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M.F. Husain Returns to Venice After Seventy Years for ‘The Rooted Nomad’ Exhibition

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The Kiran Nadar Museum of Art (KNMA) announced details of The Rooted Nomad, a unique exhibition on India’s most iconic contemporary artist, M.F. Husain (1915–2011). Presented at the Magazinni del Sale in Venice beginning April 18 and running through November 2024, this dual-format independent project, part exhibition and part immersive resonates with the 2024 Venice […]

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Artists Turned Down for the Polish Pavilion for Depicting Poland’s Historical Oppression

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Dissent Leads to Independent Exhibition Ignacy Czwartos, the original choice to represent Poland at the 2024 Venice Biennale, finds himself at the centre of controversy as his planned exhibition was cancelled due to dissent from the new Polish government. However, undeterred by this setback, Czwartos will now mount an independent exhibition titled “Polonia Uncensored” in

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Indian Artists To Look Out For In Venice Biennale 2024

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The 60th Venice Biennale is an upcoming international contemporary art exhibition in 2024. Every two years, Venice, Italy hosts the Venice Biennale. Its main show, Foreigners Everywhere, will be curated by artistic director Adriano Pedrosa. With great anticipation, the art world looks forward to the dawn of 2024 and the charming city of Venice, Italy,

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What Exactly Is the Whitney Biennial, and Why Does It Continue to Command Attention After More Than 80 Editions?

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Introduction As the art world gears up for the highly anticipated Whitney Biennial, the spotlight shines once again on this esteemed exhibition. But what exactly is the Whitney Biennial, and why does it continue to command attention after more than 80 editions? Here’s everything you need to know about this landmark event. Understanding the Whitney

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Italian Culture Minister Sparks Controversy Defending Israeli Pavilion at Venice Biennale

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Italian Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano has sparked controversy with his recent statement defending the Israeli Pavilion at the Venice Biennale. Despite an open letter signed by past and current Biennale participants, Turner Prize winners, and other acclaimed artists urging reconsideration, Sangiuliano asserted that the Israeli Pavilion would proceed as planned. In a strongly worded statement,

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Why is Venice Biennale 2024, Marking the Second Consecutive Edition Without a Russian Pavilion?

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In a notable departure from tradition, Russia will not be participating in the upcoming 2024 Venice Biennale, marking the second consecutive edition without a Russian pavilion. The decision comes amidst the country’s ongoing military involvement in Ukraine, a situation that has impacted its presence at the prestigious art event. Confirmation of Absence A spokesperson for

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Cyber-Attack Causes Chaos for US Museums and Disrupts Operations

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Introduction Several prominent museums in the United States, including the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, the Rubin Museum of Art, and the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, faced disruptions this week following a cyber-attack on Gallery Systems, a third-party tech company providing assistance with internal and customer-facing management systems for museums. Gallery Systems

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Venice Biennale Controversy: Israel Proceeds with Pavilion, While Palestinian Exhibition Faces Rejection

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As conflict between Israel and Hamas continues, the world-famous Venice Biennial is embroiled in a geopolitical conflict. Israel has decided to go ahead with a planned pavilion for the 2024 biennial games, despite ongoing hostilities. In contrast, the organisers of an exhibition of Palestinian artists associated with the 2022 biennial faced obstacles, rejecting them for

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Delhi’s Historic Red Fort to Host Inaugural Biennale: Precursor to India’s Participation in the Venice Biennale 2024

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INTRODUCTION In a celebration of India’s rich art and architectural heritage, the inaugural India Art, Architecture & Design Biennale (IAADB) is set to take place from December 9th to 15th. The event promises to showcase the nation’s cultural treasures, from intricate doors and historic temples to exquisite textiles and architectural wonders. Held at the iconic

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Celebrated Artist Anna Boghiguian Honored with Prestigious Art Award worth $106,000. Why?

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Introduction The Wolfgang Hahn Prize, renowned as one of the most significant accolades in the art world, has been awarded to Anna Boghiguian for her outstanding contributions to contemporary art. Born in Egypt and of Armenian descent, Boghiguian’s work delves into historical events, infusing them with political significance, and will now be celebrated with a

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