Renaissance Art
June 28, 2024

The History and Legacy of Leonardo da Vinci’s Mysterious ‘Mona Lisa’

For centuries, audiences have been captivated by the mysterious Mona Lisa. A key piece of Italian master Leonardo da Vinci‘s oeuvre and a prime example of High Renaissance painting, the piece has become known as one of the most recognizable and skillfully rendered works of art. Since 1804 the iconic oil painting has been housed at the Louvre in Paris.

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Store
June 28, 2024

15 Rainbow Gifts That Will Fill Your Life With Color

Shopping for the person that fills your life with color? If so, there's no better way to capture a one-of-a-kind spirit than with a rainbow gift. For this reason, My Modern Met Store has put together a special collection of multicolored products that will embellish moments, both small and large. From fashionable accessories to creative arts and crafts—peruse our guide and you're sure to complete your shopping with flying colors.

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Archeology
June 27, 2024

29 Bottles of Preserved Fruit From the 18th Century Discovered at George Washington’s Estate

In May 2024, the archeological community recieved exciting news. Buried in an old cellar beneath George Washington's home of Mount Vernon lay two bottles crafted in the 18th century. Within the sealed bottles, archeologists discovered the remains of cherries picked before the founding of the United States. While this discovery was thrilling, the ongoing work to preserve the historic home has turned up another, even more incredible find.

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