Art
In a Perplexing Pairing, Michelangelo Overwhelms Bill Viola
While Michelangelo’s sketches are, like human existence, full of contradictions, Viola’s work relies primarily on empty spectacles.
London
News
An Art Historian Says Leonardo da Vinci’s Only Known Sculpture Is in London’s V&A Museum
The new attribution reignites a century-long debate over the authorship of "The Virgin with the Laughing Child," a Renaissance-era statuette currently attributed to Antonio Rossellino.
In Brief
Tate Modern’s Neighbors Take the Museum to Court Over Privacy Concerns
The London museum's 10-floor viewing terrace has a 360-degree view of the city, which includes direct sight lines into a nearby luxury apartment's intimate interiors.
News
Why the Victoria & Albert Museum Is Expanding to East London and Beyond
The financial logic behind the British institution's massive expansion project from east London to Scotland is certainly ambitious, but is it sound?
In Brief
Why Are Attendance Rates Decreasing at London's Museums?
Statistics show a 6% drop in attendance at London's seven biggest art institutions over the last three years.
Interview
“Our Main Motivation Has Always Been to Troll Donald Trump,” Says Trump Baby Balloon Designer
We spoke with designer Matt Bonner who "birthed" Trump Baby about his grand political aspirations for his newborn, gassy blimp.
Art
An Artist’s Violent and Beautiful Reflections of South Korea
Lee Bul illuminates the relationship between South Korea’s artists and their country over the tumultuous second half of the 20th century.
In Brief
The Angry Baby Trump Balloon that Launched a Million Memes, and Several Large Protests
Approximately 200,000 protesters — and at least one plump balloon — are expected at rallies to protest President Donald Trump's trip to the UK.
Art
Courtauld Institute of Art Students Mount a Political Exhibition About Absence
The Courtauld Institute of Art's gallery has offered MA Curating students the chance to put together a show, which, overall, feels politically relevant.
In Brief
Bossy Baby Trump Blimp Heads North to Haunt Scotland
Scottish protesters want to bring the already infamous Trump balloon north to greet the US President.
In Brief
UFC Legend Conor McGregor Looks Chiseled in Uncanny Statue
A sculpture of the world-renowned MMA fighter by artist Aspencrow evokes Michelangelo and includes some astonishing level of detail.
In Brief
Bloated Baby Trump Balloon Will Float Over British Parliament During President’s Visit
A giant balloon of the childish leader of the United States will appear above London during the President's visit.