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Melania Trump reveals White House Christmas decorations

First Lady Melania Trump unveils the 2025 White House Christmas theme 'Home Is Where The Heart Is', featuring 51 trees, a Lego Trump portrait, and a nod to America's 250th birthday. Explore the festive transformation.

Unseen Lucian Freud works in major 2026 exhibition

The National Portrait Gallery will unveil a major collection of unseen Lucian Freud drawings and paintings in 2026. Discover the artist's creative process in 'Drawing into Painting' from 12 February.

Women Photographers 1900-1975 Exhibition at NGV

Discover the groundbreaking work of over 80 female photographers in the National Gallery of Victoria's major new exhibition, running until May 2026. Explore their legacy now.

Meghan Markle's personalised cappuccino at Polo Lounge

Discover how the Duchess of Sussex was honoured with a photorealistic portrait in her coffee at LA's Polo Lounge, a privilege the author fought to experience. Uncover the secrets of this exclusive Beverly Hills treat.

Klimt portrait sells for £179.7m at Sotheby's auction

Gustav Klimt's 'Portrait of Elisabeth Lederer' has sold for a staggering £179.7m at Sotheby's, becoming the second most expensive artwork ever sold at auction. Discover the story behind this record-breaking sale.

Discover Joseph Wright's Derby Inspiration

Explore Derby and the Peak District through the eyes of Joseph Wright. A new London exhibition celebrates the artist inspired by industry and sublime landscapes.

Louvre closes gallery due to structural weaknesses

The Louvre Museum closes its Campana Gallery after an audit reveals structural beam weaknesses. This comes weeks after a major jewellery heist. Discover the latest on the museum's challenges.

King Charles marks 77th birthday with new portrait

King Charles beams in a new official portrait released for his 77th birthday. The monarch is celebrating with engagements in South Wales amidst ongoing royal duties and health treatment.

Shrigley's £1 Million Old Rope Art Exhibition Opens

Turner Prize-nominated artist David Shrigley exhibits a 10-tonne pile of discarded rope priced at £1 million. Explore this provocative statement on art's value at London's Stephen Friedman Gallery.

Joseph Wright's Shadows Illuminate National Gallery

Discover how Joseph Wright of Derby's revolutionary use of light and shadow creates theatrical masterpieces in the National Gallery's stunning new exhibition that reveals Britain's industrial dawn.

Beauty store photo captures everyday artistry

Discover the remarkable story behind Victor Wedderburn's acclaimed photograph capturing beauty store worker Melanie Janet, revealing the hidden artistic moments in everyday London life.

Wright of Derby: National Gallery's Revolutionary Exhibition

London's National Gallery unveils a groundbreaking exhibition exploring Joseph Wright of Derby's masterful use of light and scientific themes, positioning the 18th-century artist as Britain's first true painter of the Enlightenment era.

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