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🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Leisure Tips from Royals: The Art of Idleness

This article reflects on the leisure habits of Royal figures, particularly Princess Margaret, contrasting them with the busy schedules of modern-day employees.

Mar 1 • 11:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Salvador hosts G20 summit exhibition showcasing the history of Brazilian art

The Museum of Modern Art of Bahia is hosting a G20 exhibition featuring 80 works that highlight the history of Brazilian art until June 28, 2024.

Mar 1 • 10:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A former dormitory-like apartment in Vilnius turned into stylish homes

A Vilnius apartment has been transformed into stylish and functional living spaces, exceeding the homeowner's expectations.

Feb 28 • 08:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Soil-filled Exhibition Hall, Revitalizing the Senses of Life

The exhibition highlights the often-overlooked importance of soil as a vital component for life on Earth, addressing its neglect in modern society and urbanization.

Feb 27 • 23:18 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
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Tate Modern in London enshrines the feminist and revolutionary art of Tracey Emin

The Tate Modern in London is dedicated to the feminist and revolutionary art of Tracey Emin, who speaks about her personal experiences with trauma in an interview.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'Modern Stories' at the MAM, where Frida Kahlo 'converses' with a painting that Cantinflas 'rejected'

The 'Relatos Modernos' exhibition at the Modern Art Museum (MAM) features works that showcase interactions in the post-revolutionary art scene of Mexico, including pieces by Frida Kahlo and a painting rejected by the famous comedian Cantinflas.

Feb 26 • 00:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Dame Tracey Emin on cancer diagnosis: 'I wasn’t afraid of dying'

Dame Tracey Emin discusses her cancer diagnosis and the unveiling of her largest art show, reflecting on life and the impact of her experiences.

Feb 25 • 18:10 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Tale of a Mosque: The 'Two Minarets' Unite Worship and Knowledge in Qatar's Education City

The 'Two Minarets' mosque in Qatar's Education City symbolizes both worship and knowledge, featuring a modern architectural design infused with Islamic art.

Feb 25 • 17:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

David Černý Physically Occupied Public Space. I Wouldn't Talk About Quality, Says Art Historian Milena Bartlová

Art historian Milena Bartlová discusses the controversy surrounding modern art, particularly David Černý's work, highlighting its impact on public perception and the ongoing cultural debates in Czechia.

Feb 25 • 10:13 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Johanna Paulsson: Extreme Voices Are Now Heard from the Darkness of the Internet

Johanna Paulsson explores the tension between modern individualism and the role of opera as a communal art form in her piece featured in Dagens Nyheter.

Feb 24 • 12:08 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Gallery of Modern Art in Hradec Králové Challenges Established Notions of Exhibition Invariance

The article discusses the innovative approach of the Gallery of Modern Art in Hradec Králové in redefining the concept of static exhibitions.

Feb 23 • 12:35 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

Drawing Flower Rain While Thinking of Those Who Have Left

The artist Seong Tae-hoon showcases his new exhibition 'Flower Rain' which includes poignant pieces reflecting on personal loss and societal upheaval.

Feb 23 • 08:23 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

More sculptures for the landscape of Pinamar

The Playas Art Hotel in Pinamar is showcasing large pieces by renowned modern artists as part of an artistic initiative aimed at integrating art into everyday life in the city.

Feb 20 • 20:59 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Epstein's Network: The Sex Offender and the Art Collector

The article details the financial connections between Jeffrey Epstein and billionaire art collector Leon Black, revealing the extent of their relationship as new documents come to light.

Feb 20 • 16:35 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Roman Zaštšerinski: Our Grandmothers' Foods Are a Slightly Forgotten Art

Chef Roman Zaštšerinski discusses the nostalgia and modern reinterpretation of traditional grandmother recipes in his cooking.

Feb 18 • 13:06 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

The Modern Art Museum opens 'Modern Tales' featuring key works from the Gelman Collection

The Modern Art Museum in Mexico City has opened a new exhibition showcasing significant pieces from the Gelman Collection, emphasized by the collaboration with the Zambrano family.

Feb 17 • 08:23 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

From the Reception Room to the Hallway of the Chunchugwan... The 146 Modern and Contemporary Art Collection of the Blue House

President Lee Jae-myung showcased significant artworks at the Blue House during a recent meeting with key business representatives.

