The art world reflects on the legacy of painter Janet Fish following her death, previews January art gallery shows, examines artists behind 'Exactitudes' and identity through clothing, and highlights ongoing efforts in Nazi loot restitution.

• Janet Fish, Painter of Luminous Still Lifes, Dies at 87 — New York Times Arts -
• Art Gallery Shows to See in January — New York Times Arts -
• The Artists Behind “Exactitudes" Capture How People Use Clothes to Create Identity — New York Times Arts -

• For Some Nazi Loot, Value Is Measured on a Different Scale — New York Times Arts -
• For Some Nazi Loot, Value Is Measured on a Different Scale — New York Times Arts -

Literary enthusiasts can explore books our editors loved this week and delve into an interview with author Oyinkan Braithwaite about her new novel, 'Cursed Daughters'.

• Books Our Editors Loved This Week — New York Times Books -
• Oyinkan Braithwaite on Her Favorite Books and Her New Novel, ‘Cursed Daughters’ — New York Times Books -

Looking ahead, critics reveal 8 things they're anticipating in 2026, a review covers The Met Opera's 'I Puritani' New Year's Eve unveiling, and 24 fun things to do in NYC this January are listed for local entertainment.

• 8 Things Our Critics Are Looking Forward to in 2026 — New York Times Arts -
• Review: The Met Opera Unveils ‘I Puritani’ on New Year’s Eve — New York Times Arts -
• 24 Fun Things to Do in NYC in January 2026 — New York Times Arts -

A documentary explores the enduring persona of Chevy Chase, while a poignant piece remembers the giants of arts and politics who passed away in 2025.

• He’s Chevy Chase, and He’s Still Like That — New York Times Movies -
• He’s Chevy Chase, and He’s Still Like That — New York Times Arts -
• Gone in 2025: A Yearlong Procession of Giants — New York Times Arts -