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In Defense of Women with Margaret L. King - The Medieval Podcast, Episode 270 - Medievalists.net

Pompeo Colonna's writings offered a defense of women during the Renaissance, challenging common perceptions of inferiority.
#art

Banksy's Madonna and Child: A Haunting Vision of Resilience and Decay - Yanko Design

Banksy's latest artwork reinterprets Madonna and Child imagery, provoking reflection on resilience, maternal choices, and the struggles inherent in modern life.

Seashell Art Is Shedding Its Kitschy Reputation

Seashells have evolved from mere decorative items to significant materials in contemporary art, reflecting changing attitudes and ecological awareness.

Banksy's Madonna and Child: A Haunting Vision of Resilience and Decay - Yanko Design

Banksy's latest artwork reinterprets Madonna and Child imagery, provoking reflection on resilience, maternal choices, and the struggles inherent in modern life.

Seashell Art Is Shedding Its Kitschy Reputation

Seashells have evolved from mere decorative items to significant materials in contemporary art, reflecting changing attitudes and ecological awareness.
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What Would the World Look Like If European Colonizers Had Stayed Home?

The Renaissance sparked exploration and colonization by Europeans, significantly shaping global history's economic and social landscape.

Museum of Virgil opens among rediscovered medieval murals

The new museum in Mantua honors Virgil's legacy through dedicated galleries showcasing his life and works.
The restoration of the Palazzo del Podesta enriches Mantua's cultural heritage and celebrates its native son, Virgil.
#documentary

Review: Ken Burns explores Leonardo da Vinci's genius in new PBS documentary

Ken Burns' documentary, 'Leonardo da Vinci', aims to explore the creative processes behind da Vinci's genius beyond just recounting his life.

The new Wolf Hall? Bitter rivalries in Renaissance Florence coming to BBC

Renaissance Florence was a hub of artistic genius despite underlying deceit and political corruption, exemplified by the rivalry of Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael.

Renaissance: The Blood and the Beauty review Charles Dance is gloriously game as Michelangelo

Historical documentaries increasingly blend factual accounts with dramatization, highlighting artists and rivalries from the Renaissance.

Review: Ken Burns explores Leonardo da Vinci's genius in new PBS documentary

Ken Burns' documentary, 'Leonardo da Vinci', aims to explore the creative processes behind da Vinci's genius beyond just recounting his life.

The new Wolf Hall? Bitter rivalries in Renaissance Florence coming to BBC

Renaissance Florence was a hub of artistic genius despite underlying deceit and political corruption, exemplified by the rivalry of Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael.

Renaissance: The Blood and the Beauty review Charles Dance is gloriously game as Michelangelo

Historical documentaries increasingly blend factual accounts with dramatization, highlighting artists and rivalries from the Renaissance.
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#medici

Galerie Philia Explores Medici Elegance in 'Future Relics' Exhibition at Palazzo Corsini | stupidDOPE

The Future Relics exhibition revitalizes Medici artistic heritage through contemporary designs, blending historical reverence with modern craftsmanship.

Fred Kudjo Kuwornu, filmmaker: The study of slavery monopolizes everything and creates a prejudice that in Europe there were only enslaved Africans'

Italy's Renaissance was a period of extraordinary artistic achievement and complex social dynamics, including influential Black figures like Alessandro de' Medici.

Galerie Philia Explores Medici Elegance in 'Future Relics' Exhibition at Palazzo Corsini | stupidDOPE

The Future Relics exhibition revitalizes Medici artistic heritage through contemporary designs, blending historical reverence with modern craftsmanship.

Fred Kudjo Kuwornu, filmmaker: The study of slavery monopolizes everything and creates a prejudice that in Europe there were only enslaved Africans'

Italy's Renaissance was a period of extraordinary artistic achievement and complex social dynamics, including influential Black figures like Alessandro de' Medici.
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#art-exhibition

In a Resounding 'Renaissance,' Conrad Jon Godly's Acrylic Paintings Scale Alpine Peaks

Conrad Jon Godly's exhibition 'RENAISSANCE' marks his artistic comeback after a four-year hiatus, showcasing his transition from oil to acrylic in depicting landscapes.

Botticelli Drawings in Palo Alto | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

The Legion of Honor is hosting a major exhibition dedicated to Botticelli's drawings, featuring 27 rare sketches and nearly 60 masterpieces.
The exhibition also includes five newly attributed drawings and showcases paper-based art from other famous artists such as Michelangelo, Warhol, Picasso, Asawa, and Gauguin.

In a Resounding 'Renaissance,' Conrad Jon Godly's Acrylic Paintings Scale Alpine Peaks

Conrad Jon Godly's exhibition 'RENAISSANCE' marks his artistic comeback after a four-year hiatus, showcasing his transition from oil to acrylic in depicting landscapes.

