Kunstmuseum Basel Acquires Richard Hunt's 1965 Sculpture 'Opposed Forms'
On June 25, 2026, Kunstmuseum Basel announced the acquisition of Richard Hunt's 1965 chromed steel sculpture 'Opposed Forms'.
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Alex Katz Solo Exhibition at Thaddaeus Ropac Highlights Preparatory Works and Wet-on-Wet Technique
On June 30, 2026, Thaddaeus Ropac announced a new solo exhibition by Alex Katz focusing on the artist's preparatory works, including intimate, small-scale paintings such as "Study for Trees" (2025).
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Thaddaeus Ropac Publishes Analysis of Alex Katz Palette and Compositions
On June 16, 2026, Thaddaeus Ropac published an analysis by Hyunjoo Jung examining Alex Katz's painting techniques. The text details Katz's luminous flat color planes set against bold monochromatic backdrops or interwoven with primary and pastel tones that reflect New York sunlight.
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ExhibitionGalleryMay 13
Buffalo AKG Art Museum to Host Ali Banisadr Exhibition 'Temple of the Mind' in 2026
Ali Banisadr: Temple of the Mind will be on view from June 26 to November 8, 2026, in the Hemicycle Gallery and throughout the Wilmers Galleries at AKG. The exhibition marks the first time an artist has been invited to stage interventions in the museum’s permanent collection galleries.
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