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Shōgatsu and the Takarabune: Symbolic Imagery and Cultural Heritage
Art History
Shōgatsu and the Takarabune: Symbolic Imagery and Cultural Heritage
Jun 13, 2024
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11 minutes read
Shōgatsu, Japan's New Year celebration, evolved from the Meiji period's calendar reforms, shifting from the lunisolar to the Gregorian calendar. Despite changes, it remains pivotal, featuring rituals like hatsumode shrine visits and symbolic foods like osechi-ryōri and zōni, symbolizing renewal and family unity. Contemporary Japanese art draws from these traditions, merging traditional motifs with modern styles, preserving Shōgatsu's cultural importance in global practices and art.
Embracing Tradition and Artistry: The Taoist Celebration of Chinese New Year
Art History
Embracing Tradition and Artistry: The Taoist Celebration of Chinese New Year
May 16, 2024
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5 minutes read
Chinese New Year, or the Spring Festival, celebrates the dawn of a new year in the traditional Chinese calendar, bridging cultures and continents with its vibrant festivities. Rooted in ancient rituals and beliefs, from the cleansing of homes to the sharing of symbolic foods, it honours celestial deities and cherished ancestors. Embraced by diverse communities worldwide, its enduring traditions evoke prosperity, happiness, and longevity. 
Harlequin: the contemporary iconography of a mask
Art History
Harlequin: the contemporary iconography of a mask
Mar 1, 2022
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6 minutes read
In 1888-90 Paul Cézanne painted the Harlequin, in 1901 Pablo Picasso made the Thoughtful Harlequin and in 1919 Juan Gris immortalized the Harlequin with guitar. These are only some of the most famous interpretations of a topic, which has been widely exploited by artistic investigation between the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. But how have contemporary artists depicted this mask?
Artistic Interpretations of Magha Puja
Art History
Artistic Interpretations of Magha Puja
May 30, 2024
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6 minutes read
Magha Puja, a revered festival among Theravāda Buddhists, originated from a historic gathering between the Buddha and his disciples, emphasizing core principles of the faith. Instituted by King Rama IV in 1851, it symbolizes communal harmony and spiritual urgency, inspiring contemporary art and reaffirming its relevance in the modern world.
Man Ray: The Fusion of Abstraction, Eroticism, and Innovation
Artist Portraits
Man Ray: The Fusion of Abstraction, Eroticism, and Innovation
Aug 2, 2024
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6 minutes read
Man Ray, born Emmanuel Radnitzky in Philadelphia on August 27, 1890, was a pioneering artist who profoundly impacted modern art through his contributions to the Dada and Surrealist movements, innovative photographic techniques like "rayographs," and groundbreaking experimental films and light paintings, with his legacy further solidified by record-breaking sales and enduring influence in the art world.
Valerio Adami: A Modern Master of Figurative Art
Artist Portraits
Valerio Adami: A Modern Master of Figurative Art
Jul 26, 2024
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6 minutes read
Valerio Adami, an eminent Italian painter, is celebrated for his distinctive style that combines elements of Pop Art, surrealism, and figurative art. His bold use of color and sharp lines create striking images that are both thought-provoking and visually captivating. Adami’s work often explores themes of human existence, mythology, and literature, making him a prominent figure in contemporary art...
MOMA Masterpieces: Contemporary Interpretations
Art History
MOMA Masterpieces: Contemporary Interpretations
Feb 23, 2022
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7 minutes read
The iconic institution of New York's MOMA is home to such timeless works of art as Vincent Van Gogh's Starry Night, Andy Warhol's Campbell's Soup Cans and Jasper Johns' Flag. Such masterpieces continue to be a source of inspiration for contemporary artists around the world, who have re-interpreted them into original, modern, current and sometimes ironic pieces of art...
Alfred Freddy Krupa: A Pioneer of New Ink Art and a World-Renowned Artistic Force
Artist Portraits
Alfred Freddy Krupa: A Pioneer of New Ink Art and a World-Renowned Artistic Force
Aug 22, 2024
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7 minutes read
Alfred Freddy Krupa is a renowned Croatian contemporary painter and master draughtsman, celebrated for his contributions to the New Ink Art movement, which fuses traditional Eastern ink techniques with Western modernism. As the author of the "New Ink Art Manifesto," he is recognized as a pioneering figure in this movement and a leading representative of modern European ink painting.

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