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The Enduring Beauty of Gold Leaf in Byzantine and Gothic Art

The brilliance of gold leaf has captivated artists and audiences for centuries. Its use in Byzantine and Gothic art is a…
A Dark Walk — Istanbul’s Basilica Cistern

The Basilica Cistern, is the largest of several hundred ancient cisterns that lie beneath the city of Istanbul (formerly Constantinople), Turkey.…
Iconoclasm: The Destruction of Art for Political Ends

Iconoclasm, the destruction of images and monuments, has been a powerful force throughout history. It is often used for political ends,…