A SUMMARY OF THE MOST EXCITING ART NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
While we focus on Indian art, we can’t obviously function in a vacuum. It’s a small world and everything is connected, especially on the web. So, let’s train our spotlight across the world map to see what’s going on — from art trends to socio-political issues to everything that affects the great aesthetic global consciousness. Or, let’s just travel the world and have some fun!
Deaccession of Edward Hopper artworks in the Whitney Museum to generate funds
The Whitney Museum of American Art has announced a deaccession of seven of its artworks in order to raise funds for newer acquisitions by the museum. The artworks being sold are by Edward Hopper. This deaccession comes after nearly 4 years the last one being in 2018. The artworks are to be auctioned at Southeby’s next month and include paintings such as the Cobb’s Barn, South Truro etc. by Edward Hopper. This decision to auction the artwork was allegedly brought after an in-depth analysis of the museum’s collection. Read more on Artnet.
Courtesy: Whitney Museum
The Casino dell’Aurora was evicted on court’s order after the failure of proper maintenance.
The Casino dell’Aurora or the Villa Ludovisi was constructed in 1570 and holds the only ceiling painting by Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio. Princess Rita who was formerly in charge of the villa and lived there with her grandchildren was evicted on court orders on the grounds of failure to maintain the villa in a good state of conservation as a wall of the house fell apart. The room that holds the infamous ceiling mural by Caravaggio is located in a room on the second floor of the house. The 9 feet wide painting features Neptune, Jupiter, Pluto and a white horse. Read more on ARTnews.
Frank Lloyd’s House debuts at 8 million USD.
Courtesy: Architectural Digest
One of the oldest creations of the legendary American architect, the Tulsa Manse in South Birmingham was built in 1929. The house stretched along 1.5 acres or 10,405 sq ft. The house is 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. The home is finally on sale after the rigours restoration process. It is an architectural masterpiece by the legend Frank Lloyd which, no doubt, has it’s starting price at $8 million. Read more about the house on ARTnews.
