Between 1883 and 1885, the young Russian painter, Ilya Repin, painted his most famous work, which was ultimately banned by Russia. Read more here.

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The Mona Lisa is much more than just a painting, it's a cultural icon. Learn how Leonardo da Vinci created this iconic image and why it's so famous.

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From afar, her embroideries and paintings could easily be mistaken ... one of the only women famous for inscribing her own stories onto Kamasan scrolls. From here, Sasmita committed to creating ...

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As Frieze Los Angeles shines a spotlight on art in the city, one community, long facing institutional apathy, calls for marking its memories in the public mind. By Sam Lubell Christie’s ...

Nostalgia for terrible things may sound absurd, but many people experience it, for reasons that speak to the way people make meaning of their lives. The central reason for this phenomenon ...

We combed through music history and came up with 50 terrible songs that taint otherwise perfect records. It’s likely that a great many of you will disagree with at least some of these picks.

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February 21, 2025 • Several entertainers and artists have severed ties with the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts since President Trump assumed chairmanship of the organization.