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Every story on ARTFEED is a fresh summary of a development in contemporary art — exhibitions, artists, institutions, fairs, auctions and the wider market — written from the international art press and grouped by topic. New stories are published throughout the day.

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Tirana Pyramid Reborn: From Hoxha Museum to Tech Hub architecture-design
The Pyramid of Tirana, originally opened as a museum dedicated to Enver Hoxha in October 1988, has been transformed by MVRDV into a park and technology school, reopening in 2023.…
Four Antonello da Messina Paintings Stolen from Museo Regionale di Messina cultural-heritage
On Saturday night, during the Ferragosto holiday, four artworks linked to Antonello da Messina were stolen from the Museo Regionale di Messina in Sicily. The thieves managed to…
Italian Modern and Contemporary Art Auctions H1 2026: Selective Market, Quality Prevails market-auction
During the first half of 2026, the Italian market for modern and contemporary art saw a minor decrease in sales, totaling €52.5 million, a 3% drop compared to the same period in…
NZZ Review Faults Kowalczuk and Hensel's Books on East German Nostalgia opinion-review
The Neue Zürcher Zeitung reviews two recent German-language books about East German political sentiment. Ilko-Sascha Kowalczuk's 'A World Full of Fascists' takes on DDR nostalgia…
Ballet Zurich Honors Mats Ek with Radical 'Carmen' and New Double Bill 'Oiseaux Rebelles' other
On the occasion of his 80th birthday, Ballet Zurich pays tribute to Swedish choreographer Mats Ek by presenting his groundbreaking version of 'Carmen' within the double bill…
Lucerne Festival Opens with 'American Dreams' Under New Director Sebastian Nordmann festival-fair
The Lucerne Festival opened its first week under new artistic director Sebastian Nordmann, who has set the theme 'American Dreams,' a choice that has sparked discussion. Riccardo…
Low-Budget Chinese Animated Film Becomes Viral Sensation other
A low-budget Chinese animated film, created by a mother-and-son team, has unexpectedly become a viral sensation, drawing large audiences and widespread social media engagement.…
Basel Social Club Founders Launch Tokyo Jazz Club During Art Week Tokyo festival-fair
On July 31, 2026, the inaugural Tokyo Jazz Club was announced, scheduled to occur from November 1 to 8, 2026, in collaboration with Art Week Tokyo. This initiative, inspired by…
Fauvism’s 10 Key Paintings: Matisse, Derain, and the Wild Beasts other
At the 1905 Salon d'Automne, the term "Fauves," meaning "wild beasts," was coined by critic Louis Vauxcelles to describe a cohort of innovative artists, including Henri Matisse…
Jacqueline Marval: A Rediscovered Fauvist Pioneer and the Radical First Female Nude Self-Portrait artist
Jacqueline Marval, originally named Marie-Joséphine Vallet, was born in Quaix, France, in 1866. The Comité Jacqueline Marval, established in 2020 by art dealer Raphaël Roux dit…
Kunstmuseum Den Haag Highlights Five Surprising Pre-Abstract Mondrian Works artist
Before Piet Mondrian developed his signature Neoplastic style of geometric abstraction, he experimented with several modernist movements. The Kunstmuseum Den Haag in The Hague,…
Le Monde Series Examines Miles Davis and John Coltrane's Early Struggles with Racism and Heroin artist
The fourth installment of Le Monde's six-part summer series 'Davis and Coltrane, centenarians of legend' focuses on Miles Davis and John Coltrane's early years in the United…
Sophie Stein's Novel 'Der neunte Kreis' Reimagines Dante's Circles as a Nine-Course Meal opinion-review
Sophie Stein's novel, 'Der neunte Kreis' (The Ninth Circle), offers a fresh take on Dante Alighieri's depiction of hell, framing it as a nine-course meal. Set in a bizarre future…
Casa PR21 by Alventosa Morell Arquitectes: A Seaside Residence in Badalona architecture-design
Casa PR21, designed by Alventosa Morell Arquitectes, is a residential project located on a narrow plot between party walls in Badalona, Spain. The house, which spans four levels…
Maija Fox's 'Day by Day, Bit by Bit' at OUTPOST Norwich Explores Workshop Labour exhibition
Maija Fox, an artist from Helsinki, will showcase her work 'As the sap rises' at OUTPOST in Norwich from August 1 to August 31, 2026. The installation titled 'Day by Day, Bit by…
Servant of the Lake Review: Rusty Lake's New Point-and-Click Horror Puzzler opinion-review
In the newest addition to the Rusty Lake series, Servant of the Lake, players take on the role of a servant at the Vanderboom estate. This prequel, created by Rusty Lake, delves…
Boston Symphony Bassist James Orleans Blames Orchestral Malaise on Musicians' Lack of Professional Demeanor opinion-review
In a recent blog entry on ArtsJournal, James Orleans, who played double bass for the Boston Symphony Orchestra from 1983 to 2018, examines the challenges confronting orchestras in…
Amaru Photography Brand Identity by Fernando Rodrigues Draws on Andean Heritage architecture-design
Fernando Rodrigues designed the brand identity and editorial design for Amaru, a lifestyle photography studio in Australia. The visual system is inspired by Andean cultural…
Furious Review: Disney+ Crime Series Channels Jeffrey Epstein Trafficking Ring opinion-review
Disney+'s 'Furious' casts Emmy Rossum as FBI agent Alice Black, a detective burdened by trauma: she joined the Bureau after her boyfriend, a fellow officer, assaulted her and she…
John Cameron Mitchell Reflects on Hedwig and the Angry Inch's 25th Anniversary at Melbourne International Film Festival artist
