Submerged Stone Age Wall May Be Europe’s Oldest Known Structure, Toppled Edward Colston Statue Heads to Museum, and More: Morning Links for February 13, 2024
Here’s what we’re reading this morning.
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Suspect Arrested in Relation to the Theft and Destruction of Bronze Jackie Robinson Statue in Kansas Park
The bronze statue made national headlines after thieves cut the historic figure off at its ankles, and burned remains were found in a trash can five days later.
Pro-Palestine Demonstrators Protest at Art Gallery of Ontario, Marching Through KAWS Show
The protestors called on the museum to further address the departure of Indigenous art curator Wanda Nanibush.
Rome’s Basilica Ulpia Gets a Controversial Makeover Thanks to a Russian Oligarch
Meanwhile, historians have also questioned the accuracy of the reconstruction.
First Century Villa Near Mount Vesuvius May Belong to Pliny the Elder
When Mount Vesuvius erupted, Pliny the Elder sailed from his home toward the volcano to rescue people. He later died from toxic gas poisoning.
Curators and Artists Call for Iowa Museum to Reverse Plan to Remove Mary Miss Land Art Installation
The museum has invested an estimated $1 million in repairs.
Collector Departs Art Organizations’ Boards after Allegedly Urging Violence Against Pro-Palestine Protesters
Scott Lorinsky was accused of telling drivers to hit demonstrators their cars.
Major Street Artists Sue Clothing Brand Guess, Accusing Them of Stealing Their Work
It’s not the first time the clothing brand has been accused stealing graffiti artists’ work.
Stolen Van Gogh Back at Dutch Museum After Being Anonymously Returned
See it at the Groninger Museum starting March 29.