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Sotheby’s To Auction Stradivarius Violin For Est. $12M
A Stradivarius violin under New England Conservatory will be sold by Sotheby's for an estimated $12 million - $15 million.
The violin was crafted by Antonio Stradivarius in 1714. The instrument is particularly sought-after because it was…
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…
Restored Notre Dame Set To Reopen Next Week
Five years after a devastating fire, the iconic Notre Dame has finished restoration and will reopen this Sunday.
In April 2019, a major fire broke out in the 11th century church in Paris. The fire ravaged a significant portion of the…
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…
After Buying Cattelan’s Work, Justin Sun Eats The Banana
After buying the notorious work last week for $6.2 million, Chinese billionaire Justin Sun ate the banana at a public event.
Last week, one of the editions of the work by Maurizio Cattelan, dubbed ‘Comedian’, went up for auction at…
Banksy Mural, Along With Building, To Be Sold In Bristol
A Banksy mural titled ‘Well Hung Lover’ is set to be auctioned along with the Bristol building on whose wall it is.
‘Well Hung Mural’ first appeared on a building in Bristol in 2006. The mural depicted a naked man hanging outside the…
Groucho Club Closes After ‘Serious Crime’ Reported
The authorities have closed the iconic Groucho Club in London after a ‘serious crime’ occurred on its premises.
On Tuesday, the Westminster City Council revealed that the club's license had been revoked for 4 weeks. This happened at the…
Forgotten Caravaggio Goes On Public Display For The First Time
A forgotten 16th-century portrait by Caravaggio has hit the public display for the first time since its creation.
The work is a portrait of Maffeo Barberini, made by Caravaggio in 1598. The subject was a 30 years old Florentine…