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www.thehistoryblog.com
3 days ago
History

Edfu temple restoration reveals original inscriptions, colors, gold

The restoration of the Temple of Horus has uncovered original colors and inscriptions, shedding new light on Ptolemaic religious practices. [ more ]
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The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 weeks ago
Design

Stairway to Rococo heaven reopens as Jacquemart-Andre restoration completes

Musee Jacquemart-Andre reopens on September 6, offering dining experience beneath Tiepolo frescoes in a renovated historic mansion. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago
OMG science

Rothko Chapel closes due to hurricane damage

Rothko Chapel has closed indefinitely due to damage from Hurricane Beryl, impacting three paintings and parts of the chapel. [ more ]
designboom | architecture & design magazine
1 month ago
Design

rothko chapel closes indefinitely following damages from hurricane beryl

The Rothko Chapel is closed indefinitely due to damage from Hurricane Beryl, affecting the building and Mark Rothko's artwork. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 months ago
Graphic design

Siena's Baptismal font-decorated with Donatello reliefs-unveiled after three-year restoration

After centuries of use in baptising newborns and artistic analysis, Siena's Battistero di San Giovanni's immense baptismal font underwent a three-year restoration using a combination of high-tech and low-tech methods. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 weeks ago
Design

Stairway to Rococo heaven reopens as Jacquemart-Andre restoration completes

Musee Jacquemart-Andre reopens on September 6, offering dining experience beneath Tiepolo frescoes in a renovated historic mansion. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago
OMG science

Rothko Chapel closes due to hurricane damage

Rothko Chapel has closed indefinitely due to damage from Hurricane Beryl, impacting three paintings and parts of the chapel. [ more ]
designboom | architecture & design magazine
1 month ago
Design

rothko chapel closes indefinitely following damages from hurricane beryl

The Rothko Chapel is closed indefinitely due to damage from Hurricane Beryl, affecting the building and Mark Rothko's artwork. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 months ago
Graphic design

Siena's Baptismal font-decorated with Donatello reliefs-unveiled after three-year restoration

After centuries of use in baptising newborns and artistic analysis, Siena's Battistero di San Giovanni's immense baptismal font underwent a three-year restoration using a combination of high-tech and low-tech methods. [ more ]
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www.thehistoryblog.com
2 weeks ago
History

Stolen double portrait of Rubens, Van Dyck returns to Chatworth

The double portrait of Rubens and Van Dyck is back at Chatsworth House after being stolen for decades. [ more ]
SFGATE
2 weeks ago
NYC real estate

Historic Victorian transformed by owner, San Francisco artist, asking $3.7M

390 Page St. is a meticulously restored Victorian home for sale, showcasing a blend of historical craftsmanship and artistic embellishments, asking $3.7 million. [ more ]
www.thehistoryblog.com
3 weeks ago
History

Gilded Age grotto mural restored in the nick of time

The Miami grotto mural by Chanler is set for restoration due to a National Park Service grant, preserving a significant piece of art history. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Iconic Downtown San Jose mural gets much-needed restoration

The Homage mural in San Jose has been restored, emphasizing its historical significance and the community's appreciation for public art. [ more ]
www.vice.com
4 months ago
OMG science

Early Color Photography, and the Man Who Revives It

Stuart Humphryes has built a large social media following by enhancing early color photographs, turning a hobby into a significant creative enterprise. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

AI recreates Velazquez's Expulsion of the Moriscos' lost to flames centuries ago

The Royal Alcazar fire in 1734 destroyed valuable paintings.
Artist recreated lost Velazquez painting using AI. [ more ]
Time Out New York
10 months ago
Design

The Met is reopening 45 European art galleries after a five-year renovation

Over the past five years, The Met has been restoring its skylights and conserving centuries-old artworks in its European painting galleries.
After years of effort, 45 galleries are finally reopening, showcasing famed works in vivid detail and radiant natural light.
The renovations required a $150 million budget and involved replacing skylights, rehanging every piece, and rethinking the presentation of the collection. [ more ]
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