Napoleon’s Pistols Hit The Mark
Napoleon Bonaparte, one of history’s most renowned military leaders, rose to prominence during the French Revolution and became Emperor of France. His ambitious campaigns and strategic prowess expanded the French Empire across much of Europe. However, his invasion of Russia … More…
Botero In Rome
Starting last week, some of Rome’s public squares will feature the work of the late, great Colombian painter and sculptor Fernando Botero. The Botero a Roma exhibition features eight large sculptures on display in the public spaces of Rome’s historic … More…
The Barbizon School: Tree-Huggers & Trailblazers
In my series on the origins of modern art, I’ve looked at the predecessors that influenced the birth of Impressionism. The topics I’ve covered include the desire for greater artistic independence as exhibited by Gustave Courbet, the ways Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres … More…
Introducing “A Whisper” by Amanda Greive
We are thrilled to announce the arrival of Amanda Greive’s latest masterpiece, A Whisper. This evocative painting invites viewers to explore profound themes of legacy, hope, and the passage of wisdom across generations. Here, we delve into the intricate layers … More…
Original Harry Potter Illustration Makes Magic
Children’s book author and illustrator Thomas Taylor, at the age of 23, created the original cover art for J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, as noted by Sotheby’s catalogue description. This iconic illustration for the first edition of … More…
Rouen Cathedral On Fire
In the late morning of Thursday, July 11th, a fire broke out in Rouen Cathedral in northern France. The cathedral is one of the most famous in the country. Though first consecrated in the eleventh century, in the presence of … More…
Barberini Bribery
The Museum Barberini is one of the newer museums in the Berlin area. It opened in 2017 in Potsdam, immediately southwest of Berlin, to display the collection of Hasso Plattner, co-founder of the German software company SAP SE and one … More…
Justin Timberlake Mugshot Gets Warhol Treatment
In the early morning hours of June 18th, police in Sag Harbor, New York, pulled over and arrested pop star Justin Timberlake for driving while intoxicated. He had refused to take a breathalyzer and failed the field sobriety test. Shortly … More…
Sotheby’s NY Modern Discoveries Online Sale
On Wednesday, July 17th, Sotheby’s New York hosted an online sale called Modern Discoveries. While online sales are common at major auction houses, it is easy to dismiss them as places where many lower-value pieces get sold. Some see them … More…