Why babies in medieval paintings look ugly
We usually think that babies are little cute chubby-cheeked creatures. And that’s true even in art. Well except in Medieval art apparently …
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December 28, 2023
Gentile da Fabriano – Adoration of the Magi
To celebrate another Christmas together I decided to tell you a story that we can read on this beautiful Adoration of the Magi. And no matter if you are Catholic or not, the scene contains a deep meaning that goes beyond religion and faith
December 23, 2022
Romanesque: Christus Triumphans
Today I want to talk about this really old crucifix. It is actually the oldest painted crucifix known, but that's not the only thing that makes it special.
March 8, 2021
Romanesque – Introduction
Today we are going to start a new journey discovering a style that had a very important artistic role during the Middle ages: the Romanesque
February 16, 2021
Gothic: the Belle-Verrière Window
Stained Glasses' beauty Today we are going to discover another beautiful feature of Gothic thanks…
September 29, 2020
Gothic – Introduction
The Gothic! Today I am going to introduce one of the most enigmatic art styles:…
September 15, 2020