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Canal Projects, Cutting-Edge New York Art Space, to Close After Four Years

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DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · 2d

Canal Projects, Cutting-Edge New York Art Space, to Close After Four Years #art

The organization said it would pivot toward grant-making.

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · 2d

A Trove of 20,000 Medieval Coins Discovered by Man Digging for Worms in Sweden. The artifacts, which were buried in a copper cauldron, include coins imprinted with “Kanutus,” a reference to Swedish king Knut Eriksson. Some of them are so-called “bishop coins” minted by powerful bishops. #art

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · 2d

Fabergé Egg Commissioned by Emperor Nicolas II Could Set a New Auction Record at Christie’s in December www.artnews.com/art-news/ne... #art

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · 2d

Dive into the Painstaking Process of Restoring an 18th-Century Fan.
Susan Catcher walks us through her impeccably precise process as she restores a damaged fan dating back 200 years.
www.thisiscolossal.com/2025... #art

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · 2d

$3.2 M Basquiat Headlines Smaller Phillips London Sale, Down 30 Percent From Last Year www.artnews.com/art-news/ma... #art

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · 2d

Conrad Bakker Recreated All 1,100+ Books in Pioneering Land Artist Robert Smithson’s Personal Library www.thisiscolossal.com/2025... #art

A Giant Kermit the Frog and a Monumental Textile Take Over Paris via Art Basel

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · 3d

A Giant Kermit the Frog and a Monumental Textile Take Over Paris via Art Basel #art

Ahead of the fair's opening, Helen Marten, Alex Da Corte, and more are showing new and recent projects.

Stretch of Downtown Manhattan Renamed ‘Jean-Michel Basquiat Way’

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DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · 5d

Stretch of Downtown Manhattan Renamed ‘Jean-Michel Basquiat Way’ #art

As of 1 p.m. today onward, the span of Great Jones Street between Bowery and Lafayette will be known as 'Jean-Michel Basquiat Way.'

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DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · 13d

Ancient Egyptian Iconography Discovered in a Roman-Era Bathhouse in Turkey www.artnews.com/art-news/ne... #art

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · 13d

Yen Yen Chou Embraces Change in a Whimsical Realm Brimming with Water Droplets www.thisiscolossal.com/2025... #art

A New Study Conducted the Most Comprehensive Survey of Egypt’s Karnak Temple, Revealing ‘Unprecedented Detail’

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · 15d

In Paolo Puck’s imaginary realm of Fliffmellington, surreal characters come to life through elaborate costumes. Often weathered and tumbled-looking, a series of handbags, purses, and helmets glimpse a wonderfully weird world.

www.thisiscolossal.com/2025... #art

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DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · 19d

A New Study Conducted the Most Comprehensive Survey of Egypt’s Karnak Temple, Revealing ‘Unprecedented Detail’ #art

The temple in Luxor is one of Egypt's most famous archaeological sites.

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · Sep 11

Unravel the mysteries behind Angela Burson's enigmatic paintings 🎨 Explore her intricate works of art that blend analog and digital techniques at this captivating exhibit! #AngelaBurson #art #analog #digitalart

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · Sep 10

Fair point…..

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · Sep 10

A mural by Banksy appeared on the side of the Royal Courts of Justice building in central London. Within hours the artwork had been covered, guarded and is now being removed. The courts service states is legally has to maintain the character of the building due to its listed status. #mood #banksy

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · Sep 9

The £80m restoration of Big Ben's tower is in the running for the Riba Stirling Prize, a top architecture award. Judges praise the project for its conservation efforts and craftsmanship. 🌟 #architecture #RibaStirlingPrize #BigBenTower

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · Sep 9

The highly anticipated film "Man of Tomorrow" is set to hit theaters on July 9, 2027, as announced by the filmmaker on Instagram. The reveal included a drawing of Lex Luthor in an iconic mech suit, marking its first appearance in a live-action adaptation. #ManofTomorrow #DC #movieannouncement

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · Sep 9

An elite Moche residence dating back 1,400 years has been discovered at the Licapa II site in northern Peru. It contained high quality ceramics, imported vessels, & evidence of a prosperous diet & regional trade. Experts believe the site was intentionally buried around A.D. 700. #Archaeology #art

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DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · Sep 9

Pedro Pedro's 'Picnic' features 15 new canvases with a subtle homage to the 1950s, critiquing the fast pace of 2025. The exhibit showcases mid-century furniture and aesthetic, inviting viewers to savor the present moment. #art

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · Sep 8

Renowned for her underwater photography, Christy Lee Rogers captures the interplay of chaos and freedom in water, portraying figures amidst billowing fabrics with Baroque and Rococo influences. #art #underwaterphotography

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · Sep 7

According to reports, a live-action Call of Duty film is in development. The news was confirmed by the film's studio, Activision Blizzard, and is set to be a major production. #CallOfDutyMovie #VideoGameAdaptation

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · Sep 7

Actor Colman Domingo expressed strong emotions at the Venice premiere of Gus Van Sant’s ‘Dead Man’s Wire’, emphasizing the film’s relevance in addressing social issues. The 11-minute ovation reflected its impactful reception. #GusVanSant #DeadMansWire #VeniceFilmFestival

DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · Sep 7

Contemporary artists Amy Sillman and Cameron Martin delve into the concept of tragicomic abstraction, exploring the intersection of humor and tragedy in their paintings. #Art #AbstractArt #ContemporaryArt

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DJ Koos @djkoos.bsky.social · Sep 7

The historic first-ever concert at St. Peter's Square in Vatican City will be co-directed by Pharrell Williams and Andrea Bocelli, with musical direction by Adam Blackstone. This unique event is set to make musical history. #blacksky