The Flora of Folklore: Hidden Flower Symbolism in Art’s Greatest Paintings
Every Old Master canvas speaks in two registers at once: one for the eye, one for those who know how to read the flowers. Artists used flower...
Errika Gerakiti 18 May 2026
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Masterpiece Story: Gemma Augustea by Dioskourides
The Gemma Augustea is the second largest cameo surviving from antiquity, and one of the most artistically valuable pieces of ancient Roman art. It is...
James W Singer 17 May 2026
Masterpiece Story: Mithras Slaying the Bull
Mithras Slaying the Bull is a compilation of the entire religious and symbolic images of Mithraism. It reflects promised immortality and personal...
James W Singer 17 May 2026
10 Powerful Mother Goddess Sculptures
The fearsome Great Mother is an archetype appearing in all cultures and all times. Here are our top 10 powerful mother goddess sculptures!
Candy Bedworth 11 May 2026
Symbolism Special: Jacek Malczewski’s Dates with Death
Jacek Malczewski is one of the most important Polish symbolist painters. Malczewski is associated with the Young Poland movement (Młoda Polska), a...
Magda Michalska 8 May 2026
Gian Lorenzo Bernini in 5 Facts and 5 Artworks
Gian Lorenzo Bernini was a multifaceted artist. He is mostly known as a sculptor and architect, but he was also a painter and a city planner. He...
Vithória Konzen Dill 7 May 2026
May the 4th Be with You—Archetypes in Star Wars and Art
Today is Star Wars Day. The first documented use of the phrase “May the 4th be with you” came from Margaret Thatcher’s political party, to...
Ledys Chemin 29 April 2026
Guardians of the Night Sky: Owls in Art
Owls have captured the attention of artists since art began. Their knowing eyes, nocturnal wonderings, and global ubiquity have made them symbols of...
Theodore Carter 23 April 2026
Masterpiece Story: Bacchus and Ariadne by Titian
Titian’s Bacchus and Ariadne captures the vibrancy of a Greco-Roman myth through the lens of an Italian Renaissance painter. Learn about the...
James W Singer 13 April 2026
Rainbows in Art History: A Symbol of Hope for a Better Future
Let us look at the significance of rainbows in art history across different cultures. Even though we now know the scientific reason behind rainbows,...
Anuradha Sroha 3 April 2026
Badass Queens from Classical History
A rollicking adventure through the lives of great leaders and queens from ancient times. Famous female leaders are a fascinating bunch. Here at...
Candy Bedworth, Guest Author 26 March 2026
Proserpina and the Myth of Spring Explained in 3 Masterpieces
Because we like myths, tales, and legends, with the arrival of spring we take the opportunity to tell you a tale related to this magical season. We...
Andra Patricia Ritisan 20 March 2026
