This video demystifies the complex kaleidoscopic geometry central to Islamic art. Grab a compass and ruler!
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Location, location, location. Meant for the cathedral, David presided over a public square—and now stands inside.
A-level: The many meanings of Michelangelo’s David
Three men arrive to bless Christ. Are they wise—or just rich? Better defer to that young painter in the crowd...
A-level: Dissecting Botticelli’s Adoration of the Magi
Location, location, location. Meant for the cathedral, David presided over a public square—and now stands inside.
The many meanings of Michelangelo’s David
Three men arrive to bless Christ. Are they wise—or just rich? Better defer to that young painter in the crowd...
Dissecting Botticelli’s Adoration of the Magi
Small torso? Huge shins? If you think you could paint Mary better, remember that artistic goals change over time.
Distorting the Madonna in Medieval art
This video demystifies the complex kaleidoscopic geometry central to Islamic art. Grab a compass and ruler!
The complex geometry of Islamic design
Pay attention! Identifying symptoms and solving crimes require many of the same skills as art historical analysis.
How art can help you analyze
Attitudes towards objects differ between cultures. Don’t discriminate art from craft—call it all “the visual arts.”
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