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Art History
The Art and Spirituality of Pentecost
Mar 27, 2024
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12 minutes read
Pentecost art depicts the descent of the Holy Spirit on the apostles, a key event in Christianity symbolized by tongues of fire, doves and harmonious gatherings, reflecting themes of transformation and unity. These artistic representations span the centuries, enriching Christian culture and spirituality by exploring divine communication and inspiration through a variety of mediums and styles.
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Controversial Depiction of Jesus Causes Uproar in Spain
Feb 2, 2024
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2 minutes read
In Seville, Spain, a poster of Jesus Christ designed by Salustiano Garcia for Easter week sparked outrage among conservative Roman Catholics for its perceived effeminate portrayal. While the artist and some political leaders defended the artwork as a blend of tradition and modernity, critics condemned its alleged sexuality, leading to widespread controversy and a petition for its removal.
Art History
Celebrating Tradition: Exploring the Artistry of Simchat Torah
May 14, 2024
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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.
Art History
All crazy for Christmas: Warhol, Dalì and Picasso
Dec 23, 2022
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9 minutes read
When one thinks of Christmas, especially within the narrative of art history, it is impossible to disassociate oneself from the image of the most classic iconography related to the nativity, which, embodied by the representation of the holy family inside a makeshift shelter, has been skillfully rendered by celebrated masterpieces of Western figurativism, traceable to the example drawn from figurative investigation by masters such as Giotto, Ghirlandaio and Giorgione...
Art History
The Religious Art of Christmas: Between Tradition and Modernity
Feb 23, 2024
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16 minutes read
Christmas, celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, is at the heart of Christianity, symbolizing divine incarnation and carrying a message of hope and redemption. From the earliest centuries, the nativity inspired religious art, evolving through the ages to deeply express the spiritual significance of this event, with artists like Giotto and Caravaggio enriching the scene with their emotional realism.
Art History
All You Need to Know About Georgia O'Keeffe
Dec 17, 2021
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8 minutes read
Fascinating, free and inspiring, she’s the most photographed woman artist in the world: she has turned her lifestyle into a complete work of art, from her behavior to her dress style, including the design of her resorts. With Georgia O'Keeffe, nothing is left to chance: but why is she so important to the history of American art, and more broadly to the world? 
Art History
Gold in artworks
Dec 10, 2021
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7 minutes read
Gold is the protagonist of many masterpieces in the history of art, such as Byzantine mosaics, paintings by Duccio di Buoninsegna, Cimabue, Giotto, Simone Martini, Gentile da Fabriano and Gustave Klimt. The ancient technique of the Gold Background, with which all these works were made, was excellently described in the treatise of about 1440 by Cenninino Cennini, entitled "Libro dell'arte"...

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