Jaqueline Humphries Survey Plays Hide-and-Seek
Published: January 6, 2026 20:54
The show at the Aspen Art Museum includes paintings and sculptures installed in brain-bending ways.
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Paris Art Dealer Found Guilty of Harassing Franceâs First Lady, Brigitte Macron
Published: January 6, 2026 20:21
Bertrand Scholler was among the main instigators, claiming that Macron was born male.
Venetian Palazzo Painted by Monet Goes Up for SaleâSee Pictures of a Lot for the Ages
https://www.artnews.com/list/art-news/news/venetian-palazzo-monet-christies-1234768911/
Published: January 6, 2026 19:34
The building was remodeled by Giovanni Dario in the 15th century.
France and Mexico Celebrate the 200th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relationship with Loan Exchange of Pre-Hispanic Manuscripts
Published: January 6, 2026 18:43
The two codices are rarely on view in their respective libraries and don't travel.
M HKA Fires Back at Flemish Government, Denouncing Plan to Close Museum as Illegal
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/m-hka-flemish-government-plan-legal-review-1234768894/
Published: January 6, 2026 17:15
Artists such as Anish Kapoor and Emilia Kabakov have sought the removal of their work.
Louvre Walkout Targets Proposed âMona Lisaâ Gallery as Tensions Rise Over Museumâs Planned Renovation
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/louvre-walkout-targets-new-mona-lisa-gallery-1234768892/
Published: January 6, 2026 16:52
The walkout comes amid growing controversy over the LouvreâNouvelle Renaissance overhaul, and a proposed "Mona Lisa" solo gallery.
The USâs Only Weather Museum May Have to Close Due to Poor Funding
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/national-weather-museum-oklahoma-closure-risk-1234768883/
Published: January 6, 2026 15:45
It is currently raising money to stay open.
Defaults on Art Loans Soar, Impact of Australiaâs Social Media Ban on Museums, Writer Takes Aim at Singapore Biennial: Morning Link for January 6, 2025
Published: January 6, 2026 14:08
Here's what we're reading this morning, folks.
Defaults on Non-Bank Art Loans Rise by 17% Amid Marketâs Struggles, Report Finds
Published: January 6, 2026 11:50
Despite this, the market for art-backed loans is growing.
The Egyptologistsâ Guide to the Grand Egyptian Museum
https://www.artnews.com/list/art-news/news/grand-egyptian-museum-must-see-works-guide-1234768556/
Published: January 6, 2026 09:30
Planning a trip to Egypt? We asked leading Egyptologists to share their must-see artifacts at the newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum.
More and More âExtraordinaryâ Artist Visas Are Going to Social Media Influencers, Say Immigration Lawyers
Published: January 5, 2026 21:10
The system has been âwatered down,â says one attorney.
2,000-Year-Old Cemetery and Industrial Complex Discovered in Western Egypt
Published: January 5, 2026 21:08
Some 10,000 fish bones were uncovered in two rooms of the large multi-room building.
Lucia Di Luciano, Italian Painter Whose Abstractions Anticipated Digital Futures, Dies at 93
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/lucia-di-luciano-painter-dead-1234768776/
Published: January 5, 2026 20:02
An appearance in the 2022 Venice Biennale revived interest in her art.
Long-Lost Harry Bertoia Sculpture Is Installed in GMâs Global Headquarters
Published: January 5, 2026 19:56
A 1970 masterwork by the famed mid-century sculptor went on view in December.
7 Books Weâre Looking Forward to in January
Published: January 5, 2026 19:53
New year, new books. Want to set a Goodreads goal or stave off SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)? The seven fresh, art-related tomes below can help.
Dib Bangkok Opens at a Critical Turning Point in the Thai Art Scene
Published: January 5, 2026 18:56
Dib Bangkok is billed as Thailandâs first international-standard contemporary art museum.
John P. Axelrod, Prominent Boston Collector, Killed in Hit-and-Run at 79
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/john-p-axelrod-dead-collector-1234768773/
Published: January 5, 2026 18:32
He was a patron of the MFA Boston, Addison Gallery, and Yale University Art Gallery.
