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.
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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.
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.
AP's Vertical Photography Revolutionises Visual Storytelling
Discover how award-winning Associated Press photojournalists are redefining visual storytelling with breathtaking vertical photography that captures life's most compelling moments.
Met Museum Vandalised: Paintings Torn from Walls
A brazen act of vandalism at New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art has left priceless artworks damaged after a visitor deliberately tore paintings from their mountings. Joshua Vavrin faces multiple charges following the disturbing incident that has shaken
V&A East: Unapologetically Diverse Museum Targets Gen Z
The new V&A East museum in Stratford's Olympic Park promises to revolutionise museum culture with diverse collections and radical accessibility for younger audiences.
Philadelphia Museum CEO fired after just 18 months
Sasha Suda's abrupt departure from the Philadelphia Museum of Art marks a stunning reversal for the director who promised transformative change. Discover the inside story behind the museum's latest leadership crisis.
APS Photographers Capture 2024's Most Powerful Global Moments
An extraordinary visual journey across continents as award-winning Associated Press photographers document the raw emotion, conflict, and beauty shaping our world today.
Artist apologises for Nazi camp-style Instagram arch
A US artist faces widespread condemnation after creating an Instagram arch resembling Nazi concentration camp gates, forcing difficult conversations about artistic responsibility and Holocaust memory.
Tutankhamun Mask Exhibited Amid Typhoon Aftermath
London's cultural scene dazzles with Egyptian treasures while dramatic photography captures typhoon devastation across Asia in today's compelling visual narrative.
Guardian readers showcase stunning photography from Kerala to UK
Discover the breathtaking diversity of Guardian readers' photography, capturing everything from traditional Indian martial arts to charming British countryside moments in this exclusive visual showcase.
Namibia demands return of sacred artefacts from US
In a significant move for cultural restitution, Namibia is formally demanding the return of sacred objects and human remains from museums in the United States, including Harvard and the Smithsonian.
Museum of Youth Culture Opens in London's Soho
Discover the vibrant history of British youth culture at London's newest museum, featuring rare photographs, fashion, and memorabilia from decades of teenage rebellion and style.
Ancient Roman 'Pandora' bracelet found in Kent drain
A routine drain clearance at Bluewater shopping centre reveals a mysterious Roman-era bracelet bearing the name 'Pandora', leaving archaeologists and staff utterly speechless.
£1 junk shop vase valued at £30,000 on Antiques Roadshow
A seemingly ordinary vase bought for just £1 in a Welsh junk shop turned out to be a priceless 18th-century Chinese treasure, stunning Antiques Roadshow experts with its £30,000 valuation.
William Scott's lost paintings found in Somerset museum
A remarkable collection of early William Scott paintings, hidden from public view for over seven decades, has been rediscovered at the Museum of Somerset in Taunton, offering fresh insights into the artist's celebrated career.
London commuter's phone photo wins photography award
Discover the remarkable story behind Guillaume Lavrut's award-winning mobile phone photograph, captured during an ordinary London commute that turned into an extraordinary moment.
Manchester bakery CCTV captures living art masterpiece poses
A Manchester bakery's CCTV captured something extraordinary as night-time visitors began striking poses that perfectly mimicked famous artworks, creating an accidental gallery of living masterpieces.
Bugonia and All's Fair Lead British Art Rock Renaissance
London's underground music scene erupts as These New Puritans, Pluribus, and Cat Burns redefine contemporary British sound in a spectacular cultural comeback.
World in 20 Pictures: This Week's Visual Journey
From Westminster's political dramas to Tokyo's tranquil gardens, The Guardian's weekly photo essay captures the world in 20 breathtaking frames that tell stories beyond words.
Cattrlan's $6M Banana Art Exhibited at Blenheim Palace
The provocative artwork that shocked New York's art world arrives at Britain's Blenheim Palace, challenging conventions in historic surroundings.
Wollongong art row: Jesus in Aboriginal colours sparks fury
A Wollongong art exhibition featuring Jesus Christ portrayed in Aboriginal flag colours has ignited fierce community debate, with critics labelling it 'deeply offensive' while supporters defend it as cultural dialogue.
Art Detectives: Hunt for Fake Old Masters
Christopher Stevens reviews BBC's gripping new art world investigation series where experts uncover forged masterpieces in this thrilling cultural whodunnit.
Artes Mundi 11: Wales Hosts Major Contemporary Art Prize
The prestigious Artes Mundi 11 prize exhibition launches across Wales, featuring eight international artists competing for £40,000 award. Discover groundbreaking contemporary art in Cardiff, Llandudno and Aberystwyth until March 2025.
Met Museum sued over Van Gogh's Nazi-era history
The prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art confronts a landmark lawsuit claiming a valuable Van Gogh masterpiece was unlawfully seized from a Jewish collector during Nazi persecution.
Kyiv museum launches African art exhibition during war
In a powerful act of cultural resilience, Kyiv's Khanenko Museum opens 'Africa: The Art of a Continent' exhibition, showcasing African masterpieces while Ukraine continues to defend its sovereignty.
Halloween's Medieval Roots: Britain's Monastic Origins
Discover how medieval British monasteries, not American imports, shaped the Halloween we know today. Uncover the supernatural stories of monks and nuns that gave birth to All Hallows' Eve traditions.
Intimate Portraits Reveal the Resilience of Everyday Afghans
Award-winning photographer Lorenzo Tugnoli's powerful new collection captures the quiet dignity and enduring spirit of Afghan citizens navigating life amid political upheaval and economic hardship.
Elmet's Haunting Theatre Triumph in Bradford
Fiona Mozley's Booker-shortlisted novel 'Elmet' receives a stunning theatrical adaptation at Bradford's Loading Bay theatre, delivering a powerful exploration of family, land, and vengeance in modern Yorkshire.
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