From classical masterpieces to contemporary installations, explore the expressions that have shaped cultures, sparked emotions, and inspired generations.
William Blake was a visionary poet and artist whose mystical beliefs and radical politics shaped his illuminated works; he is now celebrated for fusing imagination with defiance, and for inspiring generations through works like Jerusalem.
From the Italian Renaissance to 20th-century modernism, women artists have had a long, complicated association with the still life genre.
The many faces of Achilles in art, from ancient vases to modern abstraction, reflect our enduring fascination with the Greek hero's story.
Discover how Beethoven broke with Classical Era expectations while revolutionizing the symphony, forging an alternative path for the form.
Discover eight women composers who have shaped the musical world and gave women in music a voice.
Van Gogh undoubtedly had a love affair with sunflowers. These are some of his artworks featuring his favorite flowers.
Gothic literature began as a reaction to the Enlightenment and was influenced by medieval architecture. This article explores the origins of the Gothic literary genre.
The history of porcelain begins with China’s skills in ceramics-making. The first rudimentary versions of porcelain emerged during the Han Dynasty.