Botticelli Drawings in Palo Alto | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

The Legion of Honor is hosting a major exhibition dedicated to Botticelli's drawings, featuring 27 rare sketches and nearly 60 masterpieces.
The exhibition also includes five newly attributed drawings and showcases paper-based art from other famous artists such as Michelangelo, Warhol, Picasso, Asawa, and Gauguin.
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#art-exhibitions

November's must-see exhibitions: Leonardo, Orphism and a beautiful exploration of 14th-century Siena

November 2023 features significant exhibitions exploring the depths of under-recognized artists and movements in art, catering to diverse interests in various locations.

The best new 11 London art exhibitions opening this winter

Art exhibitions in London this winter showcase a diverse range from Renaissance to modern and contemporary works.

November's must-see exhibitions: Leonardo, Orphism and a beautiful exploration of 14th-century Siena

November 2023 features significant exhibitions exploring the depths of under-recognized artists and movements in art, catering to diverse interests in various locations.

The best new 11 London art exhibitions opening this winter

Art exhibitions in London this winter showcase a diverse range from Renaissance to modern and contemporary works.
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#education

The First 3D Anatomy Models: Vesalius' Paper Manikins Finally Reunited - Medievalists.net

Vesalius revolutionized anatomical teaching with 3D paper manikins, enabling independent learning without cadaver access, marking a significant shift in medical education.

New Medieval Books: Sigismund - Medievalists.net

Aeneas Silvio Bartolomeo Piccolomini emphasizes the importance of learning for effective leadership in his letter to Duke Sigismund.

The First 3D Anatomy Models: Vesalius' Paper Manikins Finally Reunited - Medievalists.net

Vesalius revolutionized anatomical teaching with 3D paper manikins, enabling independent learning without cadaver access, marking a significant shift in medical education.

New Medieval Books: Sigismund - Medievalists.net

Aeneas Silvio Bartolomeo Piccolomini emphasizes the importance of learning for effective leadership in his letter to Duke Sigismund.
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Why seeing Galileo's original experiments left me speechless

The Galileo Museum illustrates the evolution of science through Galileo's work and historical innovations.

The very thought of it repelled me': how a skiing accident left me unable to read

Inghirami's strabismus reflects dual perception; concussions reveal brain complexity and fragility, affecting both physical and emotional states.

Marc-Antoine Muret: A Scandalous Scholarship - San Francisco Bay Times

Muret's downfall illustrates the risks of personal connections in academia amid competitive rivalries.
#leonardo-da-vinci

Leonardo da Vinci- The Hideous vs the Sublime

Da Vinci's grotesque caricatures reveal his fascination with the ugly, contrasting with his famous idealized representations of beauty.

Michelangelo and da Vinci face off in mural-painting 'Contest' at Berkeley's Central Works

The Contest portrays the competitive yet introspective nature of Renaissance artists, focusing on Michelangelo and Leonardo's rivalry and personal insecurities.

Leonardo da Vinci- The Hideous vs the Sublime

Da Vinci's grotesque caricatures reveal his fascination with the ugly, contrasting with his famous idealized representations of beauty.

Michelangelo and da Vinci face off in mural-painting 'Contest' at Berkeley's Central Works

The Contest portrays the competitive yet introspective nature of Renaissance artists, focusing on Michelangelo and Leonardo's rivalry and personal insecurities.
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#beyonce

Beyonce makes history (again) with 11 nominations for 2025 Grammy Awards

Beyoncé becomes the most-nominated artist in Grammy history with 99 nominations after receiving 11 for the upcoming 67th Grammy Awards.

Beyonce Confirmed Fans' Fears About 'Cowboy Carter' & 'Renaissance'

Beyoncé prioritizes music and its depth over visuals for her recent albums to allow listeners to focus more on the sound.

Beyonce says she stopped making music videos to have listeners "focus on the voice"

Beyoncé prioritizes the music and voice over visuals, emphasizing their importance in her recent work.

Beyonce makes history (again) with 11 nominations for 2025 Grammy Awards

Beyoncé becomes the most-nominated artist in Grammy history with 99 nominations after receiving 11 for the upcoming 67th Grammy Awards.

Beyonce Confirmed Fans' Fears About 'Cowboy Carter' & 'Renaissance'

Beyoncé prioritizes music and its depth over visuals for her recent albums to allow listeners to focus more on the sound.

