Art

December 4, 2024

Sculpture Bought for $6 and Used as Doorstop Is Actually 18th-Century Marble Bust Worth $3M

In 1930, Scotland’s Highlands Council bought an 18th-century marble bust for £5 (about $6.35) at auction (approximately £408 or $517 in today’s money, adjusted for inflation), not realizing its rich history. Now, nearly 100 years later, the bust has been valued at an incredible £2.5 million (a little over $3 million). The bust depicts Sir John Gordon, a prominent landowner and presumed founder of the town of Invergordon in Scotland.

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November 27, 2024

Takashi Murakami Reinvents Japanese Art History in Upcoming Gagosian Exhibition

If you see a bright explosion of flowers and bizarre yet kawaii characters, chances are it’s a Takashi Murakami piece. Throughout his career, the Japanese artist has created artwork that brilliantly merges pop culture, high art, and consumerism; solidifying himself as one of the world’s most renowned contemporary artists. This December, an exhibition at Gagosian’s London gallery will explore Murakami’s layered relationship to art history.

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November 24, 2024

Vibrant New Mural Celebrates the Creativity of Manchester’s Northern Quarter

Known for its lively nightlife, independent shops, and vibrant arts scene, Manchester’s Northern Quarter boasts a unique and creative character. The neighborhood has been home to a diverse array of graffiti murals, street art, and public installations throughout its history. Now, the Northern Quarter serves as a fitting backdrop for a new mural by the artistic duo SNIK.

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November 20, 2024

Dazzling Mosaic Birds Soar Across the Walls of a Subway Station in Manhattan

When the New York City subway first opened in 1904, its founders declared the system a “great public work,” one that not only offered an efficient mode of transportation but an opportunity to indulge in beautiful ornamentation. Since 1985, MTA Arts & Design has furthered this ambition, commissioning stunning artworks that decorate subway stations across New York.

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