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Real locations that inspired Iconic Paintings
From the "American Gothic" house in Iowa to Van Gogh’s yellow café in Arles. Discover the actual spots where history’s most famous masterpieces were…
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The True Story Behind Hokusai’s Great Wave
Did you know The Great Wave wasn't the first? From the failed sketches of 1797 to the 1831 masterpiece, discover the story of Hokusai’s lifelong battle.
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Is Cézanne the Greatest Painter of All Time? Let’s Rate Him Like a FIFA Player
We rate Paul Cézanne like a FIFA player. Technique, influence & aura scored out of 99. Is he better than Van Gogh, Caravaggio or Da Vinci? Read the…
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Adolf: The Failed Artist
"Insufficient." The word that changed the course of history. From his teenage ambitions, to his first postcards painted in homeless shelters, to his…
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10 Artists you need to Know 👀 #7
Discover 10 hidden gems of the art world, including Shōen Uemura, Guido Reni, Rudolf Koller & Victor Vasarely. Your next favorite artist is here.
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The Caravaggio Code: The Secret Nobody Saw for 400 Years
It took four centuries to spot it. Hidden in a basket of fruit, a secret symbol used by early Christians to avoid execution. The true story of the…
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First and last paintings of 11 famous artists
Compare first and last works of Monet, Klimt, Caravaggio, Turner, Degas & Botticelli. See how 11 masters evolved from start to finish.
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Understand Expressionism in 1 Minute
Here's your quick guide to Expressionism starring Kurt Cobain, screaming faces, violent colors, and a world seen through the lens of pure anxiety.
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10 Artists you need to Know 👀 #6
Discover 10 hidden gems of the art world, including Jane Fisher's, Felix Valotton, Atkinson Grimshaw & Jef Bourgeau. Your next favorite artist is here.
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The Tragic Life of Frida Kahlo Told in 24 Rare Photos
You know the icon, but do you know the woman? Discover the pain and passion behind the art through this collection of 24 rare historical images.
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10 Fun Art Facts to Drop at Your Next Dinner
From Raphael's kidnapped girlfriend to the accident behind "Whistler's Mother." Explore 10 incredible anecdotes about Van Gogh, Leonardo, and…
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10 Artists you need to Know 👀 #5
II've done the digging so you don't have to. Your next favorite artist is in here.
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