Culture & Languages
Environmentalist Artists: Climate Change Awareness
In the 21st century climate change is an inescapable, but hard to face aspect of our world. From rising sea levels to melting glaciers and rising temperatures, scarcely a day goes by when we are not confronted by a discussion about climate change
Auction Houses vs The Internet
Throughout the years, high end retailers and luxury brands alike have been reluctant to market their products online and have shied away from the use of digital selling channels in the past. This is a conscious decision made by influential figures within such companies wanting to preserve the sense of exclusiveness that comes with purchasing from a luxury outlet.
Echoes – An Exhibition of work by Qu Leilei
Alchemy’s fine art team were delighted to attend the opening exhibition of Qu Leilei’s Echoes at 3812 Gallery in London last month.
72 hours in Vienna, Austria: An Art Lovers’ guide!
Whether you are a seasoned Art buff or simply a tourist with an appreciation for the finer things, the beautiful city of Vienna has something to offer everyone.
Black History Month: Prominent Artists
October marks Black History Month in the UK; in this post, Alchemy will be looking at highly esteemed black artists and their key artworks.
What are the most expensive artworks ever sold?
Recently, the artworld has been dazzled by the sale of Claude Monet’s 1890 painting ‘Meules’. The artwork was sold in an astonishing eight minutes for an eyewatering $110.7million, breaking records for the most an impressionist work has ever sold for. Interestingly, professionals are describing the sale as a ‘bargain’ in comparison to previous sale records – so what are the most expensive artworks ever sold, and what makes them so valuable?
The Art World Responds to Trump
Donald Trump’s presidency has caused controversy around the globe. Find out more here about how the art world responded to the Trump administration.