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When Columbus Met Climate Activism
Two activists from Futuro Vegetal threw biodegradable red paint at José Garnelo's 1892 'First Tribute to Christopher Columbus' before unfurling banners protesting Spain's National Day.
Pink Paint and a Canadian Masterpiece
A protester from Last Generation Canada threw bright pink paint toward Helen McNicoll's 'Sunny September', declaring the aim was not to destroy art but to protect the future it represents.
Fewer Seasons Left to Paint
An activist adhered a printed image of Monet's 'Poppy Field' transformed by a warmer climate onto its protective glazing, then glued a hand to the gallery wall.
Soup Season
Two activists from Riposte Alimentaire threw soup onto the protective glass of Monet's 'Le Printemps', demanding stronger action on climate and food security.
Climate Activists Meet the Goddess
Activists from Ultima Generazione attached photographs of the 2023 Tuscan floods to the protective glass over Botticelli's 'The Birth of Venus', calling for action on climate disasters.
The Mona Lisa Eats Soup
Two activists from Riposte Alimentaire hurled pumpkin soup at the Mona Lisa's protective glass, demanding a 'healthy and sustainable food system'. The bulletproof glazing shrugged it off.
A Ballerina Meets Climate Protest
A climate activist in a fluorescent vest smeared red and black paint over Degas' 'Little Dancer Aged Fourteen' — but the sculpture sat safely inside a sealed display case.
Glue, Soup, and Vermeer
One activist glued his head to the protective glass of Vermeer's 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' while another poured tomato soup over him.