On August 21, 2026, John Cameron Mitchell will commemorate the 25th anniversary of his acclaimed film, "Hedwig and the Angry Inch," with a special screening at The Astor Theatre…
Christoph Butterwegge: Why I Will Never Stop Being a Leftist opinion-review
In a piece for der Freitag, political scholar Christoph Butterwegge critiques former leftists who have adopted conservative ideologies, pointing to comedian Dieter Nuhr and…
Lena Schilling Expects Strong EU Report on PFAS, Demands Ban and Producer Responsibility other
EU lawmaker Lena Schilling anticipates a 'very strong final report' from the European Chemicals Agency on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) this autumn. She urges an…
Studio Ceravolo's Strathmore Courtyard House: An Art Deco Extension with a Central Garden architecture-design
In 2025, Studio Ceravolo finalized the Strathmore Courtyard House, a three-story addition to an existing solid brick Art Deco residence in Strathmore, Australia. Central to the…
Studio Ceravolo's Casa Patio Strathmore: A Three-Level Art Deco Extension Centered on a Courtyard architecture-design
Studio Ceravolo has completed Casa Patio Strathmore, a three-level extension to an existing solid brick Art Deco house in Strathmore, Australia. The project, designed in 2025, is…
Recap of 'The Shards' Episode 5: 'Murder on the Dancefloor' opinion-review
In a Vogue article, the author shares 52 thoughts while watching Episode 5 of 'The Shards,' titled 'Murder on the Dancefloor,' co-written and directed by Ryan Murphy. The episode…
Netanyahu Casts Turkey as Israel's New Villain Ahead of Tight Election other
On Tuesday, Israeli airstrikes targeted a facility in northern Syria, located near the Turkish border. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, currently in a challenging re-election…
Fig in Paradise: Cranach, Masolino, and Michelangelo opinion-review
In a new essay for doppiozero, Marco Belpoliti and Anita Romanello explore the fig's place in artistic depictions of the Tree of Knowledge. Cranach the Elder's 'Paradise' (1530)…
Rachel Kneebone's Surreal Porcelain Sculptures to Debut at Wallace Collection exhibition
Rachel Kneebone is set to showcase nine white ceramic sculptures at the Wallace Collection in London, in an exhibition named "Metamorphoses," which will commence on September 23…
Andrev Walden's 'Ho avuto sette padri' Reviewed: A Swedish Novel on Fatherhood and Adolescence publication
On doppiozero.com, Alessandro Mezzena Lona critiques Andrev Walden's Swedish book 'Ho avuto sette padri' (I Had Seven Fathers), which delves into themes of fatherhood and the…
Intimate Anatomies in St. Moritz: Lassnig, Josefowitz, Rama on the Body's Unstable Presence exhibition
The exhibition "Intimate Anatomies," showcasing the works of Cathy Josefowitz, Maria Lassnig, and Carol Rama, will be held at Hauser & Wirth St. Moritz from July 11 to August 29,…
Powerhouse Parramatta Sets Opening Date and Unveils Inaugural Programme institutional
On 7 November, Sydney will unveil the AUD$915 million Powerhouse Parramatta, a significant addition to its cultural scene. Spanning 30,000 square metres, this venue is part of the…
DayDreams at LongHouse Reserve: A New Art Book and Launch Event in East Hampton publication
On August 13, 2026, LongHouse Reserve in East Hampton, New York, unveiled DayDreams, a book curated by James Salomon. This 116-page softcover, crafted by designer Seth Sgorbati,…
Luna Park Melbourne Reopens Luna Palace with Finucane & Smith's Dance Palace festival-fair
Luna Park in Melbourne, which has been entertaining visitors for 113 years, is embracing modern art and live performances by naming Finucane & Smith as its inaugural…
Richard Hawkins' 'Lust for Evil' Sequences at Treadler, Auckland exhibition
Richard Hawkins presents three distinct sequences—'The Lust for Evil Sequence,' 'The George and Goliath Sequence,' and 'The Böcklin and Berdella Sequence'—at Treadler gallery in…
Suzhou Plant Shows How China's SMEs Absorb Europe's Heat Wave Demand other
As Europe experiences severe heat waves, global demand for cooling solutions has surged, and a factory in Suzhou, China, is at the forefront of absorbing this pressure. The plant,…
Chinese Supermarket Chain Pangdonglai Hires Ex-Convicts for Second Year other
Pangdonglai, a Chinese supermarket chain recognized for its relatively healthy working environment and employee benefits, has revealed plans to hire 20 individuals with prior…
Canopy Design at Starfire Discovery Camp by CM Design architecture-design
In Shenzhen's Dapeng New District, the Starfire Discovery Camp has seen the completion of a new canopy structure by CM Design. Covering an area of 495 square meters, this…
CM Design Creates Shade Structure at Starfire Discovery Camp in Shenzhen architecture-design
CM Design has completed a canopy design at the Starfire Discovery Camp in the Dapeng New District of Shenzhen, China. The project, covering 495 square meters, was finished in 2026…
Sixth Insidious Film Earns Best Rotten Tomatoes Score Since 2010 Original opinion-review
The sixth Insidious film, Out of the Further, holds a 64% fresh Rotten Tomatoes score from 39 reviews—the franchise's best since the 2010 original's 66%. Jacob Chase directs; the…
Trump threatens 'most crushing economic operation' against countries supporting Iran economy-finance
US President Donald Trump announced an intensified economic pressure campaign against Iran, warning that any country providing support or 'any type of lifeline' to Tehran will…

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