From classical masterpieces to contemporary installations, explore the expressions that have shaped cultures, sparked emotions, and inspired generations.
Take an intimate look at the Gods and Monsters that Caravaggio created during the Baroque Period.
How much did the English Romantic painter J.M.W. Turner respect the classical tradition in art?
Charles Baudelaire’s poetry was focused on modern experiences and his own deep insecurities and traumas. His collection Flowers of Evil revolutionized poetry.
De Profundis, the letter Oscar Wilde wrote from prison, is one of his most moving works. It is addressed partly to his former lover, partly to his former life.
Franz Schubert (1797-1828) is considered the bridge between the Classical and Romantic eras in music. Although he was never financially rich, he left a rich musical history.
Henry Paget, the fifth Marquess of Anglesey, who loved expensive costumes and jewelry, turned to Arthur Conan Doyle when his jewels mysteriously disappeared.
Visiting or moving to Virginia soon? These Virginia art museums and art sites are filled with classic, modern, and local wonders.
École des Beaux-Arts is known for its conservative standards, strict rules, and a long list of outstanding professors and alumni.