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Tate acquires paintings by artist and suffragette Sylvia Pankhurst
As the centenary for women’s suffrage comes to a close, Tate announced the acquisition of four watercolours by Sylvia Pankhurst (1882-1960), a well-known artist and women’s rights campaigner. The 1907 […]
Painting by Frederick Banting brings in 10 times its estimate at auction
In 1921, Canadian physician Frederick Banting and medical student Charles Best discovered insulin, revolutionizing diabetes treatment and research. Recently, Banting made headlines yet again, though this time it had less […]
Kerry James Marshall Mural Remains in Chicago Public Library
On 115 South Pulaski Avenue, on the upstairs wall of the Legler Branch public Library in Chicago’s West Garfield neighborhood, hangs a rare treasure: a mural by the famed artist […]
Leonardo da Vinci loans spark tensions between France and Italy
As 2019 quickly approaches, so does the 500th anniversary of Leonardo da Vinci’s passing. At the time of his death on May 2nd, 1519, the Italian artist, aged 67, was […]
Five controversial actions by Banksy
With his artistic origins rooted in the subculture of graffiti, Banksy aims to provoke by making his audience reflect on social and political issues. He started his career with stencils, […]
Russian billionaire Dmitry Rybolovlev launches $380 million USD lawsuit against Sotheby’s
The Bouvier Affair evolved further last week when Russian billionaire and notable art collector Dmitry Rybolovlev launched a $380 million USD lawsuit against Sotheby’s. Yves Bouvier, a Swiss arts dealer, has been alleged to […]
Swiss art sales draw interest, a Mosset sells for twice its expected value
Christie’s annual Swiss art auction in Zurich in September featured the likes of Felix Vallotton, Ferdinand Hodler, Giovanni Giacometti, and Albert Anker. The auction ultimately drew approximately CHF 5.4 million. The evening appeared […]
