Auctions
Rare Auerbach Painting to Headline Christie’s Modern British and Irish Art Evening Sale
Christie’s to present Frank Auerbach’s Nude on Bed III (1961) in its Modern British and Irish Art Evening Sale on 19 March 2025.
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Refined
Yuja Wang, The Sound Architect
Yuja Wang doesn’t just play the piano; she becomes the music itself. A force of brilliance, reinvention, and electrifying artistry.
Auctions
Francis Bacon’s Iconic Portrait of Man with Glasses III to Headline Christie’s London Evening Sale
Christie’s will offer Francis Bacon’s iconic Portrait of Man with Glasses III (1963) at its London Evening Sale on 5 March 2025.
Aviation
Lilian Bland, The World's First Woman to Build and Fly Her Own Plane
Lilian Bland was the world's first woman to design, build, and fly her own plane, defying expectations and making aviation history.
Auctions
Barry Humphries' Personal Collection Fetches £4.6 Million at Christie’s Auction
Barry Humphries: The Personal Collection auction achieved £4.6M, surpassing estimates, with global bidders competing for rare art, books, and memorabilia.
Auctions
Rare Lempicka Masterpiece Returns to Market After 40 Years
Tamara de Lempicka’s Portrait du Docteur Boucard headlines Christie’s London Sale on 5 March 2025, marking its first appearance on the market in 40 years.
Auctions
15 Wolfgang Tillmans Photos Set to be Auctioned at Christie’s
A collection of fifteen iconic works by artist Wolfgang Tillmans will be offered at Christie’s auction.
Museum
What You’re Missing by Not Visiting Museums More Often
Visit museums more often to ignite curiosity, uncover history, and find inspiration. Don’t miss life-changing “aha!” moments.
Refined
Royal Worcester: The Oldest British Porcelain Brand
Royal Worcester, the oldest British porcelain brand, has crafted timeless elegance for over 250 years with unmatched artistry and innovation.
Refined
The Queen Who Defied a King’s Wrath
Caroline of Brunswick, wife of King George IV, became a symbol of defiance and resilience, enduring scandal and betrayal within the monarchy.
Lifestyle
Joni Mitchell: The Artist Who Inspired Taylor Swift
Joni Mitchell, a groundbreaking artist, has transformed the music landscape with her poignant songwriting and genre-defying sound. Her albums, especially Blue, delve into themes of love and heartbreak, influencing countless musicians across generations. Her legacy is profound.
Art
Abstract Expressionism Wasn’t Just Chaotic Splatters on Canvas. It Was a Visceral, Emotional Revolution
Abstract Expressionism was more than chaotic splatters; it was a revolutionary movement that captured raw emotion and existential angst, challenging artistic norms and reflecting the turbulent human experience.