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British artist Antony Gormley has transformed White Cube's New York gallery into a matrix of aluminum bars. His latest solo show Aerial is an exploration into proximity and space, cleverly harnessing the room in which his installation sits in as a material in itself, catalyzing it to evoke a feeling of dynamism without mass."We've tried many times to make environments that make the viewer more aware of his or her movement through space and, in a way, attend to their own experience of that movement and their existence in time," Gormley explained. Notably inspired by Piet Mondrian’s Pier and Ocean series and the paintings of the 15th century Italian artist, Piero della Francesca, "Whiskers" as Gormley refers to the bars as, is the closest attempt he's done so far at making his "space conscio...

Harry Potter became a global phenomenon when it released in 1997. J.K. Rowling's first book Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, or Sorcerer's Stone in the US, introduced audiences to the magical world of Hogwarts, setting the stage for six more books, seven blockbuster films and a passionate following that persists in every corner of the world today.Sotheby's will soon auction off the original watercolor cover artwork for the first book. Created by British children's book author illustrator Thomas Taylor, the image depicts a young Harry curiously waiting to board the Hogwarts Express for his first year at the School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. This will be the second time the artwork will hit auction — the first at Sotheby's London in 2001, which sold for $106,000 USD, four times its...

Following Laps One, Two and Three, Hot Wheels and Daniel Arsham's collaboration is now approaching the finish line, with the last and final release, Lap Four set to take place on May 11. The drop will feature two distinct 1:64 scale models, an eroded 1986 Porsche 911 Turbo "Safari" and a 1968 Ford Mustang, also in the artist's signature style.The 1986 Porsche 911 Turbo "Safari" is notably an adaptation of one of Arsham's personal vehicles, modified for off-road use and later used for the basis of one of his eroded sculptures. As for the Hot Wheels example of the vehicle, it features a grey finish and various crystal formations. In contrast, while featuring the same eroded aesthetic crafted from silkstone, the 1968 Ford Mustang is finished in matte black and is notably inspired by the chase...

A gold watch that survived the Titanic has sold for $1.2m USD at auction, the highest sum paid for a Titanic related item ever. The object once belonged to John Jacob Astor, the richest passenger who perished with the ocean liner when it tragically sunk in the early hours of April 15, 1912. The watch sold to a private US collector on April 27 from auction house Aldridge & Son's “Titanic, White Star and Transport Memorabilia” sale. John Jacob Astor was a wealthy American real estate developer, businessman and writer whose family largely accrued his wealth from the American Fur Company, historically considered as one of the first monopolies within the US. Astor was mired in controversy at the time of the Titanic's maiden voyage, as he married a woman 30 year younger than him, which he ha...

Northern Irish artist Ted Pim is showcasing a new solo exhibition of paintings at Almine Rech's London outpost. The Belfast-based artist creates meticulously detailed compositions that reference art historical periods, such as the Dutch 17th century and Italian Renaissance, but recontextualized with contemporary cultural and sartorial depictions. Never Odd or Even is Pim's second solo show with the gallery and reflects on mythology tied to mirrors and transformation. The exhibition makes allusion to Irish folklore, in which reflective surfaces are often covered in fear of any deceased souls escaping through the ether. By repurposing the works of Old Masters, Pim surveys the concept of transformation through abstracted duplications, mixing pictorial motifs from the Renaissance and Baroque p...

Villazan Gallery in Madrid is presenting a joint exhibition of works by artists Dennis Schikora and Eline Boerma. Titled STROKES AND TEXTURE: NAVIGATING THROUGH THE ABSTRACT, the show unveils a collection of previously unseen abstract paintings exploring the expression of ideas, emotions, and concepts through shapes, colors, lines and textures.Eline Boerma, hailing from the Netherlands, delves into themes such as time, memory, and sensory experiences in nature, translating them into abstract compositions akin to musical pieces. Dennis Schikora, born in Germany, draws inspiration from literature and fashion, infusing his expressive, abstract works with themes of impermanence and longing.Boerma's paintings, influenced by her recent sailing journey to Corsica, capture fleeting sensory experie...

