East Meets West Meets Imagination: The Evolution of Chinoiserie
May 12, 2026
Chinoiserie swept across Europe, as European designers channeled their admiration to produce a romanticized interpretation of Asian aesthetics.
Asian Art
Exploring the Color, Culture, and Modernity of Mohamed Hamidi
January 19, 2026
Acknowledged as a founding father of Moroccan Modernism, Mohamed Hamidi died at the age of 84 in October 2025.
How Record Auctions are Fueling India’s Art Boom
December 22, 2025
Indian art reached new market highs in 2025, with record-setting sales of works by V.S. Gaitonde, F.N. Souza, and M.F. Husain.
The Divine Influence of Buddhism on Asian Art
May 19, 2025
From serene Buddhas in India to gold-leafed mandalas in Tibet, the influence of Buddhism has evolved over centuries to shape the art of a continent.
The Influence of Ukiyo-e on Western Art
April 30, 2025
The traditional Japanese woodblock printing of ukiyo-e was one of the first Japanese artforms to find its way across the sea to Europe and America.
Sacred Geometry in Art History: Divine Creativity
March 26, 2025
Sacred geometry has inspired artists for generations, from the precise placement of sanctuaries to the anatomical accuracy of Renaissance revolutionaries.
The Art of War: Japanese Samurai Armor and Weaponry
February 5, 2025
Samurai armor and weaponry transcend their function as tools of war, embodying the samurai's spiritual values, and today reflecting Japanese heritage.
Comparing Dynasties: Tang vs. Song Dynasty Art
January 29, 2025
The artistic creativity of the Tang and Song Dynasties is some of the most dynamic and impressive in Chinese history.
Symbols of Prosperity: The Art of Chinese New Year
January 20, 2025
Bringing prosperity, luck, and happiness for the year ahead, Chinese New Year decorations are believed to bring positive energy and intentions.
The Craftsmanship of Kintsugi: The Golden Veins Running Through Japanese Objets d’Art
January 8, 2025
Translated as ‘golden seams’, the Japanese art of Kintsugi breathes new life into broken ceramics by piecing them back together with gold.