Feb 15 • 23:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Oliver Laxe: "The strongest criticisms ‘Sirat’ has received are a symptom that I have done my job well"

Galician filmmaker Oliver Laxe discusses the polarizing reception of his film 'Sirat' and reflects on the role of art and spirituality in modern culture.

Feb 15 • 04:30 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

Jose Dávila. Fragility as a Method

Artist Jose Dávila explores the non-neutral nature of materials in his sculptures, reflecting on fragility and strength through modern languages.

Feb 14 • 09:17 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Encountering Strange Hometown Scenery from Local Artists 80-90 Years Ago

An exhibition at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Seoul showcases artworks depicting the hometown landscapes of local artists from 80-90 years ago, coinciding with the celebration of the 80th anniversary of Korea's liberation.

Feb 13 • 23:33 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Redefining Tradition: Panos Valsamakis and the Birth of Modern Greek Ceramics

Panos Valsamakis was a pioneering Greek ceramist who significantly influenced modern ceramic art in Greece, drawing inspiration from Greek folk traditions and combining it with modernist elements.

Feb 13 • 10:48 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Thomas Bayrle at the Schirn: Where Kim Kardashian Becomes Real Art

The Schirn in Frankfurt showcases the relevance of Thomas Bayrle's artistic concepts, blending individuality and collective imagery, with a focus on modern culture.

Feb 12 • 15:43 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The key works of the Gelman collection of Mexican art will return to their homeland for the first time in 20 years

Significant pieces from the Gelman collection of Mexican art will be on display in Mexico for the first time in two decades.

Feb 10 • 21:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Will Folk Paintings, the 'Face of the Era', Become Mainstream Art?

The discussion around whether Korean folk paintings, known as Minhwa, can become a major genre in contemporary Korean art is gaining traction as traditional motifs are increasingly incorporated into modern cultural products.

Feb 10 • 13:57 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

From Intimacy to Iconography: This Week's Cultural Selection

This article offers a selection of three cultural events highlighting works by artist Tracey Emin, exploring themes of intimacy, vulnerability, and public expression in her artworks.

Feb 9 • 07:17 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What Vero Lozano's House Is Like: French Style, Modern Art, and a Black Library

Television host Verónica Lozano resides in a French-style home in San Isidro, characterized by bohemian decor and spacious areas.

Feb 7 • 10:01 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

NASA will allow astronauts to take smartphones into space: 'They will fly with state-of-the-art smartphones'

NASA announces that astronauts will be permitted to bring modern smartphones into space to capture special moments for their families.

Feb 6 • 12:54 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

New Edition of 'The Muppet Show' on Disney+: The Art of Timeless Nonsense

The Muppets make a surprising and nostalgic return on Disney+ exactly 50 years after the show's original debut, maintaining a faithful yet modern approach.

Feb 5 • 13:10 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

The Sea of Skokino is a border, a grave, and a measure of European humanism

An exhibition titled 'Measure of the Sea: Octagon NMMU' by sculptor Stjepan Skoko has opened at the Zagreb space of the National Museum of Modern Art, showcasing a monumental installation originally designed for Bosnia and Herzegovina's presentation at the 60th Venice Biennale in 2024.

Feb 5 • 09:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Flavita Banana: modern merits

This article discusses the modern merits of Flavita Banana's illustrations and drawings as elements of opinion.

Feb 5 • 04:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

From Caravaggio to Bourgeois, the great masters come together to show the immortality of Ovid's 'Metamorphoses'

The National Gallery in the Netherlands showcases in Amsterdam the influence of Ovid's famous poem on art through works by masters such as Caravaggio, Bernini, and Titian, as well as modern artists like Magritte, Brancusi, and Bourgeois.

Feb 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

For years, he has photographed the most famous Croatian artists. Here is how he immortalized them!

The National Museum of Modern Art showcases Darko Bavoljak's photographic exhibition "Portraits of Artists 1990 – 1995" from February 5 to March 1, presenting black-and-white portraits of notable Croatian artists.

Feb 4 • 10:59 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Museum Education: Shaped by Violence and Eroticism

The Albertina Modern in Vienna is showcasing a retrospective of performance artist Marina Abramović, raising questions about cultural stereotypes in its presentation of her work.

