The excavations taking place in the Roman city, buried by the eruption of Vesuvius, reflect the beauty and sophistication of ...

The hair color of the ancient Greeks has long intrigued historians. Luckily, evidence of their appearance can be found in ...

Some frescos depict a satyr, a half-man and half-goat creature, and a nymph, which is a maiden goddess, embracing in a ...

We might think that the artists of the Annunciation Triptych are offering us an extremely literal illustration. It’s as if ...

During the Renaissance, fresco painting was considered the true test of an artist's skill, since one had to finish before the plaster dried to ensure the adhesion of the image to the wall. Along the ...

Leonardo da Vinci vs. Michelangelo (with assists from Machiavelli) in Gary Graves' compelling drama at Berkeley City Club.

Water gushes from the Colosseum's fountains and floods the arena. A crew of men led by the film's hero, Lucius Verus (played ...

The art nouveau design movement showcases the Belgian flair for visual language. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Monday, Nov. 18 and 19, 2024 from 8 - 10 p.m. / PBS app. This is a two-part, four-hour documentary directed by Ken Burns, ...

Kucha Pati Ram in Old Delhi preserves its architectural heritage amidst decay, featuring a temple and renowned sweet shop, ...

A decade ago, Chef Daniel Humm transformed Eleven Madison Park into one of the world’s most famous restaurants. Now, his ...

The home at 445 Walnut St. has more than 4,100 square feet and sits on a wide lot that backs up to Audubon Park. The stately ...