What is Modernism? A Guide to Art, Literature, and Design
October 14, 2024
What is Modernism? For artists, writers and designers, this period of rapid growth marked a break with tradition and a move toward new ideas and techniques.
Fine Art
12 Symbols of Love: Unveiling Their Deep Meaning and Historical Significance
September 30, 2024
Explore some of the most decorated love symbols in art history, and what each represents from culture to culture.
Famous Artwork: How 6 Iconic Paintings Became Famous
May 8, 2024
Explore the enigmatic stories behind six of the world’s most well-known works of art, including works by Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, and Vermeer.
The Art of Miniaturist Painting: A Journey into Tiny Masterpieces
October 9, 2023
There’s more to a miniature painting than meets the eye. Popularized in the 18th century, there’s a rich history behind miniaturist paintings.
Breaking Boundaries: Women Artists and the Power of Disguise
August 30, 2023
Hidden in history are a handful of pioneering women artists who smashed boundaries of gender identity and expectation to achieve success on their own terms.
Defining Decorative Versus Fine Art
August 14, 2023
Decorative art. Fine art. What, exactly, is the difference? Both of these terms are liberally applied to work from the auction block to the gallery space.
How The Harlem Renaissance Transformed Art and Society
June 28, 2023
Between World Wars, the African American community in Harlem, NYC, brought about a transformative artistic and cultural change through a wide range of art.
A Brief Overview of Pre-Raphaelite Art
June 5, 2023
The Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood exploded like a firework in 19th century England. Extinguished almost as quickly, the group survived only a few years.
Seventeenth-Century Selfies: Rembrandt’s Self-Portraits
October 31, 2022
The saying goes, “every painter paints himself,” and Rembrandt's self-portraits made him one of the most prolific self-portraitists of the Dutch Golden Age.
Eyes are the window: A quick intro to Margaret Keane
January 10, 2022
Margaret Keane remained unknown while her art soared in popularity. Today, Margaret Keane prints and paintings command competitive bidding at auction.
