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The Symbolist Magic of Gustave Moreau
Through scenes of legendary heroes, biblical figures, and mythical beings, Moreau created a visionary world that profoundly influenced later Symbolist and modern artists.
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Sensuality through the Ages in THE TEMPLE OF VENUS
Richly illustrated and thoughtfully curated, it delves into themes of intimacy, passion, and the human connection, offering a profound reflection on the interplay between art and sensuality.
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Bitten by a dragonfly!
Émile Gallé was a leading artist of the Art noveau style and was able to put his love for insects, animals and flowers into vases, porcelain and furniture, to capture their beauty into usable objects, creating pieces of art at the same time. Starting from his childhood, Gallé developed an almost ecstatic love for mother nature. One of his favourite designs seemed to be the dragonfly, an insect so tiny and delicate, but it can also be a danger to your life…. Gallé, born 1846 in Nancy, started studying zoology, botanics and minerology, because he drew inspiration from observing nature while walking through the woods. Who could have anticipated, that…
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