Welcome to the Friday Weekly Wrap-Up newsletter, where we explore the intersection of Art, Fashion, and Pop Culture.
Vivienne Westwood: The Personal Collection at Christie’s
This week Christie’s announced the ‘Vivienne Westwood: The Personal Collection‘ auction, featuring over 200 lots spanning four decades of the iconic designer’s career. Proceeds from the sales benefit The Vivienne Foundation, Amnesty International, and Médecins Sans Frontières, with a free public exhibition at Christie’s headquarters in London from June 14 to 24. Auction dates: Part I on June 25, Part II online from June 14 to 28. Head over to their website to learn more.
Archie Moore’s ‘Kith and Kin’ wins at La Biennale di Venezia
Archie Moore, an Australian First Nations Artist, made history by clinching the prestigious Golden Lion prize for Best National Participation at the 60th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia with his piece ‘Kith and Kin’. Through this work, Moore intricately illustrates his Kamilaroi, Bigambul, and British ancestry spanning 65,000 years, using white chalk on black walls. This profound piece serves as a poignant celebration of indigenous Australian heritage while shedding light on the profound complexities of intergenerational trauma.
Marc Quinn’s Light Into Life at Kew Gardens
This week, Kew Gardens unveiled their upcoming exhibition: “Marc Quinn: Light Into Life.” Mark your diaries to explore a mix of art and nature from May 4th to September 29th, as Quinn’s visionary pieces illuminate the iconic London gardens with inspiration drawn from both nature and science.
Inside Emma Roberts’ Doll-Infused Art Collection
Architectural Digest home tours grant us a peek into celebrity interiors and their art collections. Recently, Emma Roberts unveiled her art collection during her feature, showcasing her admiration for Laura Colors and Mab Graves, especially drawn to their doll-themed works.
Unveiling the 2024 Turner Prize Shortlist
Celebrating its 40th anniversary, the Turner Prize unveils its 2024 shortlist. Discover the eclectic contenders vying for the esteemed £25,000 prize: Jasleen Kaur’s poignant fusion of a Ford Escort and a colossal doily, Delaine Le Bas’s homage to her Roma heritage through vibrant fabric and theatrical attire, Pio Abad’s thought-provoking exploration of cultural restitution intertwining personal sketches with museum artifacts, and Claudette Johnson’s evocative portrayal of black identity through traditional mediums. Which resonates most with you?
