Antonello da Messina’s triptych brought together in 15-year loan agreement

While government moves to limit right to strike by reclassifying museums as “essential public services” on a par with schools and hospitals

The Fendi-backed €2.2m restoration of the Roman tourist favourite is nearly complete

During 25 years at the helm she transformed pavilion in London park into venue for international art and architecture

€2m restoration of eight marble outer walls took 21 months

Toy maker has refused to supply materials for artist’s installation in Melbourne

Revamp of Musée de l’Homme will chart humanity’s story from prehistory to the present—and future

Hirst is a fan and friend of the late abstract painter

Newport Street Gallery’s lofty spaces are devoted to his friend John Hoyland’s abstract canvases

Union members reached agreement with gallery over work conditions

From opera singers to homewares, works in the 2015 exhibition break out of traditional art categories

The outline of a house dating to the sixth century BC was found beneath the Palazzo Canevari on the Quirinal Hill

Fondo Ambiente Italiano offers its own space in St Mark’s Square after mayor tries to postpone exhibition at Doge’s Palace

Now that Dutch government has pledged funds, joint acquisition with French museum seems unlikely

Seven international artists are in the running for the £40,000 Cardiff-based Artes Mundi award

William Kentridge's marching refugees, Luc Tuymans's abstract friends and possibly the capital's tiniest show

To coincide with city's antiques biennial, US artist will unveil sculpture next to statue of David

Museum dedicated to the art of climbing offers sweeping views