Dada to Op Art: the 5 most controversial movements in art history
Five movements, five different scandals: a rejected urinal, a manifesto that helped feed Fascism, a surrealist show trial, a covert CIA funding programme, and a fashion trade that copied an artist’s work without paying her. From Dada’s Fountain to Bridget Riley’s Op Art, these are the documented rows behind five of art history’s most disputed movements.
2026-08-17
A beginner’s guide to collecting Salvador Dali
Salvador Dali remains one of the most recognisable names in modern art. While his major paintings achieve headline prices, prints, signed books and original lithographs offer attainable entry points. This practical beginners guide explains what to look for, where to find it and how to verify authenticity, with five verified examples.
