History

Dissecting History: Uzbekistan Ikats and Jean-Leon Gerome's Work
The Presence of Islam in Culture Looking to the Islamic world of culture and art there are many differences within it depending on the specific region you visit or study. As many other cultures became familiar with Islamic religion and art, it was met with appreciation and fascination. Oftentimes this would appear in the Western forms of art as Orientalism, much like “The Snake Charmer” by Jean-Leon Gerome which makes it seem as if the scene of a naked boy holding a snake was a regular occurance in the world of the Middle East and Islam. But despite this, there is another work by Jean-Leon Gerome that seems to take a much different approach, one of admiration and close study of everyday life.
By QuirkyMin2 years ago in Art
Spanish Classes in Delhi NCR: Unlocking New Opportunities
Learning a new language is not just about acquiring a new skill; it’s about opening doors to new cultures, expanding career opportunities, and enhancing cognitive abilities. Spanish, being one of the most spoken languages in the world, offers numerous benefits for learners. If you’re in the Delhi NCR region and considering learning Spanish, you’re in luck. There are several excellent options for Spanish classes in this vibrant metropolitan area.
By Bijay Rawat2 years ago in Art
Archeologists track down marble god sculpture in antiquated Roman sewer
Bulgarian archeologists coincidentally found surprising fortune this week during a dive in an old Roman sewer — a very much protected, marble sculpture portraying the Greek god Hermes.
By Alfred Wasonga2 years ago in Art
The strange New York caretaker who aided shape twentieth century road photography
For quite a bit of her life, Vivian Maier was something of a secret. Her visual ability went generally unnoticed in light of the fact that she stayed quiet about her work from the majority of individuals who knew her, including the New York and Chicago families she worked for as a live-in caretaker and parental figure. Maier just printed a little part of the a huge number of pictures of clamoring city life she snapped with her Rolleiflex and Leica cameras over nearly fifty years, and showed them to practically nobody, rather storing up endlessly boxes of negatives and natural film.
By Alfred Wasonga2 years ago in Art
Cambodia invites the Met's bringing home of extremely old sculptures plundered during past disturbance
The re-visitation of Cambodia this seven day stretch of 14 figures plundered from the country during a time of war and distress resembles inviting home the spirits of precursors, Cambodia's way of life serve, Phoeurng Sackona, said Thursday.
By Alfred Wasonga2 years ago in Art
A good footballer's duty
A generally excellent footballer has different obligations on and off the pitch. Here are a few key liabilities: ### On the Pitch
By Md Khalid Hasan Labib2 years ago in Art
HOW and WHY the Craft of Camel Skin Lamps Endures in Multan, Pakistan. AI-Generated.
**HOW and WHY the Craft of Camel Skin Lamps Endures in Multan, Pakistan** The craft of making camel skin lamps in Multan, Pakistan, is a century-old tradition that requires meticulous steps, skill, and patience. Despite modern challenges, artisans like Malik Rahman Nakash strive to keep this cultural heritage alive.
By Abida Awais2 years ago in Art
Dissecting History: Minneapolis Institute of Art's 'Claret Jug'
India was a colony of the Great British Empire from 1858 -1947 and is often referred to as the Raj Period or The British Raj Period. During this time, the British took over parliament in India. During this period of Raj that lasted almost 90 years, there was an increased fascination by the Europeans with Indian decorative arts. Through the interminglings of British Empire soldiers and colonized implants with the native East Indians, there came a new form of artistic style known as Anglo-Indian. This art style was a mix of East Indian decor and the influences of the British which were far and wide. This new style of Indian art can be seen in the Minneapolis Institute of Arts’ ‘Asia’ section in Gallery 211 specificall, in the Claret Jug. The influences of Eastern Indian, British and British colonies can all be seen in Minneapolis Institute of Art’s Artifact Claret Jug.
By QuirkyMin2 years ago in Art
The 100 Dynasties War. Content Warning.
Once upon a time in the vast, ancient lands of Arinthia, there raged a conflict so grand that it would be known through the ages as the 100 Dynasties War. It was a time of chaos and heroes, where each dynasty vied for control of the land. But among all the chaos, one name stood out: Firli Nurdiansyah.
By FIRLI NURDIANSYAH2 years ago in Art
AniKing
### Introduction A powerful entity known as Aurelion Sol existed long before humanity appeared on the world of Runeterra, born from the beginning of creation. He and his kind roamed the vast, unknown universe, weaving magical worlds that sparkled on the vast curtain of the cosmos, erasing emptiness and bringing joy to all who looked upon it. Look up at the night sky and you might see something extraordinary. Welcome to Aurelion Sol's domain.
By LOL - League of Legends2 years ago in Art
To the ones who feel like they are falling behind
There is something about life that is really vivid. Life is all about capturing the stories in the essence of living through them. It is experiencing life in a way that speaks of it all. It is knowing your worth and keeping your head high. Life is nothing but a beauty of contradiction. The beauty of the promise of forever in a second, the feeling of a lifetime in a moment, the elated lapse of time is gifted to us in a box of experiences that we share with one another.
By Hridya Sharma2 years ago in Art
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, commonly known as "The Met," stands as one of the world's most renowned and extensive art museums. Located in New York City, it boasts a rich history and an impressive collection that spans over 5,000 years of art from various cultures and regions. This article delves into the history of The Met, the places to explore within the museum, and the best time to visit this iconic institution.
By Santosh Sahu2 years ago in Art