Paris matches masterpieces with Keys to a Passion exhibition
Some of the world’s most recognisable art, including works by Picasso, Matisse and Munch, goes on display together for first time at the Fondation Louis Vuitton
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A rare insight into the world of Lauren Bacall, the accomplished collector
Remembering Lauren Bacall. The International Preview Tour of the Bacall Collection. The collection of Lauren Bacall, acclaimed actress of stage and screen, is to go on international tour prior to its auction at Bonhams New York on 31 March and 1 April, announced Bonhams house, one of the world’s largest auctioneers of fine art and … Read more
Sophisticated Spain: The Ultimate Luxury Destinations for the Stylish Traveler
Spain is without a doubt one of Europe’s most luxurious destinations. From the majestic Pyrenees to the sun-soaked south coast, Spain has all variety of luxury to offer even the most sophisticated holidaymakers. Boasting a host of UNESCO World Heritage sites as well as priceless works of art, vibrant cultural attractions and some of Europe’s … Read more
Paris museum offers Picasso a bigger canvas as it prepares for reopening
The €52m transformation of the 17th-century Hôtel Salé has been undermined by delays and controversy over the cost
Shunga paintings on display at British Museum
Shunga is a Japanese term for erotic art, an art that has continued to influence modern forms of art, including manga, anime and Japanese tattoo art. Produced from 1600 to 1900 and banned in Japan for much of the 20th century, these explicit detailed erotic paintings, prints and books inspired Toulouse-Lautrec, Beardsley, Rodin and Picasso. … Read more
Francois Pinault is the top billionaire art collector
The world’s biggest billionaire art buyers Of the top ten biggest art collector billionaires, Francois Pinault, the owner of Christie’s auction house, is the wealthiest, according to the list of the top 10 Billionaire Art Collectors compiled by Wealth-X. With a fortune of US$9.9bn, US$1bn of that is tied up in art. He has amassed … Read more