Louvre Reopens After Delay, With Some Galleries Closed Amid Staff Strike
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/louvre-reopens-delay-galleries-closed-staff-strike-1234768758/
Published: January 5, 2026 17:29
Unions representing Louvre staff say employees are overworked and that the museum is understaffed and poorly managed.
Artist and Curator Withdraw âLast SupperââInspired Painting from Indiaâs Top Biennial After Protests
Published: January 5, 2026 17:26
The show, closed since last week, opened shortly after the work was removed.
Man Steals Sword from Parisian Statue of Joan of Arc, Motive Unknown
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/man-steals-sword-paris-joan-of-arc-1234768750/
Published: January 5, 2026 17:02
The vandalism occurred Monday morning, in broad daylight.
Suzanne Landau to Step Down as Director of the Israel Museum
https://www.artnews.com/artnews/news/suzanne-landau-step-down-as-director-israel-museum-1234768721/
Published: January 5, 2026 16:53
The Israel Museum has experienced frequent leadership turnover over the past decade.
India Unveils Repatriated Buddha-Linked Artifacts in New Show: âA Very Special Dayâ
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/india-unveils-piprahwa-relics-buddha-narendra-modi-1234768711/
Published: January 5, 2026 16:35
Some of the Piprahwa relics were expected to sell at Sotheby's before the auction was called off.
Influencers and Only Fans Models Dominating US Artist Visas, British Museum to Hire Specialist to Recover Stolen Artifacts: Morning Links for January 5, 2025
Published: January 5, 2026 14:58
Here's what we're reading this morning, folks.
British Museum to Hire Specialist to Find Missing Gold âBefore Itâs Melted Downâ
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/british-museum-specialist-find-missing-gold-1234768701/
Published: January 5, 2026 12:19
The museum told ARTnews that the new role will involve a lot of "archival research." (Sorry to disappoint any intrepid, budding Indiana Jones types looking for adventure.)
Kathleen Goncharov, Esteemed Curator and Artist, Dies at 73
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/kathleen-goncharov-curator-dead-1234768679/
Published: January 2, 2026 21:36
She curated performances for Just Above Midtown and organized Fred Wilson's 2003 US Pavilion in Venice.
Zohran Mamdani Uses Historic Qurâan at His Swearing-In Ceremony
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/zohran-mamdani-mayor-swearing-in-ceremony-quran-1234768673/
Published: January 2, 2026 20:52
He took his oath of office on a 200-year-old example of Islamâs most important religious text.
At Indiaâs Top Biennial, A Painting Referencing âThe Last Supperâ Sparks Protests and Backlash
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/kochi-muziris-biennale-closure-christian-protests-1234768658/
Published: January 2, 2026 19:56
Tom Vattakuzhy, the artist behind the piece, said he had not meant to offend.
Erie Art Museum Refuses to Return âAbandonedâ Painting to Daughter of Late Local Artist
Published: January 2, 2026 19:15
The disputed painting of house boats was submitted to a juried exhibition at the museum in 1966 and never reclaimed.
Amid Ongoing Layoffs, Brown University âTerminatesâ Both Bell Gallery Curators, Rankling Faculty
Published: January 2, 2026 18:46
Kate Kraczon and Thea Quiray Tagle had organized attention-getting shows that were funded by major foundations.
After an Audit Found Irregularities, Baltimoreâs Lewis Museum Says Itâs On the Road to Compliance
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/audit-irregularities-baltimore-lewis-museum-1234768649/
Published: January 2, 2026 18:33
The museum kept signed blank checks lying around, an audit found.
Works by Salvador DalĂ, Piet Mondrian, Paul Klee, and More Have Officially Entered the Public Domain
https://www.artnews.com/list/art-news/news/public-domain-2026-artworks-1234768608/
Published: January 2, 2026 16:54
With some important exceptions, these pieces can now be used freely.
2,000-Year-Old âExtensive Industrial Complexâ and Roman Cemetery Found in Egypt
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/industrial-complex-roman-cemetery-egypt-1234768617/
Published: January 2, 2026 15:58
The discovery suggests the area was fertile ground for civilization and exchange in the Mediterranean.
Trump Rings in 2026 at Mar-a-Lago With Auction of Jesus Painting for $2.75Â M.
