There are many things you might expect to see on a train platform while waiting for the subway, but a quote from evolutionary biologist Stephen Jay Gould—“Life is wonderful,” or in Swedish, “Livet är underbart”—isn’t necessarily one of them. And yet, Stockholm’s metro is full of such unexpected delights. Formally known as the Stockholms tunnelbana,
Larissa Sansour’s show interweaves topical themes like forced migration and intergenerational trauma with imaginary worlds using science fiction, opera, and documentary materials. Past, present and possible futures converge in this exhibition by Palestinian–Danish artist Larissa Sansour (b. 1973), which seeks to create space for new ways of thinking about historical narratives and the right to
A new exhibition by Sligo-based artist Fergus Lyons – “On the Way Home” – runs at Kilcock Art Gallery from 12th October – 16th November. Since the 1980’s Fergus Lyons paintings have chronicled and narrated milestones in Irish history andlife events, both past and present. Here are a few…. United Nations Commission. Marking 40 yrs.
In 2025, one of Europe’s most prestigious art galleries, Perrotin, will establish its first London outpost in the luxurious Claridge’s hotel in Mayfair. Known for representing renowned artists such as Damien Hirst, Maurizio Cattelan, and Sophie Calle, Perrotin will take over the hotel’s ‘Art Space,’ a 350 square meter venue that has hosted various exhibitions
Ripple’s Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty has revealed a decades-old SEC ruling that could have major implications for the ongoing debate over NFTs and securities law. Alderoty tweeted a “fun fact” about a 1976 SEC decision that exempted art galleries from registration requirements, even when selling to buyers with investment motives. This historical precedent becomes
(Credits: djLicious) Thu 29 August 2024 10:16, UK Following the departure of Nicholas Cullinan, who was in charge of the gallery since 2015, the National Portrait Gallery has announced the appointment of new director Victoria Siddall. Siddall, who has amassed over 20 years worth of experience in the world of art, is set to become
See Saw Art is a gallery located on 66 Hanover Street, Suite 201, here in Manchester! They’ll be celebrating their 2nd Anniversary in September. The gallery has a very cozy and welcoming atmosphere, and they host monthly exhibitions, so you’ll never know what you will find when you visit! I interviewed the owner, Amy Regan,
Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone, known for its artistic flare, just got even funkier with the opening of a 5,000-square-foot retail space that reimagines a historic building. For more than 27 years, Henry Castelo dreamed of opening a store that cultivated community. “If I can make a connection and see into somebody and they feel seen
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. As the art world makes its annual pilgrimage to South Korea for the Frieze Seoul and Kiaf fairs, dealer Kyungmin Lee is testing an alternative approach to attracting visitors to her gallery. While most museums
In the Bulgarian village of Staro Zhelezare, walls and fences have long served as an open-air gallery, showcasing an eclectic mix of art that draws visitors from across the country. Over the years, these surfaces have featured portraits of numerous notable figures, including Steve Jobs, Albert Einstein, Vladimir Putin, Volodymyr Zelensky, Barack Obama, Fidel Castro,