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How the Petrodollar Shaped Contemporary Art: Capital, Power, and Environmental Critique
In the 1970s, a significant shift occurred in the global economic landscape with the creation of the petrodollar system. This arrangement tied oil sales to the US dollar, solidifying the currency's dominance not just as a medium of exchange…
Rebirth Through Art: Davide Mare Scotto, the Painter of Hope
Born in Turin in 1969, Davide Mare Scotto embodies a life shaped by both law and art—a duality that defines his journey and creative expression. A jurist by training and an artist by passion, Mare Scotto’s story is one of transformation,…
Postwar Art and the Bretton Woods Legacy: Shaping Culture and Critique in a Changing World
The Bretton Woods Conference, held in July 1944 in New Hampshire, was a pivotal event that brought together delegates from 44 countries to reshape the global economic landscape following World War II. The conference’s primary goal was to…
The Art of the Great Depression: A Reflection of Struggle and Resilience
The Great Depression of the 1930s left an indelible mark on global history, shaping not only economies but also art and culture. Triggered by the 1929 stock market crash, the economic collapse led to widespread unemployment, poverty, and…
The Gold Standard and Its Influence on Art and Culture in the 19th Century
The Gold Standard, introduced in the 19th century, marked a pivotal moment in global monetary stability. This monetary system tied the value of currency to gold, creating a framework where national currencies could be exchanged for a fixed…
The Era of Imperialism: How Economic History Influenced Global Art
The era of imperialism, characterized by European powers expanding into far-off lands, was a time of great contrasts and conflicts. This period of intense economic and political activity not only reshaped territories and trade but also had…
New Report Shows Dismal Reality Of UK Artists Since 2010
A report by the University of Glasgow has illuminated the declining condition and gender disparity among artists in the UK.
The “UK Visual Artists’ Earnings and Contracts Report 2024” was recently published by the University of Glasgow.…
How the Industrial Revolution Shaped Creative Expression
The Industrial Revolution marked a significant turning point in human history, bringing about radical changes in both the economy and society. This transformation also reshaped the artistic landscape. The period was characterized by rapid…
Fang Jingjing: A Journey Through Dreamscapes and Digital Realities
Recently, Fang Jingjing launched her latest exhibition, Firmament, at 4C Gallery, showcasing a series of 3D virtual artworks created by scanning real-world objects and assembling them using software. The exhibition integrates AI and Unreal…
The Influence of New World Gold on Art and Society: From Wealth to Masterpieces
When European ships first arrived on the shores of the Americas, they didn’t just discover new lands—they uncovered vast amounts of gold and silver. This influx of precious metals during the 16th and 17th centuries not only changed the…