Milan's Central Station is busy throughout the year, but this past week, it saw an influx of local and international visitors who descended on the capital of Lombardy for Salone del Mobile and those traveling to the nearby Venice Biennale. On view at the entrance of the station is a massive multi-paneled display by elusive French artist JR, who created a trompe l’oeil effect of a cavernous terrain that forks directly through the Ulisse Stacchini=designed building. In collaboration with Avant Arte, who recently worked with Javier Calleja and George Condo, the London-based studio will release a new print based off of JR's Milanese artwork. Aptly titled to reflect the installation, La Nascita (The Birth) blurs the boundaries of time and space, honoring the legacy of Milan's historic train sta...

To celebrate Earth Day, Daniel Arsham looked to one of everyone's favorite canonical "take care of the planet" tales: The Lorax. In partnership with Dr. Seuss – marking the first time an artist has ever officially collaborated with Dr. Seuss Enterprises – Arsham curated his own iteration of the classic story, complete with hand-drawn artwork and fully recycled paper.Arsham's iteration of the book comes complete with 25 original drawings.  A poster emulates Arsham's new cover art for the timeless story. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ARSHAM STUDIO (@danielarsham)A full merchandise capsule also accompanies the book's release, complete with eco-friendly apparel (crafted from eco-cycle materials) and porcelain trays. Apparel spans hoodies and t-shirts, with hoodies arri...

For an artist so frequently in the headlines, think the banana peel at Art Basel or a morbidly hanging figure of himself in Milan, Maurizio Cattelan (suprisingly) has not staged his own gallery solo exhibition in over 20 years. That will change later this month, as the Italian artist will take over Gagosian's 522 West 21st Street location in New York for a new show entitled Sunday. While details are still largely under wraps, Cattelan will use his Gagosian debut as an examination into the contradictions of American society and culture. Curated by Italian writer Francesco Bonami, Sunday coincides with a series of works that he will present during the forthcoming Venice Biennale at the Holy See Pavilion, presented in collaboration with the Vatican church. Whether one agrees with Bonami's sta...

Javier Calleja's charming cartoon characters explore the possibilities and difficulties of life. Following a series of past collaborations, the Spanish artist reunites with London's Avant Arte to release two new prints that bring the proverbial angel and devil on everyone's shoulder into your home decor.Released as both individual prints and a diptych set, it wasn't me (2024) is centered around mischief that sometimes teeters between innocence and malice; while Floating (2024) taps into the limitless potential of daydreams. Viewed together, Calleja bridges a "simple but not easy" dialogue around each character, as if paused from a moment in a story. Each print is crafted using a 15 color engraving process, involving four photopolymer etching plates that is finished with a final color and h...

Demonstrations arose against Israel’s involvement in the Venice Biennale, even though the Israel Pavilion stayed closed. Palestine couldn't host a pavilion as Italy, like many EU countries, doesn't recognize it. The curator of this year's edition, Adriano Pedrosa, selected 30 events for the Biennale and Palestinian artists and gallerists alike wondered whether there would be projects dedicated to Palestinian heritage and culture.South West Bank: Landworks, Collective Action and Sound is one official collateral project approved by Pedrosa that highlights Palestinian voices -- spearheaded by Artists and Allies of Hebron and the Dar Jacir Center for Art and Research. The installment showcases various Palestinian artists, including Emily Jacir and Jumanna Manna, at Palazzo Contarini Polignac. ...

The forthcoming BRED Abu Dhabi festival presented by HYPEBEAST, is gearing up for its second annual edition, scheduled to run from April 24 to 28. Returning to the picturesque Yas Bay Waterfront, this edition promises to be the most monumental yet. The event serves as a vibrant convergence of cultural elements, spanning music, fashion, art, sport and gaming, with a lineup that's set to attract guests from across the globe.At the heart of the festival lies the Hypeart Studio which serves as a hub of creativity, showcasing the talents, perspectives and techniques of two remarkable artists: Omar Sha3 and Ana Barriga. Their collaboration epitomizes the synergy of artistic disciplines within contemporary culture, illustrating how diverse influences can harmoniously inspire and elevate each othe...