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November 20, 2021

Luxurious Hotel Built on Top of Boulders Will Transport You Back to the 20th Century

In the heart of the Namibian desert lies the Zannier Sonop Hotel, a place that promises to transport you back to the 20th century while maintaining the luxuries enjoyed today. The accommodation is a high-end 10-tent camp that’s constructed on top of boulders overlooking the desolate landscape below.

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Art

November 19, 2021

Frida Kahlo Painting Sells for $34.9 Million, Breaks Record for Most Expensive Latin American Art

Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is famous for breaking barriers during her lifetime.

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Infographic

November 19, 2021

10 Extraordinary Inventions by Leonardo da Vinci the Ultimate Renaissance Man [Infographic]

Admiring works of Leonardo da Vinci Last Supper to the Mona Lisa, you will quickly find that there’s more to...

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Store

November 19, 2021

These Scratch-Off Posters Have 100 Surprises Hidden in the Design

Searching for posters that will inspire you? Whether you want to beat boredom, go on an adventurous date, or find a new movie to watch, Gift Republic‘s series of scratch-off posters will help you out. The 100 Movies Bucket List Poster, for instance, features 100 scratch-off squares representing 100 must-see films.

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Renaissance Art

November 18, 2021

20 Famous Italian Renaissance Paintings That Left Their Mark on History

As the Middle Ages came to an end in the 1400s, a new era of art and culture was born...

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Art History

November 17, 2021

20 Famous American Artists You Should Know

Compared to countries like Italy and France, American art is still relatively new.

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Photo Contest

November 17, 2021

Hilarious Winners of the 2021 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards

Need a good laugh? You’re in luck because the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards are here to make us smile. Founded in 2015, the annual contest allows photographers to show the joy and humor that's ever-present in the animal kingdom. This year's winners have once again brought a smile to our faces with the amusing moments that they were able to capture on film.

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Installation

November 17, 2021

Artist Installs “Pollution Pods” That Replicate the Effects of Climate Change Around the World

If you were a tourist or a commuter this October near King’s Cross Station in London, you may have seen...

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Art

November 17, 2021

Wildlife Reimagined in Technicolor Dreamscapes Highlight Human’s Disconnection From Nature

Photographic artist Jim Naughten explores the depths of nature and history with his captivating artworks that blur the lines between...

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Art History

November 16, 2021

Caricature Art: The Fascinating History of the Art of Exaggeration

If you’ve ever been on a family vacation, you’ve likely come across caricature artists on beach sidewalks, fairs, or tourist spots. Today’s caricature artists are known for illustrating comical, exaggerated portraits of their subjects. However, you might be surprised to hear that the silly art style was once a highly-regarded art form that originated in the 16th century. Did you know that Leonardo Da Vinci drew caricatures?

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