Walking to infinity: my virtual odyssey through Britain’s finest art

In a series of short films, Jonathan Jones takes a therapeutic virtual tour of some of the greatest treasures in our locked-down museums, from Rothko’s cosmic grandeur to Turner’s eternally hopeful sunrise

The art of colour: why Victoria Beckham is channelling Van Gogh this season

One of spring’s biggest trends is duo-toning – wearing two contrasting hues. Art critic Jonathan Jones explains how 17th-century colour theory is influencing your wardrobe

Damien Hirst and Picasso: coming soon to a National Gallery near you?

Gabriele Finaldi is right. The Tate shouldn’t have exclusive access to 20th-century art. It’s time to end these closed-minded historical art wars

Are the most expensive paintings ever worth their prices? A definitive ranking

On Monday, Modigliani’s Reclining Nude joined an elite band of artworks that have commanded over $150m at auction or private sale – but are they worth it?

The 10 best art patrons

As a new show at the National Gallery explores the influence of Paul Durand-Ruel, the dealer who ‘made’ the impressionists, Rachel Cooke highlights other great patrons and collectors

The blooming art business. Top ten lots for Christie’s in a record half year of art sales

It is a new era of excitement and engagement about art and for art. Art business globally shows no signs of slowing down. Christie’s auction house reported record half year in the art sales, with 51 works of art being sold for over $10 million, and record breaking six months in Post-War & Contemporary Art. The … Read more