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Venus Callipyge
Venus Callipyge
The example of the importance of restorations and the danger of modern interpretations.
Alejandro Orradre
May 28
Mona Lisa — The Greatest Psychological Portrait?
Mona Lisa — The Greatest Psychological Portrait?
A fascinating dive into this artistic marvel
Kamna Kirti
May 21
4 Paintings That Reflect Sadness, Despair and Suffering
4 Paintings That Reflect Sadness, Despair and Suffering
The beauty of sorrow
Kamna Kirti
May 4
Uncovering the Hidden History of Ancient Greece at Night
Uncovering the Hidden History of Ancient Greece at Night
And what that has to do with drunk cows
Molly Willett
Apr 21
Can Art Make People Environmentally Conscious?
Can Art Make People Environmentally Conscious?
Will art save the planet?
Jess the Avocado
Apr 17
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How Women Shaped the New Deal
How Women Shaped the New Deal
FDR often gets the credit, but women made the “3 Rs” work
Barry Silverstein
May 29
5 Disturbing Delicacies To Revolt Your Stomach
5 Disturbing Delicacies To Revolt Your Stomach
Diving into the Deep Sea of Disgusting Food Delights
The Mars Girl
May 28
Punishment of the Rebels — Botticelli
Punishment of the Rebels — Botticelli
A fresco that is a narrative, a reminder and a warning.
Alejandro Orradre
May 27
Eurydice And Orpheus
Eurydice And Orpheus
The Male Gaze, Female Agency, and a Mystery
Marc Barham
May 23
How William the Conqueror Turned Into History’s Nastiest Piñata
How William the Conqueror Turned Into History’s Nastiest Piñata
Is this explosive story fact or fiction?
Steve Hagelman
May 23
Madonna Enthroned — Giotto
Madonna Enthroned — Giotto
A revolutionary work in detail.
Alejandro Orradre
May 22
What is Life Like In The Court Of Ancient King?
What is Life Like In The Court Of Ancient King?
Serving a king was a great honor and responsibility in historical times.
Mind Marvel
May 19
What’s Life Like On The Most Dangerous Island Prison Colony In History
What’s Life Like On The Most Dangerous Island Prison Colony In History
Being held on the most dangerous island prison colony in history is unimaginable.
Paradoxon
May 19
Madonna with the Long Neck — Parmigianino
Madonna with the Long Neck — Parmigianino
One of the great representatives of the mannerist style and is unique in its styling.
Alejandro Orradre
May 19
Why Do We Shake Hands?
Why Do We Shake Hands?
From a symbol of peace to a modern-day tradition
Chelsea Rose
May 16
Unveiling the History of the Crusades: Holy Wars for Control of the Holy Land
Unveiling the History of the Crusades: Holy Wars for Control of the Holy Land
A Deep Dive into the Conflict That Shaped the World for Centuries to Come
Amelia Anderson
May 8
Eben Byers — The Man Who Drank Radioactive Water Until His Jaw Fell Off
Eben Byers — The Man Who Drank Radioactive Water Until His Jaw Fell Off
The jaw-dropping story of Eben Byers and his fatal obsession with radioactive water (Pun intended)!
Chronicler
May 5
The Weirdest Things Discovered From The Griffin Warrior’s 3,500-Year-Old Tomb
The Weirdest Things Discovered From The Griffin Warrior’s 3,500-Year-Old Tomb
Unveil the valuables discovered from the tomb of the famous Griffin Warrior of Greece!
Mind Marvel
May 4
The Fascinating History of People with Blue Skin
The Fascinating History of People with Blue Skin
Feeling blue? It could be because of a rare genetic trait.
Chronicler
May 4
The 92-Year-Old Queen Who Shaped the History and Future of Drag
The 92-Year-Old Queen Who Shaped the History and Future of Drag
A True Inspiration and Trailblazer in the World of Drag.
Rameen Zeeshan
May 4
Celebrating Easter: The Significance and Traditions of the Holiday
Celebrating Easter: The Significance and Traditions of the Holiday
The History of Easter: From Pagan Roots to Christian Celebration
Amelia Anderson
May 4
Tristan and Isolde Sharing the Potion — John William Waterhouse
Tristan and Isolde Sharing the Potion — John William Waterhouse
Pre-Raphaelite paints the key moment in which one of the great tragedies of our literature begins.
Alejandro Orradre
May 2
3 Books of Art
3 Books of Art
Editorial gems where you can discover artistic wonders and learn about art history or the philosophy that makes it possible.
Alejandro Orradre
Apr 28
The Dangerous Policies of the Minister of the Interior: Matteo Salvini’s Rise to Power
The Dangerous Policies of the Minister of the Interior: Matteo Salvini’s Rise to Power
Meet The Most Dangerous Man In Europe: The Rise of Matteo Salvini
Amelia Anderson
Apr 27
Chopin: A Hero and an Overrated Genius
Chopin: A Hero and an Overrated Genius
Who abused Chopin’s masterpieces?
Daijiro Ueno
Apr 27
Sensitivity As An Evolutionary Adaptation To Existential Crisis
Sensitivity As An Evolutionary Adaptation To Existential Crisis
The redundancy of power
Marc Barham
Apr 26
‘He is Saved’— A Heartwarming Story
‘He is Saved’— A Heartwarming Story
Art that inspires hope
Kamna Kirti
Apr 26
A New Capitalism for the Robot Age
A New Capitalism for the Robot Age
The economics of a post labor economy
Scott Trotter
Apr 24
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