July 27, 2024No Comments

From Revolutionary Art Back to Uplifting Masterpieces

Growing up in France, I first encountered revolutionary art through La Marseillaise. As a Russian immigrant, I struggled with its intensity. Reflecting on this, I contrast it with the uplifting Pérussis Altarpiece, which embodies a different kind of transformation and inspiration.

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January 24, 2024No Comments

Rosa Bonheur: Artistic Autonomy Through Realistic Painting

Rosa Bonheur, born in 1822, stands out as an unconventional force in the art world of the 19th century, surpassing even Monet and Renoir in popularity. This French artist's international career, largely forgotten after her death, marked a distinct chapter in art history.

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March 5, 2023No Comments

Chinese Scholar’s Rock in the Form of a Fantastic Mountain 

During the Qing dynasty, the appreciation of Gongshi reached its peak. Scholars and artists alike sought after the most magnificent stones to showcase in their homes and gardens. These stones have inspired China’s poets and painters. 

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December 16, 2022No Comments

India’s Oldest Continuously Practiced Faith with a Sculpture

On other Jain sculptures I have researched I also noted swastika symbols which are also found in Buddhism and among many other cultures worldwide. Jainsm and Buddhism have similarities, emphasizing discipline and purification of the mind and body. 

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