From Llandudno to Stromness: 10 of the best hidden gem art galleries
A selection of the best art off the beaten track, featuring skeletal effigies, glowing landscapes and Victorian polymaths
Modern art
Tate Modern reopening – We’ve never needed these unsettling visions more
The best modern art was made in times of crisis and terror, meaning this museum has never been a relaxing visit. But where better to discover the true meaning of a changed world?
Tate and MoMa ‘playing catch up’ in collections of modern African art
Art fair founder says western institutions belatedly investing in contemporary art from Africa
Sanlorenzo at Art Basel 2019 – the perfect expression of the shipyard’s sophisticated luxury
The homage to Piero Dorazio at @Art Basel in Basel 2019. Sanlorenzo Yachts, the Italian shipbuilding company crafting tailor-made motor yachts as unique as a works of art, brings to Art Basel 2019 its own story and philosophy, once again entrusting the design of its own space in the Collectors Lounge to Art Director … Read more
The commodification of Frida Kahlo: are we losing the artist under the kitsch?
As a new exhibition of Kahlo’s photographs opens, Jenny Valentish looks at the merchandise bearing the artist’s image and wonders if we’ve missed the point
Art Paris Art Fair 2018: An overview of the French art scene. Switzerland Guest of Honour
2018 marks the 20th anniversary of Art Paris Art Fair (05-08 April 2018, Grand Palais, Paris). Since its foundation in 1999, the prestigious art fair has established itself as Paris’ leading modern and contemporary spring art event. The 2018 edition will play host to 142 galleries from 23 different countries providing an overview of European … Read more