Teen World of Arts

For London’s art world, October is a peculiar exercise in endurance. Between Frieze, gallery openings, auction previews and an endless procession of champagne flutes, even the most devoted art lovers risk growing tired of masterpieces. Our latest dispatch from Mayfair takes us through Gagosian and Opera Gallery, offering a glimpse into what it’s really like to live, work and survive London’s frenetic autumn art season.

As pumpkins light up our doorsteps, skeletons return to shop windows, and the nights grow longer, Halloween is creeping up on us once again. But where does our fascination with the frightening come from? From ancient Celtic traditions to a century of Nosferatu, we explore the history of Halloween and how our fears have changed over time. So, dim the lights, and join us for a journey through the darker corners of history and cinema. Who knows what might be lurking in the shadows?

Basquiat’s paintings have commanded extraordinary prices at auction, despite a seemingly sloppy visual language that continues to divide opinion. What makes his work so valuable, and what does his market reveal about the uneasy relationship between artistic merit, cultural significance and commercial value? Read on to find out.