Angela Leon Cervera

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Step Inside Creative Sanctuaries

2 days ago | lustermagazine.com | Angela Leon Cervera

Ever wondered where genius truly sparks? It’s often within the four walls of an artist’s home, where daily life and grand visions intertwine. From surrealist labyrinths to desert adobe, these preserved sanctuaries offer a rare peek into the minds of celebrated creators. Join us on a tour of these extraordinary artists’ homes, now open for your exploration. These spaces are not just houses. They are canvases, manifestos, and intimate reflections of the artistic soul.
Art Market's Enduring Stars

3 days ago | lustermagazine.com | Angela Leon Cervera

The art market is a fascinating blend of enduring value and shifting tides. While headlines sometimes suggest a cooling trend, recent auction results paint a more nuanced picture. Masterpieces and top-tier contemporary works continue to command impressive prices, proving that exceptional art remains a hot commodity, even as broader market dynamics evolve. Join us as we dive into the sales that are shaping the discourse, revealing how certain artists consistently triumph amidst change.
Bid on Brilliance!

3 days ago | lustermagazine.com | Angela Leon Cervera

Ever dreamed of owning a piece of history, a stroke of genius, or perhaps just a dazzling conversation starter? June is a thrilling month in the art world, as the titans of the auction block — Christie’s, Sotheby’s, and Phillips — unleash their most anticipated sales. This isn’t just about big numbers; it’s about the pulse of the art market, the thrill of discovery, and the chance to connect with extraordinary works.
Step Inside: 6 Paris Museums That Feel Like Private Discoveries

3 days ago | lustermagazine.com | Angela Leon Cervera

Everyone knows the Mona Lisa’s smile—but what about the quiet grin of a marble muse tucked behind Luxembourg Gardens, or the sweet aroma rising from a 19th-century chocolate factory near Bonne Nouvelle? Beyond the Louvre’s legendary queues, Paris keeps a cabinet of curiosities for travelers who prefer sideways glances to selfies. Welcome to the city’s clandestine cultural circuit, where solitude is a perk and wonder is the entry fee.
Terracotta Turmoil: Tourist Damages Xi’an Warriors

4 days ago | lustermagazine.com | Angela Leon Cervera

Few alarm bells ring louder than the crack of 2,000‑year‑old clay. On May 30, 2025, a 30‑year‑old tourist vaulted the guardrail and safety net at Xi’an’s Museum of the Terracotta Army, plunging 18 feet (5.4 m) into Pit 3 before pushing and pulling two ancient warriors. Both figures toppled—one losing part of its forearm, the other sustaining a fissure along the torso—before guards restrained the intruder.
The Hidden Museum Circuit: 6 NYC Gems You’ll Wish You Found Sooner

6 days ago | lustermagazine.com | Angela Leon Cervera

New York flaunts icons like the Met, yet magic hides down quieter streets. Swap crowds for discovery across six secret gems. Step into a world where color and creativity collide. The Museum of Ice Cream is an immersive playground featuring thirteen candy-colored rooms designed to delight all your senses.
Venice Biennale: Where Architecture Dreams Sail

1 week ago | lustermagazine.com | Angela Leon Cervera

Venice glitters with gondolas, but its real sparkle lies in ideas. Once a maritime powerhouse, the lagoon now exports culture instead of spices. The Venice Architecture Biennale turns palazzos and shipyards into blueprints for tomorrow. The Biennale launched in 1895, courting painters and sculptors. Architecture joined officially in 1980 under Paolo Portoghesi’s curatorial helm.
Street Art Storms Auctions: Beyond Banksy

1 week ago | lustermagazine.com | Angela Leon Cervera

Street art has dramatically transformed from its origins on gritty city walls to commanding attention in the world’s most prestigious auction houses like Christie’s and Sotheby’s. What was once considered rebellious graffiti is now a highly sought-after investment, attracting collectors worldwide. From anonymous tags to iconic signed pieces, the street art market has evolved into a vital segment of contemporary art.
Alma Thomas Way: Washington, D.C. Renames a Block for Its Brightest Colorist

1 week ago | lustermagazine.com | Angela Leon Cervera

Washington, D.C. has many commemorative avenues, but none celebrated its most radiant home-grown modernist—until now. On April 29, 2025, the city installed “Alma Thomas Way” signs at both ends of the 1500 block of 15th Street NW. This block is where Thomas lived, taught, and painted for seven decades. Councilmember Christina Henderson introduced the renaming bill. The council approved it unanimously, and Mayor Muriel Bowser signed it.
London’s Hammer High: 2025 Auctions Smash Records & Reset the Rules

1 week ago | lustermagazine.com | Angela Leon Cervera

After a cautious 2024, the Big Three came out swinging: nine sales (four evening + five day) moved almost 730 lots and realised £255.5 million. That’s more cash and more lots than last October’s cycle—and the clearest proof yet that serious buyers are back in the room (and on the phone, and in VR headsets). Average price: £412,836 (+24 % YoY)*figure calculated across all houses; individual‑sale averages varySell‑through: strong across tiers, with sub‑£500k works posting the fastest absorption.