Art History

September 17, 2024

Hokusai’s ‘The Great Wave’ Is Now on View at the Art Institute of Chicago Galleries

Few works of art are recognizable to almost everyone around the world, but one such work is Katsushika Hokusai's The Great Wave off Kanagawa, also called Under the Wave off Kanagawa. The Japanese woodblock print, created by the artist in 1831, has touched every corner of the world. From 100-year-old diamond tiaras to modern-day Japanese currency and even LEGO sets. There are few realms of art and culture immune to the wave.

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September 14, 2024

Ancient Roman Mosaic of Marine Life Discovered in England

Roman Britain has left behind many relics which are still turning up in the soil of the island. From statue heads to Roman roads, archeologists are still making discoveries about the once-thriving outposts of the Empire. One important remnant of Roman Britain is the city of Wroxeter, known at the time as Viriconium.

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August 13, 2024

Why Michelangelo’s ‘David’ Is an Icon of the Italian Renaissance

Michelangelo's defiant David statue has captivated the world for centuries. Considered one of art history's major masterpieces, the marble sculpture showcases both the artist's skill and the fine art focus that defines the Renaissance. Since its debut in the early 16th century, artists and art connoisseurs alike have admired the piece. Esteemed artist, writer, and historian Giorgio Vasari noted that “no other artwork is equal to it in any respect, with such just proportion, beauty and excellence did Michelangelo finish it.

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