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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

SP-Arte will celebrate milestones of the Nara Roesler and Fortes D'Aloia & Gabriel galleries

SP-Arte will commemorate significant anniversaries of key Brazilian art galleries amidst a global trend of closures.

Mar 23 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

British Museum 'erases' Palestine and generates protests; understand

The British Museum's removal of the term 'Palestine' from its galleries has sparked protests and raised questions about historical accuracy and political influence.

Mar 22 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

Criminal prosecution for multiple felonies against Tsagkarakis

Criminal charges have been brought against George Tsagkarakis, the owner of a renowned gallery in Kolonaki, following a raid by authorities on his shops and warehouses.

Mar 21 • 14:32 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

British Museum 'erases' Palestine

The British Museum has removed the term 'Palestine' from its galleries, sparking protests and allegations of political pressure.

Mar 17 • 19:29 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Federal and international, the second edition of the Capital fair opens the arts calendar from Córdoba

The second edition of the Capital Latin American Art Fair takes place in Córdoba, Argentina, featuring 31 galleries from various countries.

Mar 14 • 23:43 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

She was the big promise of the 90s, but she renounced fame and today exhibits her works of art in galleries in New York and Paris

Leelee Sobieski, once a promising actress in the 90s, left her Hollywood career to pursue a passion for art and raise her children.

Mar 14 • 21:40 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Gallery: The Spring Exhibition of the Estonian Artists' Union Takes Place This Year in Five Galleries

The Estonian Artists' Union's annual spring exhibition features works from 437 artists across five galleries, aiming to showcase the diversity of art.

Mar 13 • 16:43 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: Galleries overflow during rain, causing flooding and cars to become submerged in Uberlândia

Heavy rains in Uberlândia have led to significant flooding, inundating parked cars and obstructing main roads.

Mar 10 • 11:13 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The Maffeo Barberini by Caravaggio purchased by the State

The Italian government has announced the acquisition of Caravaggio's portrait of Maffeo Barberini for 30 million euros, which will become part of the National Galleries of Ancient Art in Rome.

Mar 10 • 11:10 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Surprise: 12 paintings in PROA's galleries in 1999

In May 1999, the PROA Foundation in Buenos Aires exposed 12 paintings by Frida Kahlo, marking a significant cultural event in Argentina.

Mar 9 • 18:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Wasabi and Green Beans, the New Coal of Asturias

Ancient miner galleries in Asturias are being transformed into underground greenhouses, successfully cultivating wasabi, mushrooms, and other plants in a former coal mining area.

Mar 8 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

GALLERIES AND VIDEO ⟩ Teachers from Pärnu to Ida-Viru Successfully Dive into the Unknown

Teachers from Pärnu transitioning to work in predominantly Russian-speaking cities in Ida-Viru are adjusting well to their new environments during the shift to Estonian-language education.

Mar 8 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Positive Balance: Arco Closes with High Profiles of Argentine Galleries and Artists

The Arco contemporary art fair in Madrid concludes with significant participation from Argentine galleries and artists, highlighting awards and institutional purchases.

Mar 7 • 21:57 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Culture at the Gulf: Under Black Smoke

The US and Israel's attack on Iran has destabilized the cultural scene in the Gulf, impacting museums, galleries, and art fairs.

Mar 6 • 14:34 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Introduction of 'Dual Pricing' for Visitors to Japan's National Museums

The Japanese government plans to introduce a dual pricing system for national museums and art galleries, imposing pressure on them to increase self-generated revenue amid calls for budget cuts.

Mar 5 • 11:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Arco 45, Day One: First Sales of an Anniversary Edition, with Promising Argentine Players

The opening day of Arco 45, an anniversary art fair in Madrid, saw successful initial sales and showcased Argentine artists, signaling a positive outlook for local galleries.

Mar 4 • 19:06 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Ayuso announces 100% exemption from the transfer tax on works of art

Isabel Díaz Ayuso, the president of Madrid, has announced a 100% exemption on the transfer tax for the sale of artworks through specialized galleries.

