Environmental and historical preservation groups have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging the plan to build a sculpture garden in Washington D.C.'s West Potomac Park. The suit argues the project violates laws protecting the National Mall.
Une tentative de restauration de sculptures sacrées à Carmo do Cajuru, Brésil, a tourné au scandale local. Les visages des statues ont été peints avec du rouge à lèvres et des sourcils broussailleux, provoquant la colère des habitants et une enquête pour vandalisme.
NCERT has restored the original "Dancing Girl" figurine image in its Class IX arts textbook after media reports highlighted its altered version. The bronze artifact from Mohenjo-daro had its bare torso covered in the new edition, sparking controversy.
Le célèbre auteur de bande dessinée Enki Bilal voit son œuvre célébrée avec l'ouverture de son propre fonds à Paris, un espace dédié à la rencontre et à la transmission.
NCERT's new Class 9 arts textbook, 'Madhurima', features an altered image of the Indus Valley 'Dancing Girl' figurine with its torso covered, sparking debate over historical representation. The same artefact appears in its original form in a Class 6 textbook.
Artist Bettina Grossman, known as Bettina, lived reclusively in room 503 of NYC's Chelsea Hotel for 40 years, creating vast amounts of art. Her work is now gaining recognition.
A provocative sculpture of a Japanese sex doll's torso, titled "Eva," is part of a pop-up art exhibition at Bellevue Palace, the German president's official residence. The exhibition "Freiraum Kunst" explores themes of democracy and artistic freedom.
A provocative sculpture of a Japanese sex doll's torso, titled "Eva" by Alexandra Bircken, is on display at Bellevue Palace, the German president's official seat, as part of a pop-up art exhibition exploring themes of democracy and freedom of expression.
A unique 24-carat gold merino sheep trophy, valued at $100,000, was stolen from the Tasmanian Wool Centre in Ross last December. The Launceston City Council, which owned the trophy, received the insurance payout.
A unique 24-carat gold merino sheep trophy, valued at $100,000 and on loan from the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery, was stolen from the Tasmanian Wool Centre in Ross last December. Despite CCTV footage and a reward, the Ermenegildo Zegna Perpetual Trophy remains unrecovered.
Julie Newmar, iconic for her role as Catwoman in the 1960s Batman TV series, reflects on her life, career, spirituality, and her approach to beauty and challenges at 90, living with her son John who has Down’s syndrome.
The Met Gala faced controversy over Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos's $10m patronage, coinciding with protests against soaring inequality and Amazon worker conditions. Critics, including fashion insiders and a fictional movie plot, highlighted the disconnect between the event's glamour and real-world issues.
The Met Gala's $10m patronage by Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos sparked protests against inequality, with critics highlighting Amazon workers' conditions and the tech elite's cultural aspirations. Fashion insiders expressed discomfort, while a fictional movie mirrored real-world rumors, reflecting a broader cultural backlash.
West Bengal govt removed a controversial football sculpture outside Salt Lake Stadium, criticized by Sports Minister Nisith Pramanik as 'ugly' and 'grotesque'. Installed in 2017, the sculpture featured football legs merging with the Biswa Bangla logo. Pramanik linked its removal to infrastructure upgrades and a political shift, also noting the replacement of the Biswa Bangla logo with the Ashoka emblem.
A new art project, 'The People's Tree', will transform wood from the felled Sycamore Gap tree into a 'living archive' through participatory storytelling, sound, and sculpture, following a public vote. The initiative aims to foster reflection and connection inspired by the loss of the landmark.
Sculptor Roberto Ziranu has created two iron sculptures for the Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup preliminary regatta in Cagliari. The trophies, inspired by sails and Sardinian juniper, will be awarded to the winning teams.
Actor Mohanlal's residence in Kochi, Kerala, is gaining attention for its blend of nature, elegant interior design, and luxurious amenities like aquariums and a swimming pool. The house also showcases his passion for antiques and artwork.
Le Voyage à Nantes (VAN) a été condamné à verser 89.500 euros à un collectionneur pour une œuvre d'art dégradée. La sculpture de Gilles Barbier, exposée en 2021, a subi des dommages dus à la chaleur, et une restauration jugée insatisfaisante par le propriétaire. Le tribunal a jugé le VAN entièrement responsable.
Jota and his brother died in car accident last JulyMemorial will be position on 97 Avenue at AnfieldLiverpool have released images of a permanent memorial that is to be unveiled at Anfield in tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother, André Silva. Titled “Forever 20”, the memorial features a flowing heart sculpture inspired by Jota’s goal celebration. The numbers 20 and 30, Jota’s and Silva’s shirt numbers respectively, can also be seen from different angles.It will include the lyrics of the song Liverpool fans continue to sing in honour of Jota and is regarded as a celebration of the bond between the brothers, who died in a car accident last July. Continue reading...
China’s Chaka Salt Lake, a heaven-like tourist attraction hailed as a “mirror of the sky”, has hit the headlines over an “ugly” installation. The lake in northwestern China’s Qinghai province is famous for its mirror-like surface, formed as a result of the water’s high salt content. It was selected by an authoritative Chinese geography magazine as being among the top must-visit sites in China and received around 40,000 visitors daily last year. However, some people have complained that an...
Prosthetic make-up designer Mike Marino reveals how he created the supermodel's show-stopping costume for the annual event in New York.
Prosthetic make-up designer Mike Marino reveals how he created the supermodel's show-stopping costume for the annual event in New York.
Prosthetic make-up designer Mike Marino reveals how he created the supermodel's show-stopping costume for the annual event in New York.
