Ancient Art
February 10, 2019

How the Natural Beauty of Hellenistic Sculpture Has Captivated the World for Centuries

Hellenistic sculpture is one of art history's most prized practices. Celebrated for its unprecedented naturalism, this movement introduced a skillful sculptural approach that artists would emulate for years to come. Today, Hellenistic antiquities can be found in top collections across the globe, with world-famous works like the Winged Victory of Samothrace leading the way. While you may be familiar with these awe-inspiring marble sculptures, you may not know much about the very movement that they shaped.

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Sculpture
February 8, 2019

Interview: Evocative Bronze Sculptures of Books with Serene Faces Emerging from the Pages

Italian sculptor Paola Grizi has spent her entire life immersed in the art world. As the granddaughter of a well known Italian painter and sculptor and the niece of a ceramicist, her creativity was fostered from a young age. This has translated into a successful career as an artist, where she is particularly known for her unique terracotta and bronze sculptures.

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Sculpture
February 7, 2019

Spectacular Sculptures Formed from Thousands of Seashells

British multi-media artist Rowan Mersh is attracted to the beauty of the natural world, using thousands of seashells to create mesmerizing contemporary sculptures. His experimental approach has him transforming ordinary objects into high art, with the results revealing close attention to shape, color, and geometry. Whether it's a wall hanging or a freestanding sculpture, each piece can take between two to six months to complete.

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Art
February 5, 2019

The Top 10 Most Visited Art Museums in the World

The museum plays a major role in the preservation of art and artifacts. In addition to serving as conservation centers, these indispensable institutions also exist as cultural hubs, attracting, educating, and entertaining people from all walks of life. While all museums should be treasured, some are more popular than others.

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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.