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November 8, 2017

Over 2,000 Paintings by Impressionist and Post-Impressionist Masters Now Free Online

The Barnes Foundation is a gem of a collection in Philadelphia put together by Dr. Albert C. Barnes in the early 20th century as a space to stimulate art appreciation. Using his personal collection amassed between 1912 and 1951, Barnes believed in teaching people about art through their visual relationships and has a forerunner in public arts education, it's only fitting that the Foundation joins the myriad of institutions placing their collections online.

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Painting
November 8, 2017

Watch as 200 Years of Varnish Is Wiped Away From a 17th Century Oil Painting

Art dealer, author, and BBC presenter Philip Mould makes the painstaking process of art restoration look easy with his hypnotic set of Twitter videos documenting the restoration of a 17th-century painting. Working with quick precision, it's magical to watch as he wipes away centuries of dirt and grime, revealing the gleaming oil paint beneath the yellowed surface.

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History
November 7, 2017

What Mozart’s Music Actually Sounds Like When Played on His Original Pianoforte

The premier composer of the classical era, Mozart has inspired artists for centuries. From inspiring films to literature, the public has always been fascinated by the composer's life and times. So, there's nothing more appealing than the thought of hearing Mozart's music played on the original instrument where they were composed. And that's where Robert Levin comes in. The acclaimed classical performer and composer is an expert in Mozart.

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Sculpture
November 7, 2017

Floating Staircase Sculptures Made with Wire Look Like 3D Architecture Sketches

Last year we introduced you to the surreal architectural wire sculptures of Barcelona-based David Moreno. Describing his process as “drawing with sculpture,” his 3D works made from wire mimic scribbly line drawings. Continuing this technique, Moreno’s latest pieces are inspired by grand cathedral doorways and staircases. Starting out as frantic cross-hatched sketches, Moreno uses hundreds of steel rods and piano wire in varying lengths to create his surreal architectural scenes.

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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.