Mar 4 • 13:28 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Art fairs, a double-edged sword for galleries

Art fairs, while essential to the art market, pose significant financial challenges for galleries due to high costs and limited support in Spain.

Mar 2 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The change is here: the 13 young galleries that renew Arco (and the Spanish art market)

A new wave of young galleries is revitalizing the Arco art fair and the Spanish art market with diverse, international perspectives and innovative programming.

Feb 28 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Riddle with an Answer: the Painter

A creative riddle invites readers to solve a puzzle about a painter whose work is displayed in galleries but remains unknown.

Feb 28 • 03:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Where gallery owners, collectors, and artists eat and drink during the ARCO week in Madrid

The article discusses the vibrant cultural ecosystem that emerges in Madrid during the ARCO art fair week, highlighting key networking spots for gallery owners, collectors, and artists.

Feb 26 • 22:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Rural town dubbed 'the new Notting Hill' is brimming with independent shops and Michelin-star restaurants

Bruton, a rural town in Somerset, has gained recognition for its vibrant independent shops, art galleries, and Michelin-starred restaurants, making it a trendy destination akin to Notting Hill.

Feb 24 • 11:45 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
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Normandy: Three people missing in underground galleries

Search efforts are underway to locate three missing individuals in underground galleries near the Saint-Étienne church in Fécamp, Normandy.

Feb 20 • 17:31 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Well-Designed Shade: Pergolas and Galleries with Plants that Transform the Garden into a Year-Round Refuge

This article discusses how well-designed shade structures, such as pergolas and plant galleries, can transform gardens into livable spaces throughout the year.

Feb 20 • 06:05 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Shopping parks are maturing, galleries are gaining a second life

In 2025, Poland saw a significant rise in commercial space, primarily driven by the development of shopping parks, according to a report by CBRE and insights from BNP Paribas Real Estate Poland.

Feb 20 • 03:04 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

2026 in Prague Galleries: What Awaits Us? Primarily a Draft in the National Gallery

The article discusses the exhibition plans for 2026 at the National Gallery in Prague, highlighting its 230th anniversary celebrations and the return of the Biennale in Arts.

Feb 18 • 05:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Labubus to burkinis: V&A unveils updated 21st-century design galleries

The V&A museum in London has reopened its Design 1990-Now galleries, showcasing a diverse range of contemporary exhibits that explore themes of housing, conflict, and identity.

Feb 14 • 15:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Painting Narrative Joy at Stockholm Galleries

Two artists, Kristina Abelli Elander and Amanda Hellsten, are currently showcasing their works in Stockholm galleries, each presenting vibrant narratives through their unique artistic styles.

Feb 14 • 10:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

The Louvre Museum is haunted by a curse: this time, one of the most visited galleries was flooded

The Louvre Museum has faced another flood, affecting a key gallery that houses significant artworks, including the Mona Lisa.

Feb 13 • 18:54 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Chaos at the Louvre: Water Invades the Rooms of Italian Masterpieces. Heavy Damage to the Frescoes

The Louvre Museum has been forced to close several galleries due to significant water damage caused by a burst pipe, which has particularly affected the historic ceiling painted by Charles Meynier.

Feb 13 • 17:53 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Record number of works at this year's 'Warsalongen'

The 'Warsalongen' art exhibition and auction aims to support war-affected children, showcasing a record number of artworks donated by artists, collectors, and galleries.

Feb 11 • 11:32 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Galleries | Narva PSK extended the winning streak in the home hockey league

Narva PSK extended their winning streak to eleven games in the home hockey league after a thrilling victory.

Feb 9 • 16:06 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Piciņu pačiņu on the Capital's Alarm. A Review of the Exhibition "In the Center of the Universe 2" in Madona

This article reviews the contemporary art exhibition "In the Center of the Universe 2" at the MABOCA gallery in Madona, Latvia, exploring the role of contemporary art in regional settings.