Published: January 2, 2026 15:37
Artist Vanessa Horabuena painted a portrait of Jesus Christ on stage, which Trump then personally auctioned.
UK Museums Increasingly Turning to Public to Make Decisions, Trump Auctions Off Jesus Christ Painting for $2.75 M.: Morning Links for January 2, 2026
Published: January 2, 2026 14:24
Here's what we're reading this morning, folks.
2026 Preview: 20 Museum Openings, Art Exhibitions, Fairs, and Biennials to Look Forward To
Published: January 2, 2026 10:00
The Venice Biennale and a Marcel Duchamp retrospective highlight a busy year.
Archeologists Uncover Frescoes of âVibrant Peacocks and Masksâ at Villa di Poppea Outside Naples
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/archeologists-uncover-frescoes-villa-di-poppea-1234768549/
Published: December 31, 2025 21:10
The villa was buried when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 CE.
Bad Bunny Gets Backlash from Mexican Cultural Authorities for Touching Museum Artifact
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/bad-bunny-backlash-artifact-mexico-museum-1234768524/
Published: December 31, 2025 20:14
The musician was reportedly warned repeatedly by security not touch the artifact.
A Guide to the 2026 Venice Biennale National Pavilions
https://www.artnews.com/list/art-news/news/2026-venice-biennale-national-pavilions-1234729939/
Published: December 31, 2025 20:05
Here's a list of every pavilion that has been announced so far.
2025 Was the Year Luxury Truly Became Part of the Art Fair Playbook. But Whereâs the Line?
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/art-fairs-luxury-collaborations-2025-market-1234768449/
Published: December 31, 2025 19:14
Are these luxury brand partnerships just sophisticated marketing strategies, or can they genuinely enrich the art fair ecosystem?
A Sonic Sculpture Played by Charli XCX Is the Yearâs Breakout Instrument
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/charli-xcx-sound-sculpture-amanda-camenisch-1234768492/
Published: December 31, 2025 18:43
A sculptural harp by the artist Amanda Camenisch featured in the queer fairy tale, '100 Nights Of Hero.'
Frank Lloyd Wright, Under the Sway of Solomon Guggenheimâs Curator, Applied Leeches and Had All His Teeth Pulled
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/frank-lloyd-wright-guggenheim-leeches-teeth-pulled-1234768289/
Published: December 31, 2025 18:13
What would the famed architect believe today?
Lost Spanish Colonial Mission on Texas Frontier Is Rediscovered
Published: December 31, 2025 16:51
Nuestra Señora del EspĂritu Santo was one of the earliest outposts of Europe's colonial frontier in Texas.
Norman Rockwell Was âAntifa,â Says the Artistâs Granddaughter
Published: December 31, 2025 15:57
She slammed DHS for using his art in posts about what she called a "segregationist vision of America."
The Top 10 ARTnews Stories of 2025
https://www.artnews.com/list/art-news/news/top-10-artnews-stories-of-2025-most-read-1234767202/
Published: December 31, 2025 10:00
From legal battles to high-profile collabs, see what kept our readers scrolling.
Tristram Hunt, Director of V&A Museum, Gets Knighthood in King Charlesâ 2026 New Year Honors List
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/tristram-hunt-v-and-a-museum-director-knighted-1234768442/
Published: December 30, 2025 21:26
National Trust chief Hilary McGrady was awarded a CBE while curator Ekow Eshun got an OBE.
Palestinian Artists Speak Out, Stolen Shield Returns to View, and More: Morning Links for December 30, 2025
Published: December 30, 2025 17:46
Here's what we're reading this morning.
Istanbul Biennial Ends Early After Curator Resigns Due to âPersonal Circumstancesâ
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/istanbul-biennial-ends-early-curator-resigns-1234768363/
Published: December 30, 2025 17:36
Christine Tohmé's exhibition was initially set to unfold over three years.
Amit Berman Joins Fabienne Levy Gallery, Kevin Umaña Joins the Pit, and More: Industry Moves for December 30, 2025
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/industry-moves-december-30-2025-1234768365/
Published: December 30, 2025 17:04
Happy almost New Year!