Florence
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Il Duomo, Florence: Masterpiece of Renaissance Architecture
Florence, often called the cradle of the Renaissance, is a city that overflows with artistic, architectural, and cultural treasures. Among its…
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Architectural Gem: Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Milan
When you think of Milan, a few things probably come to mind—fashion, art, and architecture. Right at the heart of this…
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How to Easily Incorporate Art History into Your Homeschool Curriculum
Incorporating art history into your homeschool curriculum may seem like an overwhelming task. Maybe you’re not an art expert, or you…
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Rooftops of Florence
Florence is known as the “cradle of the Renaissance” (la culla del Rinascimento) for its monuments, churches, and buildings. The best-known…
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Inspiration: “La Reine Clothilde,” by Thomas Cooper Gotch
In Newlyn, he founded the Newlyn Industrial Classes, where the local youth could learn arts & crafts. He also helped to set…
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Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze: A Legacy of Art
The Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze stands as one of the most prestigious art institutions in Italy, embodying centuries of…
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Biography: Giambologna
Giambologna, born as Jean Boulogne on 1529 in Douai, Flanders (now part of France), and later known as Giovanni da Bologna…