Feb 9 • 12:26 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

"Zona Maco facilitates dialogue with collectors and international institutions": Direlia Lazo

Zona Maco 2026 concluded successfully, attracting over 82,000 attendees and featuring more than 200 international galleries.

Feb 9 • 07:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Kate Middleton's secret thrill in under-the-radar move - 'It's how I get my fix'

Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, balances her royal responsibilities and motherhood while secretly indulging in her passion for the arts through discreet visits to exhibitions and galleries.

Feb 7 • 12:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Life & Tech

Venezuela Present at the Material Fair 2026 with Sheroanawe Hakihiiwe

The Venezuelan galleries ABRA and PROXYCO showcase indigenous Yanomami artist Sheroanawe Hakihiiwe's recent works at the Material Fair 2026 in Mexico City, emphasizing the importance of art amidst Venezuela's political and cultural upheaval.

Feb 6 • 00:14 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Contemporary Art Ignites Bologna

Bologna is celebrating its annual art week, with Artefiera serving as a pivotal event featuring over 150 Italian and international galleries under the new direction of Davide Ferri.

Feb 5 • 10:08 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

"Zona Maco is a meeting with beauty": Alfonso Miranda, curator of the Antiques Salon

Zona Maco 2026, the largest and most prestigious art fair in Latin America, is taking place in Mexico City from February 4 to 8, showcasing over 200 galleries from 25 countries and promoting deep conversations about the future of art in a transforming world.

Feb 5 • 08:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Politics, feminism, and millions at the first Art Basel in the desert in Qatar: "They need to want to buy art instead of a car"

The first Art Basel in Qatar highlights issues in the art world, including the challenges of art galleries and a reflection on the evolving role of art in the region, articulated through interviews with prominent figures like Marina Abramovic.

Feb 4 • 20:31 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Art Basel 'reconverts' and puts a foot in Qatar, the first destination of the great fair in the Middle East

Art Basel expands its reach to Qatar, showcasing over 80 galleries and artworks from around the world in Doha.

Feb 4 • 17:37 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

"Mexico City is an Animated Film": Spencer Tunick Returns with a Project that Transcends Galleries

Legendary New York photographer Spencer Tunick returns to Mexico City with a new project, co-produced with Nate Long, aiming to democratize art through sensory immersions and performances.

Feb 4 • 07:13 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Art Galleries Across Spain Close Until Saturday to Demand a Reduction in VAT on Artwork Sales

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.

Feb 2 • 15:13 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Prado claims photographs that tell its memory as works of art

A new exhibition showcases part of a collection of nearly 11,000 images featuring reproductions of galleries, paintings, and artists from the Prado Museum.

Feb 2 • 13:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Spanish gallery owners will go on strike to demand a European VAT

Spanish contemporary art galleries will close from February 2 to 7 to demand a reduction of the 21% VAT that disadvantages them compared to their European counterparts.

Jan 16 • 09:54 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The discovery that amazes an English village: a Roman box carved in bone

In the quiet village of Broadway, Worcestershire, a recently discovered Roman box carved in bone has captured the community's attention, overshadowing local art galleries and antique shops.

Jan 13 • 12:57 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

French museum fare hikes for non-European tourists spark outcry

France's Louvre museum is increasing entry prices for non-European visitors by 45%, leading to a heated debate on the fairness of 'dual pricing' in state-funded galleries.

Jan 13 • 03:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

La Chola Poblete, the anti-colonial artist who charmed Queen Letizia: "I always felt more discrimination for being 'brown' than for being trans"

La Chola Poblete, an Argentine anti-colonial artist, discusses her experiences of discrimination and her recent recognition in Madrid, including exhibitions at notable galleries and a meeting with Queen Letizia.

Jan 12 • 04:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Looted Artworks by the Nazis Emerge in the Market

Eighty years after the end of World War II, an increasing number of looted art pieces are appearing at auctions and galleries as their illegitimate owners pass away.

Jan 11 • 04:30 UTC

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