A brush with Picasso: rare portraits to be displayed in London

National Portrait Gallery exhibition will feature more than 75 portraits, some of which have never been seen in the UK

Tristan Tzara exhibition: the man who made Dada

A show in Strasbourg explores the life of the influential 20th century poet, art writer and collector

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?

Picture-perfect: Côte d’Azur – straight out of a magical storybook

The enticing South of France has it all. Anything is tolerated as long as you have the money to pay for it or you’re a VIP. Welcome to the epicurean Côte d’Azur – one of the most exclusive stretches of coastline in the world. Just pack your swimsuits – and your status items, of course. … Read more

‘I prefer art to fast cars’: fund manager helps British Museum buy Picasso works

Hamish Parker, the modest but discerning benefactor, has donated millions to enable the museum to acquire prints by the great Spanish artist

Marina Picasso: selling my grandfather’s art is a way of helping me heal

Famous artist’s granddaughter will auction ceramics made by the man who never seemed to care for her in a bid to finally leave behind a miserable childhood