If to compare Western and Eastern art, one would surprisingly find out that there is a yawning chasm between these two worlds. Throughout centuries, Asian art has been living its own life, barely noticing what is happening there, over the ...
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Vivific Indian Art and Its Healing Power
How grand and resplendent India is, and yet how much remains concealed about one of the most magnificent cultures in the world. The second-most populous country on the planet is known for its vibrant history, spiritual heritage, delicious food, and ...
Read More »The Diversity of Christian Art
Christianity has deep roots in the history of humanity. Originated in the 1st century, religion has survived through the decades of struggle and years of patient work. Today, it is the world’s largest religion, with almost 2.5 billion followers. Like ...
Read More »The Metropolitan Museum of Art: Exhibitions Worth Visiting
The Metropolitan Museum of Art belongs to the best art museums in the world – it is a proven fact. At least, among the museums of New York, it holds the top spot. It is also the oldest museum of ...
Read More »The Exhibition Dedicated to the Medieval Sahara
Long before Nelson Mandela, Africa’s political enhancement, and the fight for the black culture development, one of the continent’s hallmarks was the Sahara desert – once a busy marketplace. The Block Museum of Art at Northwestern University holds a unique ...
Read More »Herculaneum’s Archaeological Museum Is Finally Open
Although Herculaneum is not as popular among tourists as neighboring Pompeii, the archaeological value of the local excavations is equally high. The building for the Herculaneum’s Archaeological Museum was ready more than 40 years ago, but only recently the Antiquarium has opened ...
Read More »TEFAF’s New Vetting Policy
TEFAF’s new vetting policy has brought the first fruits: the most prestigious fair of classical art, which is held in Maastricht from 16 to 24 March, will open its doors for 38 new participants. TEFAF (The European Fine Art Fair) ...
Read More »Gorgeous Collection of Antique Art Works Exhibited at The Louvre
The collection of antique art works previously owned by Giovanni Pietro Campana was put together at the one of the world’s famous art galleries – The Louvre. One hundred sixty years ago, it was divided between Russia, France, and Great ...
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