Dorset Almshouse Finds £3.5m Flemish Masterpiece
A 15th-century Flemish triptych, hidden for centuries in a Dorset almshouse, has been valued at £3.5m. The artwork will be sold to fund social housing projects in Sherborne.
Category : Arts
Global Photos: Kyiv Attacks, Hockney Drone Display & UK News
From Russian attacks on Kyiv to a stunning drone portrait of David Hockney in Saltaire - The Guardian's picture editors select Friday's most powerful global images.
Justin Peck's Royal Ballet Premiere in Pictures
Explore stunning visuals from Justin Peck's Royal Ballet premiere. Witness how the American choreographer transforms classical dance with contemporary energy.
Hambling, Lucas and Kapoor Headline Major UK Art Shows
Major exhibitions from Maggi Hambling, Sarah Lucas and Anish Kapoor dominate the UK art scene this week. Discover where to see these groundbreaking shows.
Readers Share Their Favourite Photo Booth Moments
Discover the heartwarming and hilarious photo booth stories from Guardian readers across the UK. Share your own memorable moment today!
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.
Shrigley's £1m Rope Art Challenges Art World Values
David Shrigley's Exhibition of Old Rope, priced at £1 million, offers a witty critique of art market excess. Discover this thought-provoking London installation.
George Lucas's $1bn LA Museum Sets 2026 Opening
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, a $1 billion project by George Lucas, will open in Los Angeles on 22 September 2026. Discover the stunning collection.
Grayson Perry artwork permanently acquired for Scotland
National Galleries Scotland permanently acquires Sir Grayson Perry's epic satire 'The American Dream'. See the 239cm print at Edinburgh's Modern One gallery.
Grayson Perry artwork acquired for Scotland's nation
Sir Grayson Perry's satirical print 'The American Dream' has been acquired for the nation and is now on permanent display at Modern One gallery in Edinburgh.
Art boosts mental health by 22% reveals UK study
Discover how Van Gogh exhibitions and creative wisdom from Ali Smith and Tracey Emin can reduce stress and enhance daily life. Learn to live artfully today.
Kahlo's 'El sueño' Could Fetch $60m, Smashing Records
Frida Kahlo's painting 'El sueño (La cama)' is expected to fetch up to $60 million at Sotheby's, potentially becoming the most expensive work by a female or Latin American artist. Discover the story behind this masterpiece.
Protesters disrupt Nigeria museum event in artefacts row
Activists stormed a Lagos museum event amid growing controversy over looted African artefacts. The protest highlights escalating demands for restitution of cultural treasures.
Frida Kahlo Work May Fetch $60m in Record Auction
Frida Kahlo's masterpiece 'El sueño (La cama)' heads to auction with estimates up to $60 million, potentially breaking records for female and Latin American artists. Discover the story behind this iconic work.
BBC doc explores Turner's neurodivergence
A groundbreaking BBC documentary investigates whether JMW Turner's artistic genius was shaped by neurodivergence and childhood trauma, examining 37,000 sketches.
APS Reveals 2024's Top Photojournalism Award Winners
Discover the breathtaking winning images from the prestigious APS photojournalism awards 2024. See the world through the lenses of master photographers.
British Museum to Challenge Samurai Myths in 2026
A groundbreaking British Museum exhibition in 2026 will dismantle modern samurai myths, revealing the complex reality of women warriors and artistic patrons. Book tickets from November.
British Artist's Crucified Trump Art Sparks Backlash
Mason Storm's controversial 'Saint or Sinner' sculpture depicting Donald Trump on a cross-shaped gurney has drawn crowds and criticism in Switzerland. Discover the public reaction.
Artists transform Pablo Escobar's hippos into political art
Colombian artists critique narco-excess through powerful exhibition featuring Pablo Escobar's hippos. Discover how invasive species became political symbols.
Hockney's Exuberant New Show at 88
At 88, David Hockney unveils his most vibrant show yet in Mayfair, proving his artistic curiosity and joy remain undimmed. Discover the master's latest works.
Head On Portrait Prize 2025 Winners Announced
Discover the powerful winning portraits from the 2025 Head On festival, showcasing global photography talent. Explore the stories behind the images at Sydney's Bondi Pavilion Gallery until 30 November.
Joseph Wright and Diane Arbus Exhibitions Guide
Explore major exhibitions of Joseph Wright of Derby and Diane Arbus in London this week. Discover must-see art events and cultural highlights across the UK.
Diane Arbus: A brutally truthful vision of humanity
A major new exhibition reveals Diane Arbus's unflinching photographic vision that continues to challenge and captivate audiences decades later.
Lost Florentine Diamond Found in Canada After Century
One of history's most famous missing diamonds, the 137-carat Florentine, has been identified in a Canadian private collection after vanishing for nearly 100 years, reveals groundbreaking research.
The Enduring Magic of Photo Booth Pictures
Discover why photo booth pictures hold a special place in British hearts and share your own cherished memories from these iconic machines.
Daniel Arnold's Raw Portraits of New York City Life
Acclaimed photographer Daniel Arnold captures the vibrant, chaotic, and deeply human moments of New York City in his stunning new collection, offering an intimate glimpse into the soul of the metropolis.
Photo Booth Confessions: Writers Share Chaotic Snapshots
Discover the raw, unfiltered stories behind photo booth pictures as nine acclaimed writers share their most cherished and chaotic snapshots in this intimate collection.
Wifredo Lam: MoMA's Revolutionary Cuban Art Exhibition
Discover the revolutionary art of Wifredo Lam in MoMA's major autumn exhibition, featuring rare works that challenged colonial narratives and redefined modernism.
1914 Time Capsule Found in Utah Church Reveals Japantown History
Construction workers in Salt Lake City make astonishing discovery of 1914 time capsule containing perfectly preserved artefacts from Japantown's early immigrant community.
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.
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