Art Contents Archive

On #MusicMonday, a look at this 19th-century Indian śankh—or shell trumpet. 🎺 🐚 Undecorated śankhs were once used as war trumpets, while this brass-decorated one was probably blown in ceremonies to draw the attention of the Hindu god Shiva. Learn more: https://t.co/HLycDWznzt https://t.co/jxRGtic4yL

In celebration of Women’s History Month, Artsy Curatorial highlights works from the most sought-after female-identifying artists on Artsy in 2020: https://t.co/KlUCg2555o https://t.co/WiQpcXKex9

On #InternationalWomensDay, we’re sharing works by #CarlaFernandez, newly installed in “Women Take the Floor.” ⁣⁣These living billboard ensembles are just two of the 16 “Magma Ponchos” that the artist brought to Washington, D.C. to be worn at the Women’s March in January 2017. https://t.co/7whRPQMCLS

Cherub by Sarah Lucas #sarahlucas

Today is #InternationalWomensDay. Curious what life was like for women in medieval times? How did women wield power in the Middle Ages? And what did women have to do to become saints? Ask us anything, our medievalists are here to talk. https://t.co/naz2RwpPjw

A van Gogh painting has been unveiled for the first time since it was painted in 1887 https://t.co/8eFXWIjApO https://t.co/VUQZgy8Fi8

Last chance to visit 'Flags and Debris,' an exhibition of new works by Doug Aitken closing this Saturday, March 13. The show comprises a group of fabric sculptural works produced over the last year, a time of profound change in the face of the pandemic. The graphic, linguistic banners — which bear phrases like ‘Digital Detox,’ ‘Data Mining,’ and ‘Resist Algorithms,’ as well as a passage from Joan Didion's essay collection 'The White Album' (pictured, third image) — feature prominently in Aitken's new film installation, created in collaboration with ladanceproject. Select dates are still available — visit the link in our bio to make a timed reservation. Photos: Evan Bedford. dougaitkenworkshop #DougAitken #FlagsandDebris #RegenProjects

Amy Sherald's famed Breonna Taylor portrait has been acquired by the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture and the Speed Art Museum https://t.co/akVm30o8fL

Here's what's new on Artsy this week. https://t.co/CWnqdYLimH https://t.co/jZneVRHsgI

Continue the 🌍 #InternationalWomensDay celebrations with @WOWisGlobal and meet women from around the globe and discover their stories of leadership, creativity & innovation. https://t.co/qidwIqzpWc #IWD #IWD2021 #WOWUK #WomenoftheWorld https://t.co/zj94HLlxAO

Today's news takes a look at Brenda Risquez's embroidered portraits, a humorous animation by Anna Mantzaris trying to end the motherhood penalty, and the new issue of Create! Magazine curated by our editor-in-chief, @christopherjobs. Read & subscribe: https://t.co/VJW3FY3Q0n https://t.co/fMBIugDNet

10 Fearless women from history who fought for a better future. #IWD https://t.co/tpIbynQJsP

What are Jean-Michel Basquiat's most expensive works? Ahead of a sale of a painting expected to bring in $31 million this month, look back on the 10 priciest works by the artist https://t.co/fE9zCfyUvC

A Beijing museum is staging the world's first 'major' crypto-art show, featuring artists named Beeple, Fewocious, and Mad Dog Jones: https://t.co/IUwQgvsfpJ https://t.co/UPtUNCjD5z

These dreamy tattoos mix plants, animals, fungi, and a bit of surrealism. https://t.co/5nwV9fU4Pp