From classical masterpieces to contemporary installations, explore the expressions that have shaped cultures, sparked emotions, and inspired generations.
In the 17th century, a debate erupted between the advocates of the drawn line (Poussin admirers) and the advocates of the power of color (Rubens admirers).
What is the sublime? How can we define it? And how does it pertain to Gian Lorenzo Bernini?
A triptych is an artwork comprising three panels joined, traditionally, by hinges. In the medieval period, triptychs were religious objects.
Jean Baudrillard’s America went in search of “astral America,” its deserts, highways, empty spaces, and crowded, lonely streets. What did he find there?
Several of Rembrandt’s paintings illustrated the Biblical parable of the Prodigal Son, perhaps due to the painter’s personal connection to the story.
One of the most extensively studied old masters, works by Rembrandt are notoriously difficult to attribute and authenticate.
Museum walls shape viewers’ perception through the art of display, building context and prioritizing certain artworks over others.
After ascending to the throne in 1936, King George VI of Britain became a symbol of courage and national unity during World War II.