Kerigan Pickett

The Ugly Duchess is a painting that has sparked theories about who the duchess is and why she is portrayed in such an unflattering light.

The joys and hardships of motherhood have been themes in artistic creation since the early days of visual culture.

Tudor fashion has a story as long as the dynasty itself, with various factors causing it to change over time.

Lucas Horenbout’s introduction of miniatures to the English art market earned him the prestige of being the highest-paid artist at the Tudor court.

John Bauer’s illustrations are a breathtaking example of Swedish folklore art of the early 20th century. They are whimsically beautiful and marked by tragedy.

Norwegians settling in the USA brought their traditions with them, including a technique called rosemaling. Here’s all you need to know about Norwegian-American folk art.

Lakota art has changed throughout history, with artists adapting to new materials as their society mutated around them due to the arrival of white settlers.

The Ghent Altarpiece has a tumultuous history of theft and destruction, yet it is still here today.