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BLOSSOMS IN BRUSHSTROKES: FLOWER SYMBOLISM IN ART

Artists have been drawn to flowers for centuries due to their bright colors, natural beauty and ephemeral quality. Join us on this exploration of the symbolism of flowers throughout art history.

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The Hidden Story of Degas's Bronze Ballerinas
The Hidden Story of Degas's Bronze Ballerinas

You’re probably familiar with Edgar Degas’ vibrant oils and pastels that...

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A Luncheon to Remember: Uncovering Renoir's Masterpiece
A Luncheon to Remember: Uncovering Renoir's M...

Renoir's Societal Portrait: A Glimpse into the Artist's World   ...

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Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Fairies
Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Fairies

The belief in fairies and their existence has been a fascinating topic t...

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Seaside Tradition: Schlobach’s Tribute to the Masters Monet and Seurat
Seaside Tradition: Schlobach’s Tribute to the...

“If I see further than others, it is because I stand on the shoulders o...

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Four Things You Didn’t Know About Art and World War II
Four Things You Didn’t Know About Art and Wor...

Art and war, two seemingly different realms, intertwine with profound co...

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Egyptomania Explained: The Influence of Ancient Egypt on Western Art
Egyptomania Explained: The Influence of Ancie...

The allure of ancient Egyptian art, with its intricate hieroglyphs, symb...

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The Perfect Gift for the Antiques and Book Lover in Your Life
The Perfect Gift for the Antiques and Book Lo...

Literature and art have had an interconnected and reciprocal relationshi...

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The Artistry of Storytelling: Set Design, Costuming and Hollywood
The Artistry of Storytelling: Set Design, Cos...

In the realm of visual storytelling and cinema, costume and set design a...

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The Allure of Antique Clocks: A Guide to History’s Finest Timekeepers
The Allure of Antique Clocks: A Guide to Hist...

The allure of antique clocks transcends mere timekeeping. These objects ...

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Ahoy! The Golden Age of Pirates and Maritime Art
Ahoy! The Golden Age of Pirates and Maritime Art

Introduction The golden age of pirates—a period most commonly identifie...

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