Most people, including those who are very passionate about art and spend a lot of time in museums, have … Read More “What is Art?”
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Ancient Art and the Cave of Altamira
Many ancient pieces of art familiar to mankind today were discovered relatively recently. For example, the Cave of Altamira, … Read More “Ancient Art and the Cave of Altamira”
The Study of Art
The study of art is the exploration of human feelings, communication, expression, and their history over the ages. While … Read More “The Study of Art”
Church Art in Europe in The Middle Ages
During the Middle Ages, churches and cathedrals in Europe contained large numbers of artworks. The number of churches in … Read More “Church Art in Europe in The Middle Ages”
The Art of Renaissance
The epicentre of Renaissance art was Florence. The Renaissance period began in the late 1300s and early 1400s when … Read More “The Art of Renaissance”
The Construction and Decoration of Churches in the Middle Ages
Church construction in the Middle Ages started after the year 313 when Emperor Constantine made Christianity the official religion … Read More “The Construction and Decoration of Churches in the Middle Ages”
The Art of the Roman Civilization
The Roman Empire was one of the vastest civilizations in human history. It started around 3,000 years ago and … Read More “The Art of the Roman Civilization”