with the title 'I Will Always Be a Firefighter.'

British artist David Hockney expresses concern over the risks of moving the fragile Bayeux tapestry to the British Museum, labeling the plan as 'madness' due to the artwork's sensitivity.

Emilio Papaevangelou showcases his artwork in Athens for the first time, navigating the balance between his pharmacy duties and his deep artistic expression.