Sculpture
August 14, 2017

20 of the Most Famous Sculptures You Need To Know

Working in three dimensions, sculptors throughout history have shaped marble, bronze, wood, and other materials into incredible forms. From our earliest times, sculpture has been an important way to understand culture and society, whether from portrait busts of great leaders or symbolic renderings of ethical principles. When you stop to consider famous sculptures throughout history, the list is endless.

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Design
August 14, 2017

Every Iconic Outfit From Beloved Films Are Arranged as Fashion Shop Windows

A master of movie posters, artist Jordan Bolton is known for identifying, arranging, and photographing objects from favorite films. From Hayao Miyazaki's animated movies to quirky cult classics, Bolton dissects cinematic masterpieces into neatly organized collections of props. For his most recent series, the artist has opted to narrow this object-based focus, concentrating specifically on well-known movie fashion.

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Design
August 12, 2017

Empowering Nature Tattoos Designed with Uplifting Concentration of Colored Energy

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please read our disclosure for more info. With a lifelong interest in flora and fauna, Portland-based artist Emily Kaul specializes in “watercolor art inspired by our wonderful natural world.” Originally, this interest culminated in a collection of works on paper. Eventually, however, Kaul turned her attention to body art, transforming her own nature-inspired designs into expressive and empowering tattoos.

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Art History
August 10, 2017

The Story Behind Gustav Klimt’s Shimmering Symbolist Painting ‘The Kiss’

Austrian artist Gustav Klimt is known for his ethereal, pattern-rich portraits. Today, several of these canvases are considered masterpieces, though The Kiss, a particularly exquisite piece, seems to float above the rest. It's likely the most famous Klimt painting. Featuring shimmering gold tones, stylized forms, and sentimental iconography, The Kiss has enchanted audiences since its completion in 1908. Today, the awe-inspiring piece is housed in Vienna's esteemed Österreichische Galerie Belvedere, though its illustrious legacy transcends Klimt's Austrian roots.

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