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The Art of Greek Vase Painting
Greek vases and pottery was well-known for its quality and was widely exported throughout the Mediterranean. The techniques used by ancient Greek ceramists required thorough shaping and decorating processes that were the result of years of training under master potters.  The Vase – Making Process: From Clay to Form The techniques Greek ceramists used to shape and decorate fine vases required…
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whereishermes · 21 hours
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Italian Master: De Nittis Exhibition
For the first time Palazzo Reale celebrates the talent of Giuseppe De Nittis in a monographic exhibition featuring around 90 paintings, both oils and pastels, coming from the main public and private collections. Painter of Modern Life: De Nittis Palazzo Reale – From February 24th to June 30th, 2024 For the first time Palazzo Reale celebrates the talent of Giuseppe De Nittis in a monographic…
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PICASSO | Metamorphosis of the Figure
Metamorphosis of the Figure February 22nd – June 30th, 2024Curated by Malén Gual and Ricardo Ostalé For Picasso, the art that inspired his work, that moved his creative mind in an unstoppable desire to break new ground, was not ‘primitive’. There is no ‘before’ or ‘after’ in art, there is no ‘other’ or ‘different’ art: Picasso conceived art as a timeless Whole. “There is neither past nor future…
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whereishermes · 2 days
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Star Bridge Richard M. Powers
RICHARD M. POWERS (American, 1921-1996)Star Bridge, paperback cover, Berkley Medallion, New York, 1977. Keir Dullea, Stanley Kubrick, dir. 2001: A Space Odyssey, Warner Bros. 1968. 
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Mercury visiting Juno | Jacob Jordaens 
Title: Mercury visiting Juno  Description: The metamorphoses of Ovid tells of Juno descending from the sky in her peacock carriage to receive the eyes of Argus from Mercury. Juno, Jupiter’s wife, had ordered the hundred-yed Argus to guard Io, Jupiter’s cow-disguised lover. Jupiter ordered Mercury to kill Argus. Mercury, disguised as a shepherd, put the guard to sleep and knocked his head off.…
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The Role of Women in Ancient Greek Society
In ancient Greek Society, power dynamics heavily favored men, leaving women with restricted ownership and control over their lives and sexuality. Women were often confined to domesticity, while men held authority in public and private affairs. This power gap extended to subjects of sexuality, where societal norms oppressed women’s roles and behaviors while disregarding their rights and…
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Xochimilco Floating Gardens
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BEYOND THE RED LIGHT: AMSTERDAM SEX MUSEUM
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Exploring Greece in the Pre-Homeric Era
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Women's Power in Art and Rituals: A Closer Look at Pacific Cultures
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Asklepios, Caduceus, and the Symbol of Serpent
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Positive Self-Deception: Manifesting
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2024 Lunar New Year: Customs, Traditions, and Festivities
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Sip, Stitch, Walk: Meditation in the Ordinary
In today’s world, where everything seems to move at lightning speed, finding moments of peace and calm is more important than ever. Luckily, meditation has come a long way from its traditional religious roots and now offers a variety of methods that cater to individual preferences. Meditative Strolls and Mindful Steps Did you know walking can be a great way to meditate and clear your mind? It’s…
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whereishermes · 3 months
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Memories Through Music
From the endless charm of familiar melodies to the memories that music can evoke and the evolving nature of traditional songs, they are threads that weave our emotions and memories across time. The Timeless Lure of Familiar Melodies Certain old songs don’t fade away; they stick around, connecting people across time. With their unique sounds and classic structures, these tunes go beyond…
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Venice Carnival: A Masked Journey Through Time and Tradition
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Café De Flore: Echoes of the Past
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