Beyonce says she stopped making music videos to have listeners "focus on the voice"

Beyoncé prioritizes the music and voice over visuals, emphasizing their importance in her recent work.
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Apollo Belvedere returns after 5 year restoration

Apollo Belvedere statue returns to Vatican Museums after extensive restoration, emphasizing its historical and artistic significance.
#florence

The Best Airbnbs in Florence, From a Chic Townhouse to a Cozy Loft

Florence offers a blend of luxury hotels and authentic Airbnb options for visitors to experience the city's culture.

The best Airbnbs in Florence

Florence's rich cultural heritage and stunning accommodations offer a unique travel experience through its Airbnbs.
The featured Airbnbs are carefully selected for their aesthetics, host quality, and prime locations.

The Best Airbnbs in Florence, From a Chic Townhouse to a Cozy Loft

Florence offers a blend of luxury hotels and authentic Airbnb options for visitors to experience the city's culture.

The best Airbnbs in Florence

Florence's rich cultural heritage and stunning accommodations offer a unique travel experience through its Airbnbs.
The featured Airbnbs are carefully selected for their aesthetics, host quality, and prime locations.
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Louis Vuitton's Nicolas Ghesquiere time travels to Renaissance for Paris show

Nicolas Ghesquiere envisions fashion as a form of time travel, intertwining historical aesthetics with modern innovation for Louis Vuitton's luxury designs.

Mystery of the coffin discovered under Notre Dame cathedral is SOLVED

The identity of poet Joachim du Bellay was uncovered from during the Notre-Dame restoration after the 2019 fire, linking history with archaeology.

Consider: Gatorwine | Defector

A unique culinary adventure in Tuscany led to the sampling of Gatorwine, a bizarre mix of Gatorade and red wine.

Triple show to celebrate the Dutch Old Master Maarten van Heemskerck, who fell out of favour until the 1980s

Maarten van Heemskerck's art faced ruin from iconoclasm but is now celebrated through a significant exhibition, showcasing his influence in Dutch art history.
#afrofuturism

How Digital Artist Serwah Attafuah Ended Up Working With Paris Hilton

Serwah Attafuah describes her art as blending Afrofuturism and the Renaissance.

How Digital Artist Serwah Attafuah Ended Up Working With Paris Hilton

Serwah Attafuah blends Afrofuturism and Renaissance influences in her digital art.

How Digital Artist Serwah Attafuah Ended Up Working With Paris Hilton

Serwah Attafuah describes her art as blending Afrofuturism and the Renaissance.

How Digital Artist Serwah Attafuah Ended Up Working With Paris Hilton

Serwah Attafuah blends Afrofuturism and Renaissance influences in her digital art.
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The Best French TV Shows of All Time - Frenchly

French TV has experienced a renaissance in recent years due to streaming platforms investing in quality French-language productions.
French TV shows tend to be shorter in length, making them easier to binge-watch and less time-consuming.
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What we learned at the premiere of 'Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce'

Beyoncé premiered her film "Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé" without walking the red carpet or speaking at the event.
The premiere was star-studded, with attendees including members of Destiny's Child, Tyler Perry, Ava DuVernay, Lupita N'yongo, and more.
The film will be released in theaters and follows a similar model to Taylor Swift's concert film, which has been successful in bringing in nearly $250 million worldwide.

Eight revelations in 'Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce' about her life on and off stage

Beyoncé released a film called Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé that offers a glimpse into her life and career.
The film debuted at number one at the box office and earned $21 million in its opening weekend.

Perfect linearity': why Botticelli's drawing abilities remain one-of-a-kind

Drawings were an integral part of Renaissance paintings and helped artists with composition and poses.
Botticelli's use of drawing is seen as choreography, writing the composition and drawing the dance.
An exhibition featuring Botticelli's drawings is being held at San Francisco's Legion of Honor museum.

What we learned at the premiere of 'Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce'

Beyoncé premiered her film "Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé" without walking the red carpet or speaking at the event.
The premiere was star-studded, with attendees including members of Destiny's Child, Tyler Perry, Ava DuVernay, Lupita N'yongo, and more.
The film will be released in theaters and follows a similar model to Taylor Swift's concert film, which has been successful in bringing in nearly $250 million worldwide.

Eight revelations in 'Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce' about her life on and off stage

Beyoncé released a film called Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé that offers a glimpse into her life and career.
The film debuted at number one at the box office and earned $21 million in its opening weekend.

Perfect linearity': why Botticelli's drawing abilities remain one-of-a-kind

Drawings were an integral part of Renaissance paintings and helped artists with composition and poses.
Botticelli's use of drawing is seen as choreography, writing the composition and drawing the dance.
An exhibition featuring Botticelli's drawings is being held at San Francisco's Legion of Honor museum.
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An expert's guide to Michelangelo: five must-read books on the Renaissance Old Master

Michelangelo's masterpieces often started as small sketches on paper before evolving into monumental works of art.
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