A fantastic creation from the Canadian artist Leopold Foulem. A recipient of the Order of Canada, he is a master in ceramics with a profound knowledge of the history of art. His approach to his art is full of humour and provocation, and invitation to co… https://t.co/k0Sn6L8L2p
A beautiful inspiration for my project, Chinese Bird Design tapestry.
Birds have special meaning in Chinese art and their symbols are complex. For instance the crane is a symbol for longevity whereas the peacock, of dignity and beauty. Looking beyond t… https://t.co/LojQwFKaP4
- The Broken Kilometer by Walter de Maria is an astonishing work. Time seems to stand still when one experiences Walter de Maria’s art. They are magical... This particular one has been on display at the Dia Art in NY since it was created in 1979, and it… https://t.co/XCFrn52cum
The Chandeliers rise again.
The story behind the world famous Metropolitan Opera House chandeliers is an interesting one. Their shape was inspired by an accident, a splash of white paint onto Tad Leski ( of Harrison & Abramovitz) sketch, minutes before … https://t.co/Eu8nfM1aYq
Cai Guo-Qiang - City of Flowers in the Sky
Inspired by Boticelli’s Renaissance masterpiece Primavera, the art work was a generous gift from the artist to the city of Florence. For about 10 minutes, the sky of Florence was lit by a “ city of flowers.”
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