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Introduction Spain has embarked on its six-month presidency of the European Union with a notable agenda: the enhancement of working conditions for artists and cultural workers across the EU’s 27 member states. However, critics argue that Spain’s domestic labour reforms, initiated at the beginning of the year and currently stuck in political uncertainty, fall short […]
Roman Abramovich’s Extensive Art Collection Unveiled A recent investigation by The Guardian has shed light on the vast private art collection of Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich. The collection, comprising over 300 pieces, has an estimated total value of $953 million. While Abramovich’s ownership of notable works such as Lucian Freud’s “Benefits Supervisor Sleeping” and Francis
Introduction In a shocking incident earlier this month, a priceless Buddha statue, dating back to Japan’s Edo Period and valued at $1.5 million, was stolen from the renowned Barakat Gallery in Beverly Grove, Los Angeles. This bronze masterpiece, weighing 250 pounds, had been in the possession of gallery owner Fayez Barakat for over half a
$963 Million Art Collection Shielded from Seizure Ahead of Ukraine Invasion Introduction Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich has reportedly restructured a trust holding his substantial $963 million art collection to protect it from potential seizures caused by sanctions. This strategic move took place in February 2022, shortly before the invasion of Ukraine. Abramovich and his ex-wife,
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Introduction The third edition of the Madras Art Guild (MAG), a month-long public art festival, commenced its festivities on a grand note at VR Chennai. The event was graced by the Consul General of Japan in India, Miyata Kenji, alongside the presence of actor Siddharth and contemporary artist Trotsky Marudu. This prestigious inauguration marked the
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Introduction Since the tragic murder of Mahsa Amini by Iran’s morality police, women in Iran have been at the forefront of a revolutionary movement known as the Woman, Life, Freedom Movement. This movement aims to challenge the oppressive regime led by Ayatollah Khamenei and protest against laws such as the “mandatory hijab” that require women
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Introduction Adi Shankaracharya, the revered 8th-century Hindu philosopher and saint, is celebrated for his profound contributions to Indian philosophy and spirituality. Born in what is now Kerala, his journey took him to Omkareshwar, where he encountered his guru, Govind Bhagwadpad. In a recent development, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan unveiled a monumental tribute
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Introduction AstaGuru Auction House is gearing up to unveil its highly anticipated ‘Present Future’ Contemporary Art Auction, set to take place on September 23-24, 2023. This auction promises to be a visual extravaganza, showcasing over 100 meticulously curated works by some of the most influential contemporary artists. The event not only represents prevailing art trends
Introduction An unconventional art exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts in London has left people perplexed as guests are given the option to enter by squeezing past two naked models. The exhibition is part of a career retrospective by renowned performance art pioneer Marina Abramović, known for pushing the boundaries of art through her
Introduction The Manhattan District Attorney’s office has orchestrated the return of seven valuable Egon Schiele artworks to the heirs of Fritz Grünbaum, a Jewish art collector who perished in a concentration camp in 1941. This historic restitution, which took place at the New York Supreme Civil Court on September 20, marks a significant moment for
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