Author: Juddy Miller

Art Market Arun Kakar Installation view of Galerie Kugel’s stand at TEFAF Maastricht 2024. Photo by Loraine Bodewes. Courtesy of TEFAF. When the 37th edition of TEFAF Maastricht opened its doors at the MECC exhibition center on March 7th, the inevitable glance of a lady wearing a headscarf followed the audience as she wandered from the venue’s Western Bar, where champagne flowed and oysters shucked. His gaze, intense and sensitive, is represented in thick brushstrokes and depicted with a powerful empathy that only Vincent van Gogh – who painted this work – could achieve. Head of a peasant woman with a…

Hauser & Wirth, in collaboration with Goodman Gallery and Lia Rumma, have announced a joint representation of South African artist William Kentridge. Hauser & Wirth also announced that it will hold a solo exhibition of the artist in New York in 2025. Born in Johannesburg in 1955, where he still lives, Kentridge has spent five decades developing a versatile practice that includes drawing, sculpture, printmaking, film, theater and opera. Influenced by his upbringing during the apartheid era, Kentridge’s art deals with themes of history, power and memory. Between 1989 and 2003, he gained recognition for nine animated short films made…

Lucas Samaras, a pioneering figure in digital art known for his innovative approach to portraiture, has died at the age of 87. The death was announced by the Pace Gallery, which has replaced him since 1965, with a relationship of more than five decades and about 30 solo exhibitions. . Throughout his life, Samaras constantly reinvented his practice, working in a variety of media, including photography, installation, sculpture and digital technology. Born in Greece in 1936, he immigrated to the United States in 1948 and studied art at Rutgers University and Columbia University. While at the school, he connected with…

For some, the annual debate about the underrepresentation of women artists in the art market might feel wishy-washy or tired. Indeed, in recent years, the narrative has largely been the same: despite greater progress, the art world’s historical affinity for white male artists remains intact. But having that conversation and drawing attention to the facts remains a key part of effecting change, and not just for female-identifying artists. While an artist’s gender and identity should not generally overshadow or define their work (if they don’t want it to), we can’t ignore the persistent pattern of gender inequality when it comes…

Michelangelo’s “David” stands as one of the most iconic sculptures in the history of art, a testament to the genius of its creator and a symbol of human achievement. The monumental figure, carved from a single block of marble, captures the biblical hero in a moment of intense concentration and readiness, just before his battle with Goliath. But what drove Michelangelo to undertake such a colossal task, and why did he choose to depict David in this particular manner? The answers to these questions reveal not only Michelangelo’s artistic vision but also his profound understanding of human anatomy, emotion, and…

Art Basel 2024 promises to be a monumental event in the art world, bringing together artists, collectors, curators, and enthusiasts from around the globe. Known for its dynamic presentations and comprehensive selection of contemporary and modern artworks, Art Basel continues to set the standard for international art fairs. This year’s event, held in Basel, Switzerland, from June 13 to June 16, will feature an impressive array of galleries, special exhibitions, and innovative projects that push the boundaries of artistic expression. The fair’s main sector, Galleries, will showcase leading contemporary and modern art galleries from around the world. Visitors can expect…

Vincent van Gogh, one of the most celebrated figures in the art world, is often shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Despite the extensive documentation of his life and work, there remains an enigmatic aspect to his identity that continues to captivate art enthusiasts and scholars alike. Delving into the complexities of Van Gogh’s identity reveals layers of artistic genius, personal struggles, and the profound impact of his mental health on his work. Van Gogh was born on March 30, 1853, in the Netherlands, to a family with a history of religious and artistic pursuits. His father was a pastor, and…

Billionaires, with their vast wealth and diverse tastes, often have an eclectic range of art collections that span various periods, styles, and mediums. The art they choose to collect can be a reflection of personal preference, investment strategy, cultural significance, or a combination of these factors. Some billionaires are known for their passion for art and have amassed extensive collections that rival major museums, while others may focus on specific genres or artists that resonate with them personally. One of the most famous billionaire art collectors is Bernard Arnault, the chairman and CEO of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the…

Naomi Klein’s 2007 book Shock Doctrine It opens with an evocative quote from César Aira’s novel birthday: “Any change is a change of theme.” Klein perfectly understood both the cyclical nature of the forced crises of the Global South and the tactical theater used to hide them. Aira also knew all about it: this sharp and analytical statement is under the patina of “absurdism” that he associates with his literary production. What they both expressed was that the lives of Argentines are governed by a certain kind of realism, which has to do with the unmanageable and the uncertain; The main basis of…

The galleries and auction houses participating in this year’s Asia Week New York achieved $100.8 million in the 15th edition of the annual event. The nine-figure tally includes sales reported by 21 of the 28 participating galleries (two of which did not sell) and five of the six auction houses, as iGavelAuctions still conducts sales online. Brendan Lynch, president of Asia Week New York, said in a statement that sales were “strong at auction houses and galleries.” The $100 million figure is nearly a quarter (24.1%) lower than last year’s sales, when Asia Week sold $131.2 million from 22 of…