The National Gallery in London has announced unexpected and significant budget cuts, including potential staff reductions, due to a projected deficit of £8.2 million for the upcoming year. This financial crisis comes as a surprise following the recent completion of a major building project and the announcement of another ambitious expansion planned for the 2030s.
Beyond the fiscal news, the art world sees major exhibition openings including a bird-themed show at the Mauritshuis curated by historian Simon Schama and the iconic painting 'The Goldfinch'. Additionally, a significant retrospective of Danish painter Vilhelm Hammershøi has launched at the Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza in Madrid, highlighting the enduring appeal of his quiet, atmospheric interiors.