Art5 hrs agoHow Aphrodite became a controversial sex symbolArtworks depicting the ancient Greek goddess of love and beauty, have long been branded obscene. How did she become one of the most controversial figures in the history of art?5 hrs ago6 hrs agoAt least five arrested over Renoir museum theftThe two paintings by the French artist stolen in last month's heist have yet to be recovered.6 hrs ago2 days agoUnknown Canaletto work could fetch £60k at auctionThe rare artwork is going under the hammer at Mallams auction house in Abingdon later this month.2 days ago2 days ago10 images capturing the chaos of '90s Brit cultureIt was the last hurrah of analogue, 20th-Century life in the UK, as the era's chaotic, thrilling energy spilled into music, fashion, art and hedonism.2 days ago2 days agoGallery celebrates city's people, places and soundsA new gallery tells the story of the city through the eyes of Birmingham Museums' Citizens' Jury.2 days ago3 days agoTeenage artist finds confidence in illustratingBethany's work is published after her talent was spotted by an author visiting her school.3 days ago4 days agoBritish Museum announces changes to ease Bayeux Tapestry queuesMeasures include extended opening hours, as well as an audio guide and additional seating for visitors.4 days ago4 days agoThe hidden daytime dance revolution - and the man who captured it on cameraTim Smith's shots of the early 'daytimers' bhangra scene in Bradford feature in a Tate exhibition.4 days ago4 days agoPainting that went unnoticed for 150 years found on back of mapThe watercolour on the back of a map gives a rare snapshot of the Dryburgh suspension bridge shortly after it opened.4 days ago...
