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How to Estimate the Value of an Artwork You Own: A Collector’s Guide

art estimation • May 17, 2024 • 3 minutes read

Estimating the value of an artwork can be a complex but rewarding process. It involves a deep understanding of various factors that contribute to an artwork’s market value. Drawing from insights provided by experts and established methods, this guide will help collectors navigate the valuation of their artworks.

Dragon Boat Festival: A Canvas of Tradition and Artistry

Dragon Boat Festival • May 17, 2024 • 7 minutes read

The Dragon Boat Festival, or Duanwu Jie (端午節), is a traditional holiday observed on the fifth day of the fifth month of the Chinese lunar calendar, blending ancient customs and communal festivities. Rooted in the tale of Qu Yuan, a poet and minister from the Chu state during the Warring States Period, it symbolizes resilience and unity.

Embracing Tradition and Artistry: The Taoist Celebration of Chinese New Year

Art History • May 16, 2024 • 5 minutes read

Chinese New Year, or the Spring Festival, celebrates the dawn of a new year in the traditional Chinese calendar, bridging cultures and continents with its vibrant festivities. Rooted in ancient rituals and beliefs, from the cleansing of homes to the sharing of symbolic foods, it honours celestial deities and cherished ancestors. Embraced by diverse communities worldwide, its enduring traditions evoke prosperity, happiness, and longevity.

Celebrating Spring: Exploring the Artistry of Vasant Panchami

Art History • May 15, 2024 • 6 minutes read

Vasant Panchami, celebrated on the fifth day of the Magha month in the Hindu calendar, marks the transition from winter to spring. Central to the festival is the worship of Saraswati, the goddess of learning, with devotees adorning yellow attire symbolizing knowledge and auspiciousness. Rituals include ceremonial baths of Saraswati's idol and elaborate pujas seeking blessings for academic success and artistic endeavors.

The Sacred and the Beautiful: Artworks Inspired by Rama Navami

art history • May 14, 2024 • 10 minutes read

Rama Navami is a major Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, a central figure in the ancient Indian epic, the Ramayana. Visual arts such as painting and sculpture play a pivotal role in setting the thematic tone of a festival...

Celebrating Tradition: Exploring the Artistry of Simchat Torah

Art History • May 14, 2024 • 5 minutes read

Simchat Torah, a Jewish celebration, marks the culmination of the annual Torah-reading cycle and the beginning of a new one. Rich in tradition and symbolism, it is celebrated with exuberant dancing, singing, and the joyful procession of Torah scrolls. Artists have long been inspired by the themes of renewal and continuity inherent in Simchat Torah, creating diverse works that reflect the essence of this festive holiday.

Boost your art online

SEO • May 14, 2024 • 2 minutes read

SEO, or search engine optimization, is a key method for improving the online visibility of any content. Artists can use SEO to optimize their profile and portfolio on Artmajeur, thus making their artistic profile more visible and more attractive on search engines...

Sacred Scenes: Visualizing Maha Shivaratri Through Art

art history • May 10, 2024 • 10 minutes read

Art plays a crucial role in the celebration of Maha Shivaratri, serving both as a mode of worship and a medium for storytelling. Temples and homes are decorated with vibrant motifs and scenes from Lord Shiva's life...

Two Protestors Detained for Placing Posters Near "Liberty Leading the People" Artwork in the Louvre

Art news • May 10, 2024 • 2 minutes read

Two members of Riposte Alimentaire were arrested after protesting at the Louvre by placing stickers around the recently restored "Liberty Leading the People" by Eugène Delacroix...

This Month, the Prado in Madrid Will Unveil a Recently Discovered Caravaggio

Art news • May 7, 2024 • 2 minutes read

A painting nearly sold at auction for $1,600 three years ago has been identified as a lost masterpiece by Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio. The Prado in Spain has announced that this painting, titled Ecce Homo, will be publicly displayed for the first time on May 27...

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