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On August 1, 2026, Thaddaeus Ropac Gallery released an essay examining Anselm Kiefer's artistic practice, focusing on his use of raw materials such as straw, lead, and gold leaf to convey historical weight and existential themes.
Glenn Ligon, the celebrated American conceptual artist, has opened 'Black Moons,' his first solo exhibition in South Korea, at the Amorepacific Headquarters in Seoul.
On July 21, 2026, Galerie Max Hetzler announced that Eddie Martinez's commission for The Art of the Game, a public art program presented by ARTS 14C in partnership with the New York New Jersey 2026 World Cup Host Committee, is installed at Riverfront Park, Newark.
On July 20, 2026, Galerie Max Hetzler announced the publication of Eddie Martinez's debut monograph, "Eddie Martinez: 20 Years of Painting," which focuses solely on the artist's paintings and is divided into key themes.
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