Sculpture
September 3, 2018

Artist Creates Incredible Polar Bear Sculpture Made Entirely From Stone

Self-taught sculptor Martin Davenhall created a spectacular, life-size polar bear sculpture made from thousands of hand-cut shards of stone. The one-of-a-kind piece depicts the animal ferociously bursting through an antique table and mirror, symbolizing the clash between the natural world and man’s need for consumerism. “I wanted to merge sculpture with bespoke furniture to symbolize man’s persistence in destroying the planet out of a need to live in luxury,” Davenhall tells My Modern Met.

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Art History
September 2, 2018

Explore “La Casa Azul”: Frida Kahlo’s Famous Blue House-Turned-Museum

Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is one of modern art‘s most popular figures. Today, the artist's many admirers are able to get a glimpse of her life through her introspective art and revealing artifacts. While these treasured objects can be found in many major museums around the world, they are most at home in La Casa Azul, Frida Kahlo's famous “blue house.

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Creative Products
September 1, 2018

15+ Textile Wall Hangings to Add a Touch of Vintage Style to Your Home

If you’re looking for a way to decorate your bare walls but want an alternative to store-bought framed prints, textile wall hangings are a great way to add a splash of color, pattern, and texture to your space. Synonymous with 1970s bohemian decor, macrame, weaves, and tapestries are currently having a major trend revival. However, contemporary textile artists aren’t just creating throw-back renditions—they’re modernizing the craft by using a variety of techniques and materials.

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My Modern Met

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