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Long-Lost Portrait by a Renaissance Trailblazer Resurfaces at New York’s Winter Show

27 January 2026 @ 9:00 pm

For years, the painting was only known through a black-and-white photo. The post Long-Lost Portrait by a Renaissance Trailblazer Resurfaces at New York’s Winter Show appeared first on Artnet News.

At His Dior Couture Debut, Jonathan Anderson Sent Art Down the Runway

27 January 2026 @ 8:31 pm

Magdalene Odundo's ceramics, Rococo miniatures, and a floral “laboratory” created a lush backdrop for the haute couture collection. The post At His Dior Couture Debut, Jonathan Anderson Sent Art Down the Runway appeared first on Artnet News.

Zahi Hawass, the Controversial Face of Egyptology, Rewrites His Legacy on Film

27 January 2026 @ 8:07 pm

In a new documentary, the famed Egyptologist details his rise to fame, while sidestepping the controversies that have paved his way. The post Zahi Hawass, the Controversial Face of Egyptology, Rewrites His Legacy on Film appeared first on Artnet News.

Legendary Mexican Photographer Graciela Iturbide on Risking It All For Life Behind the Camera

27 January 2026 @ 8:05 pm

A recently rediscovered trove of vintage photographs by Graciela Iturbide is currently on view at Throckmorton Fine Art in New York. The post Legendary Mexican Photographer Graciela Iturbide on Risking It All For Life Behind the Camera appeared first on Artnet News.

A Trio of Bob Ross Paintings Raises More Than $1 Million for Public Media

27 January 2026 @ 7:35 pm

This latest auction follows a record-breaking year for the beloved painter. The post A Trio of Bob Ross Paintings Raises More Than $1 Million for Public Media appeared first on Artnet News.

San Francisco’s Art Scene Finds Momentum in Community-Driven Collecting

27 January 2026 @ 7:08 pm

Sesse Elangwe’s portrait, created as part of a Bay Area residency, sold for $22,000 at Fog Art + Design. The post San Francisco’s Art Scene Finds Momentum in Community-Driven Collecting appeared first on Artnet News.

Pokémon Mania Crashes London’s Natural History Museum Website

27 January 2026 @ 4:38 pm

Tickets to the museum's Pokémon pop-up were swiftly sold out. The post Pokémon Mania Crashes London’s Natural History Museum Website appeared first on Artnet News.

How Artists Captured the Strange World of Sleep—From Dream States to Dark Visions

27 January 2026 @ 2:58 pm

A new exhibition in Paris traces how artists throughout history have depicted the act of slumber. The post How Artists Captured the Strange World of Sleep—From Dream States to Dark Visions appeared first on Artnet News.

Historical Artists Have Taken Over New York’s Gallery Calendar—Here Are 5 Shows Worth Seeing

27 January 2026 @ 6:36 am

Among the slew of gallery openings this month, there is a widespread focus on historical artists—here's what not to miss. The post Historical Artists Have Taken Over New York’s Gallery Calendar—Here Are 5 Shows Worth Seeing appeared first on Artnet News.

Art Karlsruhe Returns With a Must-See Roster of Exhibitors and Events

26 January 2026 @ 10:51 pm

The German art fair is set to unite galleries from around the world with presentations showcasing everything from classical Modernism to cutting edge contemporary art. The post Art Karlsruhe Returns With a Must-See Roster of Exhibitors and Events appeared first on Artnet News.