Feb 4 • 09:36 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

New project by the creator of Warsaw's MSN. A pavilion that can withstand a storm and flood

The designer of the Warsaw Museum of Modern Art is completing a new project, the Wagner Pavilion in New York, which offers views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

Feb 4 • 04:00 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

The Man Who Revolutionized Art Without Reinventing It

Paul Cézanne, an isolated individualist, unintentionally became the father of modern art through his unique perspective on everyday subjects like apples and mountains.

Feb 3 • 13:42 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Vienna Exhibition Shows Why Marina Abramović Became a Superstar

The exhibition at Albertina Modern in Vienna showcases five decades of Marina Abramović's influential performance art, highlighting her evolution into a global star.

Jan 15 • 08:49 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Dame Tracey Emin, the artist who turned her own vulnerability, trauma, and body into a powerful artistic language, at Tate Modern in spring

In spring next year, Tate Modern will host the largest retrospective exhibition of one of the most influential and controversial contemporary artists, Dame Tracey Emin, featuring over forty years of her work.

Jan 11 • 18:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Life & Tech

Alberto Giacometti, the artist loved by the French

An extraordinary exhibition at the Musée d’Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris showcases the life and work of Alberto Giacometti, highlighting his significant contributions as one of the major sculptors of the century.

Jan 10 • 23:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Colombian artist Beatriz González dies at 93

Colombian artist Beatriz González, a prominent figure in contemporary Latin American art, has passed away at the age of 93.

Jan 10 • 00:19 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

The Musical Space Traveler Bowie was a Renaissance Artist of Modern Times. He Played, Composed and Painted

David Bowie, known for his constant experimentation and influence in music and style, is remembered as a pioneering figure in glam rock who passed away ten years ago.

Jan 8 • 11:06 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Oriol Maspons, in a small jar

The article critiques the limited review of Oriol Maspons, a significant figure in modern Spanish photography, by RABASF, expressing a desire for more comprehensive coverage.

Jan 8 • 04:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Sala Parés Shows How Modernity Slipped into Interwar Art

The exhibition 'Figurations between Wars, 1914-1945' at Sala Parés in Barcelona explores the coexistence of classical and modern figurative art during the turbulent times of the 20th century.

Jan 5 • 14:26 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Art after Fukushima: Seems to Be a Too Modern Operation

The article discusses a presentation by Theresa Deichert in Düsseldorf, highlighting how Japanese artists responded to the Fukushima disaster by countering the resumption of exploitation.

Jan 5 • 13:35 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

The Family of Henri Matisse Donated Over 60 Works to the Paris Museum

The Museum of Modern Art in Paris has received a donation of over 60 works by French painter Henri Matisse, including paintings, drawings, posters, illustrated books, and a sculpture, from the wife of Matisse's grandson following a successful exhibition.

Jan 2 • 14:49 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Ivona Šimunović, who will take office as acting director of DLJI starting January 19, exhibits at Josip Račić Gallery

The National Museum of Modern Art will open an exhibition titled 'Stories Backward' featuring recent works by Dubrovnik artist Ivona Šimunović on January 9, which will be on display until February 1.

Jan 2 • 14:15 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Born deaf-mute, died young in a mental hospital. The greatest Croatian painter

Slava Raškaj, a deaf-mute painter born in Croatia, made significant contributions to Croatian modern art before her untimely death at a mental hospital.

Jan 2 • 09:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

The unstoppable rise of 'plush art': why museums have become the toy room of modern culture?

The article explores the trend of 'plush art' in modern museums and how it reflects contemporary culture's playful and kitsch elements.

Dec 31 • 18:17 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

Here are China's low-cost missiles: how Beijing revolutionizes the art of war

China is aiming to revolutionize modern warfare with its introduction of low-cost hypersonic missiles, potentially making it economically unsustainable for rivals to defend their military infrastructures.

Dec 30 • 06:00 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

Adjaye's New Building for the Studio Museum Harlem: A Statement of Black Concrete

The newly opened Studio Museum Harlem, designed by David Adjaye, represents a significant architectural landmark in Harlem, raising questions about the museum's role in the modern discourse on Black art.

Dec 29 • 13:44 UTC

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