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BLOSSOMS IN BRUSHSTROKES: FLOWER SYMBOLISM IN ART

Artists have been drawn to flowers for centuries due to their bright colors, natural beauty and ephemeral quality. Join us on this exploration of the symbolism of flowers throughout art history.

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How to Identify Wood in Antique Furniture
How to Identify Wood in Antique Furniture

Antique Furniture & Wood Antique wooden furniture, especially in pr...

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A-List Art: Celebrity Art Collectors and Their Influence
A-List Art: Celebrity Art Collectors and Thei...

Did you know that Sir Elton John has one of the largest private collecti...

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Picture Perfect Pawns: The Aesthetic History of Chess
Picture Perfect Pawns: The Aesthetic History ...

For centuries, chess has tested the skills and puzzled the minds of stra...

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Artist Friendships
6 Famous Friendships That Shaped Art History

No matter the era or movement, friendships between artists have played a...

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Yellow Diamonds: The Radiant World of Canary Gems
Yellow Diamonds: The Radiant World of Canary ...

Yellow diamonds, with their vibrant hues, have captivated hearts for cen...

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Art on Screen: Art History in the Movies
Art on Screen: Art History in the Movies

In the mesmerizing world of major motion pictures, nestled within the fr...

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8 Vacation Spots That Shaped Art History
8 Vacation Spots That Shaped Art History

Whether you are eagerly anticipating an upcoming trip, have recently ret...

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5 Things You May Not Know About the Female Form in Art
5 Things You May Not Know About the Female Fo...

From prehistoric to modern art and beyond, the female figure has been a ...

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Provenance and the Art Market
Provenance and the Art Market

Controversies of the Art World Elgin Marbles. c. 447-438 B.C.E.. The B...

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Blossoms in Brushstrokes: Flower Symbolism in Art
Blossoms in Brushstrokes: Flower Symbolism in...

Have you ever wondered if there’s more behind those roses your beau brou...

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Luxurious Aesthetics: Minimalism vs. Maximalism
Luxurious Aesthetics: Minimalism vs. Maximalism

Both bold aesthetic trends and "philosophies," minimalism and maximalism...

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M.S. Rau's TEFAF Debut
M.S. Rau's TEFAF Debut

  "TEFAF transcends mere commercial transactions, distinguishing ...

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