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Leonardo, Raphael and Michelangelo: who is the greatest of the Renaissance masters?

Ahead of a new exhibition at London’s Royal Academy of Arts, writers make a case for each of Renaissance art’s big three, from the secretive genius of Leonardo to Raphael’s beguiling brilliance and the space-filling majesty of Michelangelo

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Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael review – bitchy Da Vinci conquers the army of gnarly nudes

The battle scenes at the centre of this somewhat academic exhibition ring with unforgettable violence – as Leonardo’s howling warrior prepares to sever an enemy’s hand

The Guardian - UK

Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael at the Royal Academy review: a gem of a show and a testament to staggering genius

5/5 This exhibition is almost understated with its subdued décor and lighting yet mind blowing in suggestion and imagination

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Drawing the Italian Renaissance at the King’s Gallery review: from Leonardo’s dragons to Raphael’s Graces this is a splendid show

5/5 There is an extraordinary number of Old Masters on display as well as lesser known artists of striking quality

Evening Standard

Drawing the Italian Renaissance review – Christ, naked and muscly, leaps from the grave

Among dazzling works by Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo from the Royal Collection, the sketches of lesser artists offer comfort and inspiration to future artists in this absorbing show

The Guardian - UK

‘Immensely private’: inside great sketchbooks from history

The V&A has delved into its archives to showcase the embryonic work of leading artists including Leonardo and Constable along with lesser-known talents

The Guardian - UK

The new Wolf Hall? Bitter rivalries in Renaissance Florence coming to BBC

Renaissance: The Blood and the Beauty examines the struggle between Michelangelo, Raphael and Leonardo

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Live and let fly: James Bond helicopter firm awaits UK decision on £1bn deal

Jobs in Yeovil, the UK’s last helicopter factory, could be at risk if Labour decides not to award contract to Leonardo

The Guardian - UK

What makes an artist great? 5 reasons why the likes of Goya, Frida Kahlo and Da Vinci are still revered today

How can we explain, in simple terms, what makes a great artist? This question is more complex than it seems, as it forces us to think more broadly about what art is and who artists are. Above all, it forces us to reflect on what makes one artist more important…

The Conversation

How Sigmund Freud attempted to solve the ‘riddle’ of Leonardo da Vinci’s genius

The idea that prowess in activities like playing chess or writing poetry might be “fuelled” by frustrated, unconscious sexual desire is fairly well known today. But writing more than a century ago, Sigmund Freud was considered radical in his explanation of how sexual impulses could be transformed into creative or…

The Conversation

Salvator Mundi, Saudi Arabia and the saga of the missing masterpiece

In 2017, the portrait, attributed to Leonardo da Vinci, sold for a record £360m and vanished. Now, it is claimed, it will reappear as the star exhibit in a Saudi branch of the Louvre

The Guardian - UK

50 Hilariously Relatable Art History Memes That Prove Nothing Has Changed In Hundreds Of Years

The Mona Lisa was the mother of memes since before memes were even a thing. She paved the way for a plethora of parodies that people can relate to, even if they aren't art lovers. The post 50 Hilariously Relatable Art History Memes That Prove Nothing Has Changed In Hundreds…

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Spanish police arrest man for trying to sell fake da Vinci painting in Italy

Fake was likely painted at the beginning of 20th century

The Independent UK

French customs officers thwart €1.3m sale of fake Leonardo da Vinci painting

Spanish police make arrest after being notified that export licence had expired and work was found to be a copy

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Laurence Fox facing fresh legal action over Olympic opening ceremony paedophile jibe

Drag queen Nicky Doll has filed a defamation complaint

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‘Unique opportunity’ to see Italian Renaissance drawings in London

Exhibition from royal collection will include about 160 works from Titian, Michelangelo, Leonardo and others

The Independent UK

Olympic and faith leaders seek reset after opening ceremony outcry, while chaplains welcome athletes

The 2024 Paris Games got off to a rocky start with many religious groups around the world, including the Vatican over a tableau in the opening ceremony perceived by some as evoking Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper.”

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Activist Faces Backlash Over Misinterpreted “Last Supper” Act At Olympics, Files Suit

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DJ files suit over death threats from those claiming Olympics ceremony parodied 'Last Supper'

French DJ Barbara Butch has filed legal complaints over the death threats and other abuse she has received since featuring in a segment of the Paris Olympics' opening ceremony that some saw as a parody of Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper". The ceremony's artistic director has denied the tableau…

The Times of India

Paris Olympics opening ceremony a 'disgrace': Donald Trump

NEW DELHI: Former US president Donald Trump has expressed his disapproval of the opening ceremony of the Paris Summer Olympics. He described the event as a "disgrace" in response to widespread criticism surrounding a particular scene. The controversial moment, according to detractors, appeared to mock the renowned painting by Leonardo…

Salon

Olympic "satanism" controversy explained

Actor Candace Cameron Bure said the opening ceremony tableau served to "blaspheme and mock the Christian faith"

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Fans Dress As Mona Lisa To Support Germany In Handball

Fans dressed as Mona Lisa at a handball match in Paris, adding cultural flair and creativity to the sporting event.

International Business Times

Speaker Mike Johnson Slams Olympics For Mocking Christians

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) issued on Sunday a formal apology following complaints about a segment in the opening ceremony.

The Independent UK

Paris Olympics organizers say they meant no disrespect with 'Last Supper' tableau

Paris Olympics organizers have apologized to any people who were offended by a tableau during Friday’s opening ceremony evoking Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper

The Independent UK

Paris' Olympics opening was wacky and wonderful — and upset bishops. Here's why

Ah Paris, the Olympic gold medalist of naughtiness

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