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Robert Mapplethorpe’s Le forme del classico at Le Stanze della Fotografia in Venice is an exhibition that lingers long after you leave. Set within the contemplative spaces of the Fondazione Giorgio Cini on San Giorgio Maggiore, the show reveals Mapplethorpe’s ability to transform the human body into something timeless—where photography meets classical sculpture, and beauty is inseparable from tension, provocation, and technical mastery.

We’re excited to announce the launch of The Fine Art Ledger Podcast , a new series dedicated to exploring how technology, innovation, and creativity are transforming the art world. The art world is evolving at a pace faster than ever. From digital exhibitions to blockchain and NFT-based authentication, the ways we own, manage, experience, buy, and sell art are changing — and we’re here to guide you through it all. Episode 1: NFTs in the Gallery — Beyond JPEGs to a New Era of

At Rome’s Palazzo Bonaparte, two powerful exhibitions brought together the contrasting yet complementary visions of photographer Elliott Erwitt and Superrealist sculptor Carole Feuerman. From Erwitt’s witty, humanistic moments frozen in black and white to Feuerman’s provocative, hyperreal sculptures of the female form, the pairing created a compelling dialogue about humanity, authenticity, and how art captures—and preserves—truth across time.