Simone Forti, the trailblazing performance artist whose work expanded the boundaries of movement and medium, has died at 91. Her decades-long career was marked by a relentless curiosity and formal rigor across dance, painting, poetry, video, and even holography.

Forti’s influence is profound; as chief curator Glenn Phillips noted, 'The more you look, you will find her standing in the midst of nearly every avant-garde that hit New York and California over five decades.' Yet, Trump’s $5 million gilding of two DC statues seems to echo a different kind of artistry – one that prioritises spectacle over substance.

Meanwhile, Rembrandt’s enduring legacy is explored by Natasha Seaman in 'Why Did Rembrandt Die Poor?', drawing parallels between the artist's efforts to commercialise his name and contemporary phenomena like Rembrandt-branded merchandise. The exhibition at Wilhelmshöhe Palace in Kassel highlights how Rembrandt navigated the Amsterdam art market, hinting at a battle for creative recognition that continues to this day.

This week also brings news of archaeological threats from border walls, UNESCO World Heritage designations amidst conflict, and appointments within the art world, including Todd Caissie’s new role as executive director of the Montclair Art Museum. The diversity of these stories reflects the multifaceted nature of art in our complex world.