Renaissance Art
September 16, 2024

Painting Seemingly by Rembrandt Discovered in Maine Attic Sells for $1.4 Million

Rembrandt van Rijn is the peak of Dutch Golden Age art. From his incredible drawings to his evocative portraits, the Old Master captures light and shadow like no other. His works hang in all the major museums, but they also turn up around the world in private collections and mysterious hidden spots. When these resurrected treasures do reach auction they sell for incredible prices.

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History
September 14, 2024

Postcard Arrives 121 Years Late and Reunites Families in Wales

In August 1903, Ewart on the Eastern Coast of Wales sent a postcard to Lydia on the Southern Coast. While the distance between them would only take about an hour and a half to drive today, Ewart’s message took 121 years to arrive. A manager at the Swansea Building Society, a Welsh financial institution, was surprised to receive the much-overdue postcard in August 2024.

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Installation
September 13, 2024

Massive Flower Carpet Covers Brussels’ Beautiful Grand Place With Colorful Blooms

Few things can rival the beauty of European architecture, but a flowery tradition caught the eye of tourists and locals in Brussels last month. Every two years in August, the city's Grand Place is covered with a stunning flower carpet or Tapis de fleurs. This year, the breathtaking piece was designed by visual artist Océane Cornille. The 2024 Brussels flower carpet is a monumental work of art made up of begonias, dahlias, grass, and bark.

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History
September 13, 2024

For the First Time, Gold Bars Are Worth $1 Million Dollars

In August 2024, a standard gold bar cost $1 million for the first time. Spot gold prices—the current momentary market prices at which gold is available for immediate delivery—have risen more than 21% in 2024. The bull market in gold is generally believed to represent the desire of both individuals and financial institutions to hold a tangible, globally valued asset in times of perceived economic uncertainty.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.