Tag: history
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5 Art Styles you should know more about
In the world there exists over 75 different art styles—just limited to paintings. The nature of this list will cater to paintings from five underrated art styles that deserve more attention-whether it be to its history or aesthetic to uncover what exactly the artists of these styles and time were trying convey within a single…
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7 Films at the top of my Must-Watch List
Upon research of hlms that feature beautiful museums as the setting, I’ve encountered a number of intriguing tales I haven’t seen before. As life imitates art, art often imitates life as well. The consumption of films, books, and shows feed into the art-life cycle, sustaining it for centuries. Here are the standouts I’ll be watching…
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Top 5 Films that have Iconic moments in Iconic Museums
Some of the most famous architectural structures in the world are museums—from the white steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Arts to the iridescent glass pyramid of the Louvre. These buildings have grown so iconic that upon recognition, publics may associate them with a certain level of refinement and history. This sense of branding from some of the most illustrious museums in the world elevates films…
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Separating Art from Ethics? An analysis of the Partnership between BP and the British Museum
On December 19, 2023, the British Museum announced that British Petroleum, the energy empire, would aid in funding the Museum’s redevelopment plan estimated to cost £1bn. Their £50 million donation marks the largest ever single-donation to the UK’s cultural sector. The British museum claims the “scale, complexity and importance” of the masterplan, “means it will…
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The First Monday in May: The Met Gala
Fashion is often the signifying mark of a decade’s history. That is why clothing and jewelry items are staples in museums, as the conservation and preservation of fashion piece together a narrative of the people that once lived their life in those garments. The Met Ball was founded in 1948 by fashion publicist, Eleanor Lambert,…
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Restitution, Provenance, and Apologia: A Case Study of the Repatriation Practices of The Met
Vital Terms Repatriation is the return of someone or something to their own country. Provenance is a record of ownership of a work of art or an antique, used as a guide to authenticity or quality. Restitution is the restoration of something lost or stolen to its proper owner. Apologia is a formal communication defense…