How the scientific study of paintings has become accessible to everyone
A revolution in chemical-imaging techniques is bringing us closer to the original visions of artists such as Van Gogh
A revolution in chemical-imaging techniques is bringing us closer to the original visions of artists such as Van Gogh
Geneva’s museums are using the centenary of the artist’s death as an opportunity to rethink how they display their collections
An exhibition at the Asian Art Museum asks visitors to consider what it means to represent divinity in human form
The devastating fire at the Glasgow School of Art means that incredibly difficult decisions lie ahead
American philatelists with a nose for novelty can now get their hands on scratch n'sniff stamps. And is Royal Mail having a laugh with its Dad's Army set?
The critic, who has died at the age of 92, will be remembered as someone who wanted to be in the thick of it
Why the experimental exhibitions of Harald Szeemann still have something to teach today’s curators
A focused exhibition of the Cuban-American artist’s films explores humanity’s complex relationship with the natural world
What doesn't Arron Banks know about the Hermitage? Why is Christie's like a tennis court? And did anyone point out how that G7 photo looks like a Renaissance painting?
Sam Gilliam has consistently challenged the traditional premises of painting. As he tells Apollo, his need to make art is as urgent as ever
The architect and designer’s reputation stands higher than ever – but the source of his talent remains elusive
Melanie Gerlis on the works not to miss at the fair in Basel this year
Michael Eden’s brightly coloured creations offer a modern update on the manor’s historic collection
Art news daily: 6 June
How the women artists of Surrealism explored the creative possibilities of friendship
The British-Norwegian artist explores the mysterious nature of speech in a new performance
The lives of John Craxton, Nikos Ghika and Patrick Leigh Fermor come under the spotlight at the British Museum
The late American novelist's friends included R.B. Kitaj and Philip Guston. But he didn't always get on with contemporary art...
The arts in Qajar Iran acknowledged previous traditions while reflecting a rapidly changing world
The artist’s memoir looks back to his childhood in Russia and forward to a new life in France