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Tag Archives: Mediterranean

Ink, Silk, and Gold: The Regions

by , in Education

Aug

22

In the cities of Cairo, Aleppo, and Damascus, architecture and art flourished under the patronage of Mamluk rulers (1250 – 1517) made rich by trade. Elaborate lamps, pulpits, and stands holding Qur’an manuscripts were present in mosques and tombs. Many ornate objects made from brass heavily inlaid with silver and copper, were used at court.

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Top 10 Facts About the Ancient Etruscans

by , in Art

Oct

15

This series will highlight 10 quick and easy facts about different cultures, artistic movements, and stylistic periods. Stay tuned for the next list in the series!

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In the Gallery: Beggars Gambling by Pieter Verelst

by , Director of Art Education in Art, Education

Jul

16

The Verelst family was something of an artistic dynasty. Pieter Harmensz Verelst was born in Dordrecht around 1618. In 1656, the artist…

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In the Gallery: Etruscan – Mirror

by , in Art

Apr

03

Etruscan civilization flourished in Italy from the ninth to the first century B.C. when the Etruscans were integrated into the Roman Empire. Little is known about their culture including their origin, and their language is …

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What’s Blooming? Rosemary!

by , Director of Art Education in Gardens

Jan

26

Rosemary is a woody, perennial herb with fragrant, evergreen, needle-like leaves and white, pink, purple or blue flowers, native to the Mediterranean region. The name “rosemary” derives from…

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