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Fake Picassos in a ladies toilet: why the saga at MONA is one of the most effective pieces of performance art I’ve seen

In the latest instalment of the Ladies Lounge saga at Hobart’s Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), curator Kirsha Kaechele has revealed she faked a number of Pablo Picasso paintings hanging in the gallery’s new ladies toilets, established in response to the forced closure of the Ladies Lounge earlier…

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MONA Artist Confesses She Faked Three ‘Priceless’ Picasso Paintings And Nobody Had A Clue

"I waited for weeks. Nothing happened."

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'Picassos' hanging in Tasmania's MONA were 'created'

Artist and curator Kirsha Kaechele has revealed two paintings hung in Tasmania's MONA are not Picassos and were, in fact, painted by her.

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Fake Picassos: Mona admits Ladies Lounge paintings were forged by Kirsha Kaechele

The paintings made global headlines after being moved to Mona’s female toilets in protest against a court ruling. But they were never real to begin with

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Treasure hunters: the enthralling, emotional inside story of a house clearance

They never know what they will find – from fleas to Picassos to Soviet missiles beneath the stairs. But what they do is crucial and cathartic

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MONA Fires Back To That Discrimination Ruling By Hanging Priceless Picassos In The Ladies’ Toots

Big win for the girls (and bathroom mirror selfies).

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Mona hangs Picassos in women’s toilet in response to court ruling

Picassos were among artworks hanging in Ladies Lounge exhibition that closed after a court ruled it must admit men

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In the footsteps of Lee Miller and the surrealists: a tour of her arty Sussex retreat

A film about the war photographer and model Lee Miller will be released this year. Her son is our guide for a trip to Farleys, her art-filled Sussex home

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Rare photographs by Dora Maar cast Picasso’s tormented muse in a new light

London gallery shows intimate images, including portraits of the artist, that reveal a great talent in her own right

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“How could Syd Barrett find being in the back of a van with the lads interesting, when his head was out there? You’re working all the time in your head”: The prog credentials of Prefab Sprout’s Paddy McAloon

There are hints throughout the band’s catalogue, but cult album I Trawl The Megahertz, built from quotes found in broadcast media, is Exhibit A in the prog case

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Gorgeous Bug That Was Named After Picasso Images Is Going Viral, People Online Love It

A bug that looks as if it was painted by the famous artist Pablo Picasso takes over the internet, capturing everyone's attention with its unusual beauty. The post Gorgeous Bug That Was Named After Picasso Images Is Going Viral, People Online Love It first appeared on Bored Panda.

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‘We dug deep into our souls at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park’: the power of art for healing and wellbeing

Mood-lifting, mind-expanding, heart-opening – art is so much more than just a feast for the eyes

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Best places to buy art prints for your home or office

Transform your space into a vibrant gallery bursting with personality

Evening Standard

50 Cute Dogs That Got Forever Encapsulated In History

If browsing dog pics is something you enjoy, you ought to appreciate these historical images, as shared by ‘A History Of Dogs’. The post 50 Cute Dogs That Got Forever Encapsulated In History first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Best surrealist art to inject your space with dream-like beauty

Fantastical prints by Dalí, René Magritte, Joan Miró and more

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Exploring The Remarkable Achievements Of Scorpio's Hall Of Fame

Scorpios, born between October 23 and November 21, are known for their intense and passionate personalities. Many famous individuals fall under this zodiac sign, leaving a lasting impact on various fields. Let's explore some of the celebrated Scorpios in history:

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Take that, Picasso: the frenzied work by Faith Ringgold that took MoMA by storm

The artist, who has died aged 93, spent her life battling white male dominance, in the gallery and beyond. Her work foregrounded Black American experience with a raw and unforgettable power

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Art unlocked: critics on the one work that explains the great artists, from Turner to Basquiat

Expressionism, sculpture, video: the art world is so vast and varied it can be difficult to know where to start, even with its biggest names. Our writers suggest the one piece that can help you understand masters old and new

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In a divided Europe, Spain emerges as a champion of Palestinian statehood

Spain’s Pedro Sanchez has been a staunch critic of Israel’s Gaza offensive since the start of the conflict, standing out in a cautious and divided Europe. He is now pushing his EU partners to recognise a Palestinian state and take concrete action over Israel’s conduct of the war.

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70 People Share The Most Obscene Displays Of Wealth They Have Ever Seen (70 Stories)

We can't tell folks how to spend their money. But we can definitely have an opinion on it. Especially when they're flaunting their extravagant purchases for all to see. The post 70 People Share The Most Obscene Displays Of Wealth They Have Ever Seen (70 Stories) first appeared on Bored…

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Malaga Picasso Museum Reorders Works In New Exhibition

The Picasso Museum in Malaga, the southern Spanish city where the artist was born, will open a new exhibition on Tuesday which groups his works according to theme instead of by period.

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Freddie Mercury's London Sanctuary Hits Market After Renovations

Explore the iconic Garden Lodge in London, once owned by Freddie Mercury, now up for sale after nearly 50 years. Discover its opulent history and the memor...

Evening Standard

London's top tourist attractions 2024: what's on in the capital's most visited sites

New figures released today reveal how the capital’s biggest attractions are bouncing back after Covid

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Best art history books for honing your cultural knowledge

Discover the vibrant tapestry of the art world and its pioneers

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Paris Picasso Museum Reopens With New Selection

The Picasso Museum in Paris, which houses the world's biggest collection of the Spanish artist's works, is reopening on Tuesday with an overhauled display and a first-ever tribute to his ex-partner, the renowned painter Francoise Gilot.

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