Painting with mysterious origins is likely a Raphael, according to AI study
The technology found the de Brécy Tondo, which features a woman and baby, closely matched Raphael's Sistine Madonna.
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U.S. returns trafficked ancient art worth $20 million to Italy
The 60 pieces of art and artifacts include a fresco of Hercules and a drinking chalice some 2,600 years old.
Nephew's special surprise for aunt brings her to tears
This 8-year-old took his aunt to an art exhibit – and he showed her a piece that brought her to tears.
Art created by artificial Intelligence
DALL-E is one of several artificial intelligence software programs that can turn anything you type, no matter how absurd, into art, in any style you like, drawing from hundreds of millions of images in its database. And with this technological advance come some serious downsides. Correspondent David Pogue looks at how AI is changing the game in graphics, interior design, architecture, fashion and moviemaking, while causing artists to worry about protecting their creative livelihood.
Exploring the art of Japanese swordsmanship
They say it's never too late to try something new, so CBS News correspondent Vlad Duthiers kicked off 2023 by learning the art of Japanese swordsmanship, a passion he's always wanted to explore. Duthiers learns the history of the samurai sword and what it takes truly master the katana.
Robots take on marble sculptures
For centuries, the town of Carrara's prosperity has depended on artists. Its famed Tuscan marble quarries supplied artists like Michelangelo, Canova and Bernini with the finest material for their sculptures. Today, robots are being used to create modern-day works. Chris Livesay has more.
Could robots do the work of master marble sculptors?
Contemporary artists disagree over the use of robots as creators, and even the human behind "1L" admits the human touch "makes the difference."
The Cubist: Turning Rubik's Cubes into art
Solving a Rubik's Cube takes a certain talent; an entirely different talent is employed by 16-year-old Daniella Chaim, who uses Rubik's Cubes as her artistic medium. Correspondent Luke Burbank reports.
Germany begins returning looted bronze artifacts to Nigeria
Their repatriation is part of a larger effort by Western nations to return looted artifacts to Africa.
In a city plagued by gun violence, this man turns ammunition into art
Each year since he was 17, Mykael Ash has lost at least one friend or relative to gun violence. "My art saved my life," he says.
Man transforms mansion into doodle sketchpad
Like many children, Sam Cox of Kent, England, spent his childhood scribbling doodles on the walls of his house. But even as an adult, he kept his passion alive, transforming each corner of his 12-room mansion into one large doodle pad. Ian Lee has the story.
"The 23 Best Places to Go in 2023" list
Deputy global editorial director at Condé Nast Traveler, Jesse Ashlock, joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss their new "The 23 Best Places to Go in 2023" list. He shares their top travel destinations that offer something for every kind of traveler, from extraordinary excursions to music, rare art exhibits and food.
The Uplift: Grandpa grad and a date for the dance
A grandfather in his 80s receives his college diploma – alongside his granddaughter. An engagement ring lost in the snow, but miraculously returned. An 11-year-old finds a special stand-in date for the father-daughter dance. This is the Uplift.
The Uplift: A sanctuary and a serendipitous connection
A former executive finds peace – with donkeys. A mom helps thousands of strangers find joy through art. Two boys reconnect with their parents after leaving Ukraine, thanks to a kind stranger. Plus, our most heartwarming videos of the week.
Banksy artwork appears in Ukraine
Several works by graffiti artist Banksy have turned up on damaged buildings in one town. One mural depicts a defiant young gymnast performing a handstand on top of the rubble.
Banksy unveils Ukraine mural in town bombed by Russia
The artwork depicts a gymnast performing a handstand amid the ruins of a demolished building in the town of Borodyanka.
How art amplifies Iran protesters' demands for "woman, life, freedom!"
From paintings in Chicago to graffiti in Tehran and viral songs echoing around the world, Iranian artists are helping a long-silenced nation "to speak up."
Famed 'The Scream' painting targeted by climate activists
The museum said that the room where the glass-protected painting is exhibited "was emptied of the public and closed," and will reopen as soon as possible.
Piet Mondrian painting was hanging upside down for 77 years, curator says
The error could have been made because "the painting doesn't have a signature," according to the curator.
Activists throw mashed potatoes on Monet painting to protest fossil fuels
The painting was not damaged, according to the German museum where the work was on display.
Cardi B wins California jury trial in art copyright infringement case
A man claimed the Grammy-winning rapper had misused his back tattoos for her sexually suggestive 2016 mixtape cover art.
Eco-activists throw soup on van Gogh's "Sunflowers" in London
The group "Just Stop Oil" said the act was to demand that Britain halt all new oil and gas projects.
Painting or NFT, "which is better?"
British artist Damien Hirst has conducted a fiery experiment aimed at measuring the value of digital art versus physical art. As CBS News' Ian Lee found out, no easy answers emerged from the smoke and ashes.
Artist Damien Hirst burns 1,000 of his paintings on Instagram Live
Hirst gave buyers the option of keeping a physical painting after purchase, or opting for an NFT of the work instead.
"For the Birds": Art, music and birdsong
More than 200 artists, musicians, actors and writers have collaborated on a multidisciplinary exhibition called "For the Birds," at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden in New York City, and for a collection of recordings, "The Birdsong Project," to benefit the National Audubon Society. Correspondent Martha Teichner explores what happens when artists take wing.
Australian leader says terror attack motivated by ISIS as new info emerges
The men suspected of attacking a Jewish gathering on Bondi Beach were inspired by the ISIS terror group and spent weeks last month in the Philippines, officials say.
Brown shooting investigators seek more video amid questions over security
Questions swirl about campus security, the apparent lack of video evidence and whether the focus on the person of interest gave the attacker more time to escape.
Nick Reiner, son of Rob Reiner and wife Michele, arrested for their murders
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
Video shows couple trying to stop Bondi attackers: "Bravery and selflessness"
Newly revealed video footage shows a couple in their 60s trying to stop the gunmen right before the attack on a Hanukkah celebration at Australia's Bondi Beach.
BBC vows to defend itself from Trump's $10 billion lawsuit
As Trump seeks a vast sum in damages from the U.K. public broadcaster for alleged defamation and unfair trade practice, BBC indicates it won't settle without a fight.
U.S. adds 64,000 jobs in November as unemployment hits four-year high
The unemployment rate in November rose to 4.6%, its highest level since September 2021.
How the Coast Guard uses "disabling fire" to stop alleged drug boats
A Coast Guard crew offloaded over 27,000 pounds of drugs in California on Monday.
White House ballroom to be completed in Summer 2028, Park Service says
President Trump's White House ballroom addition is expected to be finished a few months before the 2028 elections.
7 highlights from Erika Kirk's CBS News town hall
Erika Kirk recalls the emotional fog of Charlie Kirk's assassination, addresses conspiracy theories and takes questions during a CBS News town hall hosted by Bari Weiss.