These late medieval frescoes had been hidden beneath a layer of plaster for nearly 300 years in one of the oldest buildings at Cambridge University. The artwork, which celebrates the…

It’s a well-known fact that famous artists often had large groups of students who assisted them in creating their masterpieces. Therefore, this news is noteworthy not just because of the…

Leonardo da Vinci is well-known for his experiments with the substances used in the ground and base composition of paints. A new discovery by scientists has focused on identifying a…

American jeweler and luxury designer Jay Strongwater (born 1960) has been creating beauty for over forty years. He lives in a world of luxurious fetishes: jewelry, figurines, furniture, mirrors, frames,…

Through his own example, artist-dollmaker Noel Cruz has shown how to transform an unhappy life into a fairy tale and share it with others. He grew up in a large…

A pair of psychologists from Chicago discovered that most people tend to remember the same artworks from those they are shown. Trent Davis and Wilma Bainbridge conducted three types of…

The Sistine Chapel, located in Vatican City, was constructed between 1473 and 1481. Many renowned artists of the time, including Sandro Botticelli, were invited to contribute to its frescoes, but…

Once, at the dawn of her creative journey, American Carol Long chose a technologically intricate yet rewarding medium for self-expression: ceramics. And she has never regretted her decision. It was…

Thanks to advancements in cutting-edge technology, scientists now find it easier to hunt for unexpected surprises in the chemical composition of “The Night Watch” (1642). Recently, a team of researchers…

Every year, throngs of visitors flock to the Mauritshuis Museum in The Hague, Netherlands, to admire the masterpiece of Jan Vermeer. Now, art enthusiasts have the chance to become co-creators…

German photographer Uli Westphal has spent several years not only as an artist but also as a researcher. Each time he strolled through the street markets of Berlin, he was…

This piece by French artist Henri Matisse, one of the most prominent figures of the Fauvism movement, was first displayed in 1961 at the Museum of Modern Art in New…

In 1976, this hit by ABBA soared to the top of the UK charts, where it remained for six weeks. This song is considered one of the best and most…

Since the late 1960s, American artist Dale Chihuly has been immersed in the art of glassblowing. His delicate masterpieces—vibrant, dynamic, and filled with light—can be seen at exhibitions across the…

This fascinating biography tells the story of how a “struggling elementary school student,” who lost his mother at the age of eight, compensated for his lack of knowledge at two…

Beloved by women and respected by men, he gifted his Oscar to a friend’s son, healed from the loss of love through war, never gave autographs, avoided “societal servitude,” and…

“God in a Pink Suit” is a unique phenomenon of the American stage. Elvis Presley’s rock and roll emerged as a cultural alternative filled with dancing, fun, and eroticism, becoming…

Many chapters of the life of John Lennon, the founder, co-author, vocalist, and guitarist of the extraordinary band The Beatles, which opened the doors to British rock, have been documented…

A creative businessman who introduced innovative approaches to the art of commerce built his renowned tea empire while already being a well-known millionaire. Hailing from the impoverished neighborhood of Glasgow,…

Frank Sinatra, the beloved singer of several generations of Americans, navigated his path in such a way that its conclusion was deemed a metaphorical “end of the 20th century.” Fascinating…

One of the brightest personalities in modern sports has become a popular brand, a symbol of resilience and unwavering success. Thanks to his driving skills and fearlessness behind the wheel,…

Clint Eastwood’s first appearance on screen, 70 years ago, wasn’t even credited. It was his role as the “Man with No Name” that transformed him into a “star actor,” leading…

This creative “workshop” turned writing into a production line, branding his work alongside other authors. In crafting his historical adventure novels, plays, travel stories, and cookbooks, the creator of “The…

Why did the winner of France’s national film award and the Venice and Berlin Film Festival prizes struggle to make a career in Hollywood, and why did he choose not…

“The resources of youth are intellect, talent, and creativity,” insists the actress, who continues to dazzle on glamorous red carpets. “If you learn to harness this source, you can truly…

Jacqueline Kennedy served as the First Lady of the United States from 1961 to 1963 during the presidency of her husband, John F. Kennedy. In that brief time, she made…

Virginia di Castiglione (1837-1899) would have been better off being born a century later, or even 150 years later. In that case, her talent for modeling and her desire for…

The world owes a debt of gratitude to the author of nearly eight hundred inventions in the field of electrical and radio engineering for the second (technological) phase of the…

“You just need to grow up, and a merciful God will leave you to your own devices,” – this metaphorical phrase from the writer and pilot may hold the key…

The true name of the founder of ancient Chinese philosophical thought is Kong Qiu, but his students knew him as Kongzi or Kong Fuzi, which means “Master Kong.” By the…

Contemporaries described the author of the famous “Kiss” as “primitive yet sophisticated, simple yet complex, but always inspired.” This characterization by his acquaintance, journalist Bertha Zuckerhandl, can be considered objective,…

Since the mid-20th century, the glamorous figure of Eva Perón in Christian Dior attire has stood as a symbol of leftist ideals in South America, alongside the fiery “eternal revolutionary”…

Three hundred years ago, a German philosopher was born who provided answers to the fundamental questions of existence: What can I know? What should I do? What can I hope…

For a third of his life, the notorious French aristocrat and free thinker, who miraculously escaped the guillotine twice, spent his days in prisons and asylums. A rebel, radical, and…

The story of a former stockbroker who traded the hustle and bustle of city life for the imagined tranquility of tropical islands serves as a precursor to downshifting—a conscious rejection…

O. Henry, with his characteristic humor, once advised: “The art of storytelling is to conceal everything that people are eager to know until your cherished views on unrelated matters are…

The scandalous fate of the former shepherdess, who skillfully managed her natural “capital,” has inspired numerous works, including three historical novels by Alexandre Dumas. Rising from poverty through her feminine…

The holder of an honorary doctorate was no “ordinary storyteller.” Among the accolades of this member of the Royal Literary Society and foreign member of the Academy of Moral and…

The twists of fate and the tragic end of the 37-year-old outcast with an easel have added a unique value to his most cherished legacy in the world. After his…

In the complex persona of a man whose name has become synonymous with the archetype of the lover-hero, the “sensual role” was a primary, though not the only, facet of…

With 26 Oscars, Walt Disney holds the record for the most Academy Awards won by a single individual. His life can be summed up by his own words: “The hardest…

The era of the High Renaissance came to a close with the remarkable Italian painter and architect, Raphael Santi. He was one of the three titans of this period, alongside…

Freddie Mercury, the 45-year-old frontman of Queen, passed away from pneumonia related to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome on November 24, 1991—just one day after publicly announcing his illness, which he had…

The contributions of the founder of experimental physics to science have propelled human progress, but they came at a personal cost of repression. The ruling church perceived the scientist’s stance…

The allure of art prevented the future fashion designer from completing his studies at the Institute of Political Studies, but it helped him conquer the world of high fashion after…

She transformed opera into dramatic theater, and the girl who had avoided mirrors since childhood became a model of aristocratic taste that captivated millionaires. “I didn’t have my own face;…

One of the world’s most popular authors has surpassed even the legendary fairy tale writer Hans Christian Andersen in terms of publication numbers. This uniquely fated writer burst onto the…