Commissioned by Gayane Umerova, President of the Uzbekistan Arts and Culture Development Foundation (ACDF), When Apricots Blossom draws its inspiration and title from a poem by the renowned Uzbek writer Hamid Olimjon. The exhibition traces the transformations of the Karakalpakstan region, from
While Milan was buzzing with its Art Week, Christie's in Paris focused on Italian art. Between April 15th and 16th, the 'Thinking Italian' section at the Avenue Matignon auction house saw all 11 lots offered achieve a 100% sell-through rate. The sale, celebrating its 25th anniversary, experienc
A dissident by birthright, an agitator by calling, and a global influencer before the term became a profession, Ai Weiwei has transformed his own life into a political performance. On April 29th, the Chinese artist arrives at MAXXI L'Aquila with the major exhibition Aftershock, curated by Tim
The grape berry is a natural treasure chest, with its pulp, skin, and seeds holding a delicate balance that, through sugar fermentation, transforms into wine. The skin and seeds concentrate color, aromas, and structure – elements invisible at first glance yet crucial to crafting exquisite wine
The Venice Pavilion for the 61st International Art Exhibition of the Biennale, scheduled to open to the public on May 9, 2026, is titled Persistent Notes (Note persistenti). Curated by Giovanna Zabotti, with the participation of Denis Isaia and Cesare Biasini Selvaggi, the project conceptualize
Curated by Lucia Peruzzi and supported by the Municipality of Modena, the exhibition Virtue and Grace presents a significant collection of 17th-century paintings from the BPER Group's collections, complemented by prestigious institutional and private loans. Located in the heart of Modena, the
An iconic work of art has become the subject of debate regarding the relationship between cultural heritage and public communication after being used in a political campaign. Florence is embroiled in controversy following the recent appearance of advertising banners featuring Michelangelo's Da
Curated by Serena D’Italia, Luca Mana, and Vittorio Natale, with a scientific committee comprising Roberto Bartalini, Francesco Frangi, and Edoardo Villata, the exhibition Giovanni Antonio Bazzi called Sodoma: Conquering the Renaissance offers a fresh retrospective on the painter's formative y
The denial of public funding for Simone Manetti's documentary 'Giulio Regeni – Tutto il male del mondo' has ignited a controversy, highlighting the intricate relationship between politics and culture. This case, which has gained significant public and institutional prominence, touches upon int
The exhibition "Nel solco dei tempi" (In the Wake of Time) at the Monumental Complex of the Pio Sodalizio dei Piceni in Rome features three artists: Vito Bongiorno, Angelo Colagrossi, and Mauro Magni. Contrasting with the imposing travertine facade of the late 16th-century church of San Salvat
In the 1920s, Aby Warburg, through the adage "The good Lord is in the detail" (an attribution debated, with Panofsky tracing it to Flaubert), outlined a fundamental interpretive method. Seventy years later, Daniel Arasse went further, identifying a "Religion of Detail" in certain modern artist
From May 8 to 10, 2026, Ancona will host Popsophia, a festival that this year centers its focus on the theme of "Melancholia." This multidisciplinary event, set to take place across the Teatro delle Muse, the Ridotto, and the Pinacoteca Civica Podesti, promises a unique blend of philosophy, mu