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The Unlikely Pharaoh In the grand tapestry of ancient Egypt’s dynastic saga, few figures are as enigmatic and polarizing as Akhenaten. Born as Amenhotep IV, the second son of Pharaoh Amenhotep III and Queen Tiye, his ascension to the throne…
The art market in 2025 is undergoing significant transformations, influenced by technological advancements, shifting collector preferences, and evolving global dynamics. As an art connoisseur and dealer, I’ve observed several key trends shaping the industry this year. 1. Digitalization: The Driving…
In the heart of Pompeii, the ancient city frozen in time by Mount Vesuvius’s catastrophic eruption in 79 AD, a remarkable discovery has come to light. Archaeologists have unearthed a series of nearly life-sized frescoes that shed new light on…
In the middle of Lima’s modern skyline, where high-rise buildings and bustling streets dominate the landscape, stands an unexpected archaeological treasure: Huaca Pucllana. This adobe pyramid, built over 1,500 years ago, serves as a fascinating testament to the pre-Columbian civilizations…
What is Good Taste in Art? The question of what constitutes “good taste” in art is as slippery as it is enduring. It lurks in every gallery, every dinner party conversation about an exhibition, every auction where a canvas is…
Villa Arianna at Stabiae: An Archaeological and Artistic Treasure Villa Arianna, an ancient Roman villa located in Stabiae (modern-day Castellammare di Stabia, Italy), stands as a testament to the opulence and artistic sophistication of the Roman elite. Overlooking the Bay…
The mosaic of “Mother Earth” starting from the Gates of Paradise, led the faithful on a spiritual journey through the Zodiac, up to the baptismal font, the point of arrival of grace and salvation. detail of mosaic Mother Earth “Mother…
An Inner Sanctum & Intersection for Art, Spirituality and Social Justice, Rothko Chapel Aspires to the Highest Levels of Humanity And though Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was slain a few years prior to Rothko Chapel’s opening in 1971,…
Imagine stepping into a gallery where two artists, separated by time and geography, engage in a silent yet profound conversation through their canvases. Richard Diebenkorn and Paul Klee, though hailing from different eras and continents, share a unique artistic dialogue…
In the Chateau d’Angers in Angers, France, hangs one of the world’s oldest vestiges of medieval woven art: the Apocalypse Tapestry. Commissioned in 1373 CE, by Louis I of Anjou, this staggering masterpiece is the longest wall hanging ever to…
In the realm of art and creativity, the unexpected often unfolds, bringing together seemingly disparate elements into a harmonious whole. Such was the case when composer Erik Satie and sculptor Constantin Brancusi crossed paths in Paris nearly a century ago. Just as colors on…
Why did Northern artists of the past travel to Italy? 🧐 Ever wondered why Northern Renaissance artists risked life and limb crossing the Alps on their own to travel to Italy? The answer lies in the profound influence of Italian…