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Damien Hirst

Damien Hirst Collected $1.7 Million in Covid Payments While Laying Workers Off

The richest artist in the U.K. has been known to lay off employees en masse.
By Helen Holmes

George Michael’s Incredible Art Collection Is Going Up for Auction at Christie’s

George Michael amassed a stunning art collection of more than 200 works during his lifetime, but not all of it will be sold for the astronomical prices you might think.
By Helen Holmes
‘Demon with Bowl’: Psychotropic drugs were all the rage in ancient times. For a hot second this drug called "the demon" was making the rounds, and it was a common site to see mostly nude waiters and nightclubs offering patrons the substance in large fruit bowls. While most feelings of euphoria were the drugs most common side effect, some users reported seeing the nude waiters transform into demons. This sculpture commemorates the disco age of the second century.

5 Things to See During the Venice Film Festival—That Aren’t Movies

Here are some can’t-miss art museum and shows to add to your itinerary.
By Alanna Martinez
Installation view of Werken by Bernardo Oyarz'n 57th Venice Biennale.

Reflections on the Venice Biennale, Where Politics Is Unavoidable and Size Matters

By David D'Arcy
Jeff Koons with a bag from his Masters Collection collaboration with Louis Vuitton.

Jeff Koons Makes Old Masters This Spring’s Must-Have Accessories Trend

By Alanna Martinez
‘Demon with Bowl’: Psychotropic drugs were all the rage in ancient times. For a hot second this drug called "the demon" was making the rounds, and it was a common site to see mostly nude waiters and nightclubs offering patrons the substance in large fruit bowls. While most feelings of euphoria were the drugs most common side effect, some users reported seeing the nude waiters transform into demons. This sculpture commemorates the disco age of the second century.

Fan Fiction for Damien Hirst’s ‘Unbelievable’ Ancient Treasures

By Alanna Martinez
Larry Gagosian.

Meet Larry Gagosian

By Alanna Martinez
Gagosian.

Gagosian Owes $4.3M to NY State, Leo DiCaprio Hosts Celeb-Filled Charity Auction

By Alanna Martinez
Women holding mirrors participate in a photo shoot by artist Spencer Tunick in his latest large-scale art installation: Everything She Says Means Everything," across from site of the Republican National Convention in Cleveland July 17, 2016 where naked women will stand facing the Quicken Loans Arena holding large, round mirrors. / AFP / TIMOTHY A. CLARY / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY MENTION OF THE ARTIST UPON PUBLICATION - TO ILLUSTRATE THE EVENT AS SPECIFIED IN THE CAPTION - NO CLOSE UP SHOTS TO BE REPRODUCED OF INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED IN THE INSTALLATION

Artist Stages Nude Protest Outside Republican Convention, 3 NY Museums Offer Buyouts

By Alanna Martinez
David Bowie by Mick Rock.

David Bowie’s Art Collection Revealed, Ai Weiwei Exhibits Refugee Life Vests

By Alanna Martinez
KNUTSFORD, UNITED KINGDOM - JUNE 24: A European Union flag, with a hole cut in the middle, flies at half-mast outside a home in Knutsford Cheshire after today's historic referendum on June 24, 2016 in Knutsford, United Kingdom. The results from the historic EU referendum has now been declared and the United Kingdom has voted to LEAVE the European Union.

Here’s How the Art World Is Reacting to the Brexit Vote

By Alanna Martinez
The Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem's Old City during the Orthodox Easter ceremonies.

Tomb of Christ Reno Project Gets $1.3 Million, Damien Hirst Releases Pro-Eu Art

By Alanna Martinez
Damien Hirst, Pharmacuticals, 2007.

Damien Hirst Given a Strong Dose of Lawsuit

By Ryan Steadman
Paddle8 founders shot in their NYC offices.

Leading Online Art Sellers To Merge

By Ryan Steadman
Black Sheep with Golden Horns by Damien Hirst at Gagosian Gallery's booth.

Frieze Was Fun, But Is Damien Hirst’s Pickled Sheep Killing You?

By Alanna Martinez
Inside Rose Bar

Why Rose Bar Isn’t Like Any Other Nightlife Spot in NYC

By Dena Silver
Damien Hirst.

Damien Hirst Reunites With Gagosian, The Met Plans Staff Cuts—and More

By Alanna Martinez
UNSPECIFIED - CIRCA 1754: Harriet Tubman (c1820-1913) American born in slavery, escaped 1849, and became leading Abolitionist. Active as a 'conductor' in the Underground Railroad. Photograph.

Harriet Tubman to Appear on $20 Bill, Hirst’s Formaldehyde Art Leaks Fumes—and More

By Alanna Martinez
Marcia Resnick, David Byrne, 1981.

Weekend Edition: 12 Things to Do in New York’s Art World Before February 29

By Paul Laster
The Terminator thinks your art is derivative.

Scientists Invent Robot Art Critic, Charlton Heston Collection for Sale—and More

By Alanna Martinez
Artist Damien Hirst's new London restaurant Pharmacy2.

Inside Damien Hirst’s London Restaurant, Pace Gallery Opens New NYC Space—and More

By Alanna Martinez
Inside Robbig-Munchen (Booth 116), arguably the most elaborate at this year’s edition of The European Fine Art Fair.

TEFAF Heads to NY, Stallone’s Rodin Sets Auction Record—and More

By Alanna Martinez
(Gustavo Caballero/Getty Images)

Day One, ABMB 2015: Opening Ceremonies for The Olympics of the 1%

By Alexandra Peers
Phillips Sunday night. (Photo: Courtesy Phillips Auction)

Phillips’ Sunday 20th Century/ Contemporary Auction Less Than Lively

By Guelda Voien
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