Discover the lives, legacies, and iconic works of artists that shape the world of expression, and left an indelible mark on the canvas of art history
Frank Gehry is considered one of the most influential architects of the late 20th century.
At the turn of the 20th century, Giacomo Puccini became the leading Italian opera composer. Known for his dramatic stories, his operas moved audiences worldwide.
During this decade of economic depression and personal suffering, artists depicted the hard times and celebrated traditional American values.
The Art of Painting by Johannes Vermeer is a layered painting and one of only two known allegorical pictures by him.
What is the sublime? How can we define it? And how does it pertain to Gian Lorenzo Bernini?
During the Counter-Reformation, Rome’s urban landscape was reshaped, igniting an architectural rivalry between Bernini’s theatrical approach to design and Borromini’s symbolic use of geometry.
Take a closer look at the portrait sculptures of Baroque artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini.
An analysis of William Blake's artworks reveals an insight into his composition techniques.