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Mia Forbes

Mia is a contributing writer from London, with a passion for literature and history. She holds a BA in Classics from the University of Cambridge. Both at work and at home, Mia is surrounded by books, and enjoys writing about great works of fiction and poetry. Her first translation is due to be published next year.

Member since: Dec 16, 2019Published posts: 62

Articles by Mia Forbes

Giorgio Vasari: 11 Facts About The Father of Art History

18 Famous Renaissance Artists – Essential Art History

Art experienced radical and unprecedented development during the Renaissance. These are some of the most important Renaissance artists and painters.

12 Powerful Roman Emperor Names Still Used Today

What are the most popular ancient Roman Emperor names still used today?

11 Facts About Tintoretto You Should Know

Tintoretto is one of Venice’s most important figures, and played a key role in the development of Renaissance art. Read on to find out more.

10 Things You Need to Know About Matthias Grünewald

One of the most unique painters of his time, Matthias Grünewald rejected Renaissance trends for his own style. Read on to learn more.

The Djoser Pyramid In Egypt: 10 Facts on The First Pyramid

NFT Digital Artwork: What Is It and How It’s Changing the Art World?

NFT mania has recently taken the art world by storm, with a single JPG fetching a record sum of $69m. This article explores this brave new world of digital artwork.

11 Most Expensive American Furniture Sales in the Last 10 Years

9 Famous Antiquities Collectors from History

Ancient art and artifacts have entranced collectors for centuries. This article explores nine of the most interesting collectors of antiquities, from Renaissance noblemen to Hollywood actresses.

11 Most Expensive Watches Sold At Auction In The Past 10 Years

11 Most Expensive Jewelry Auction Results in the last 10 Years

The past decade has witnessed the sale of some truly phenomenal jewelry at auction, often for inconceivable prices. This article reveals the 11 most expensive pieces and their history.

11 Most Expensive Comic Illustrations Auctioned in the Last 10 Years

This article reveals the eleven most expensive comic illustrations sold at auction over the past ten years. Read on to discover more about these interesting pieces of art.