Florida Art History Professor Suspended Due to Charlie Kirk Remarks; Transfer of Controversial Bayeux Tapestry Halted and Other Morning Updates on September 18, 2025
In the world of art and culture, there's always something new and intriguing happening. Here's a snapshot of some recent developments:
French Artist Martial Raysse Joins Templon Gallery
French artist Martial Raysse is set to join Templon gallery, with an exhibition of his recent paintings scheduled for January 2026. This exciting event coincides with the gallery's 60th anniversary.
The Bayeux Tapestry's Controversial Loan
The proposed loan of the Bayeux Tapestry by French President Emmanuel Macron to the British Museum has become a topic of debate. However, due to national strikes over budget cuts, the tapestry will not be making a planned restoration trip today.
Gaza City's Artifacts Under Threat
Archaeologists and museum workers are racing against time to save artifacts stored in Gaza City due to an ongoing ground invasion by the Israeli military. Unfortunately, about 30 percent of the artifacts could not be evacuated in time from Gaza's main storage facility, the Al-Kawthar residential tower, before an airstrike destroyed the building.
Art World's New York Shake-Up
Felix Rödders, former director of David Zwirner gallery, is making waves in the New York art scene with his new namesake gallery project. Rödders emphasizes a focus on high-quality, small-scale operations, and his venture is supported by several galleries, including Hauser & Wirth and Luhring Augustine Chelsea.
Christie's Auction Highlight
Christie's auction house will soon sell a rare double portrait made by David Hockney in 1968 of the English novelist Christopher Isherwood and his partner, artist Don Bachardy. The piece is expected to fetch over $50 million.
Hollywood Legend's Artistic Dreams
The late Hollywood icon Robert Redford, who recently passed away at age 89, had early dreams of becoming a visual artist. However, after criticism from an art teacher, he abandoned this pursuit.
Controversy at Florida Atlantic University
Karen Leader, a tenured art history professor at Florida Atlantic University, has been placed on administrative leave due to her social media posts about Charlie Kirk, an activist. It's important to note that this situation is not related to the recent murder of Charlie Kirk.
Suspension of Jimmy Kimmel
High-profile figure Jimmy Kimmel has been suspended due to right-wing criticism of his remarks about Charlie Kirk. However, this event is also unrelated to the murder of Charlie Kirk.
Closures Due to Protest Movement
Some museums, including the Louvre, have had to close galleries due to fallout from the protest movement. This has been a challenging time for the cultural sector.
Mysterious Disappearance in Egypt
Egypt's Ministry of Tourism has announced the disappearance of a 3,000-year-old gold bracelet with a lapis lazuli bead, once worn by a pharaoh, from the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. The investigation is ongoing.
The Bayeux Tapestry's Restoration Delay
The Bayeux Tapestry was to be restored for a loan to the British Museum, but the French presidency stated that local authorities cannot ensure the security of such a high-profile transfer due to strikes.
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