The truth about history’s most infamous lover
Casanova was a cynical seducer, but also studied law, took holy orders, played the violin and carried out Venice’s most ...
Inside the Gallery of Venice’s Biggest Glassmaker
Barovier&Toso, the largest Venetian glassmaker by sales, opens Barovier&Toso Arte, a gallery on the Venetian island of Murano ...
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As the wealthiest lurch to the right, will the commercial art word follow?
For those involved in the international art trade, which has been in a slump for the past two years, at least some of this ...
The Local18h
La Bella Vita: ‘Alternative’ Italian carnivals and did Valentine’s Day originate in Italy?
From 10 of the best Italian carnivals outside of Venice to the history behind Valentine’s Day, our weekly newsletter La Bella Vita offers you an essential starting point for eating, talking, drinking ...
16 Most Romantic Hotels Around the World to Book Now
From the Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora to the Ritz Paris, here are the 16 most romantic hotels around the world to book right now.
Artnet18h
Australia Drops Its Artist for Venice Biennale to Avoid ‘Divisive Debate’
Australia has dropped its artist for the next Venice Biennale in 2026 after critics dug up some of his controversial early ...
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Alexis Rockman Paints Humanity’s Final Season
Alexis Rockman’s Naples: Course of Empire continues at Magenta Plains (149 Canal Street, Chinatown, Manhattan) through March ...
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Which Artists Are Headed to the Venice Biennale in 2026? A Running List of National Pavilions
A running list of all the national pavilions announced so far, as anticipation builds for the 61st Venice Biennale in 2026.