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Helga de Alvear, key contemporary art gallerist, dies at 88

The German-Spanish collector has died in Madrid at the age of 88. She was a great patron of artists and a driving force behind ARCO, Spain's international contemporary art fair.

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Behind the scenes of Rubens’ restoration: A painting too large to move

Restorers at Antwerp’s Royal Fine Arts Museum are carefully restoring Peter Paul Rubens' massive 'Enthroned Madonna Adored by Saints' masterpiece in full view of the public.

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French ballet brings site-specific dance to Saudi Arabia’s AlUla

A unique dance performance staged in AlUla's desert, marked the pre-opening of Villa Hegra, a Saudi-French cultural institution that aims to unite art, heritage, and community.

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Chemnitz readies to celebrate year as European Capital of Culture 2025

Chemnitz officially begins its year as European Capital of Culture 2025 this weekend with a grand opening celebration, while later this year, Gorizia and Nova Gorica will also make history as Europe’s first ‘borderless’ Capitals of Culture.

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Brian Eno and Bette Adriaanse explore purpose of art in new book

Brian Eno’s first book in nearly three decades, co-written with artist Bette Adriaanse, offers a playful exploration of the purpose and impact of art on society.

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Swedish artist’s dream takes flight: Tiny red house heads to the moon

A Swedish artist’s 25-year dream has come true as his miniature red house, "Moonhouse," is launched into space, aiming to become a lasting art installation on the moon’s surface.

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Gaza Biennale protest takes place outside London’s ICA

Activists gathered outside London’s Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA) to show support for the Gaza Biennale and protest the ICA’s alleged sponsorship ties.

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Shortlist for 2025 Prix Marcel Duchamp unveiled

The shortlist for the prestigious Prix Marcel Duchamp, France’s top contemporary art award, has been revealed. Four artists are vying for the €90,000 prize, to be announced later this year.

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From Tracey Emin to Ancient Egypt: The art openings to catch in 2025

With groundbreaking biennials, major exhibitions and highly anticipated museum debuts, 2025 promises an exciting year of art openings across Europe and beyond.

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Read the new print magazine dedicated to AI-generated art

The German-founded biannual publication showcases groundbreaking AI art and explores the fusion of human and machine creativity.

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Berlin moves ahead with €130 million culture budget cuts amid protests

Berlin's government has approved a €130 million cut to its cultural budget for 2025, defying weeks of protests and warnings from the arts sector about potential closures and the city’s cultural standing.

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Claire Tabouret chosen to design Notre-Dame's stained-glass windows

Notre-Dame Cathedral is set to install new stained glass windows by artist Claire Tabouret as part of its €846 million renovation, sparking debate over the removal of historical pieces.

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Naomi Beckwith named artistic director of Documenta 16

The chief curator of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York, Naomi Beckwith, will lead Documenta 16 in Kassel in 2027, becoming the first Black woman to helm the event.

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Banksy and Damien Hirst works recovered in Poland

Polish authorities say they have successfully recovered a collection of stolen artworks by Banksy, Damien Hirst, and other high-profile artists, valued at more than €175,000.

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Saudi Arabia to contribute €50m to Pompidou renovations in Paris

As part of a bilateral deal between France and Saudi Arabia, the two countries will contribute to each other's major culture projects over the next decade.

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Qatar 365 team looks back at some of our favourite moments in 2024

In partnership with Media City

From visiting Qatar’s vibrant arts and culture scene to exploring contemporary twists on traditional places of worship and discovering why sports like MMA and Padel are rapidly gaining popularity, the Qatar 365 team reminisced over some of our highlights of 2024.

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La Fête des Lumières transforms Lyon for its 25th year anniversary

La Fête des Lumières in Lyon celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, attracting millions of visitors with stunning light shows that merge tradition, innovation and environmental themes.

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Here's what you can't miss at Art Basel Miami Beach 2024

From Pablo Picasso's masterpieces to a striking xenomorph Alien sculpture, Art Basel Miami Beach has something for everyone. Here's your guide.

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Shelter: Helsinki Biennial 2025 asks humans to take a step back

The Helsinki Biennial 2025 will be titled ‘Shelter: Below and beyond, becoming and belonging’, organisers have announced. Eschewing people-centric perspectives, the Biennial’s third edition will feature non-human protagonists.

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Koyo Kouoh appointed curator of 2026 Venice Biennale

The renowned Swiss-Cameroonian curator will make history as the first African woman to helm the prestigious art event.