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ethiopian art
An intro to Ethiopian Art through the 16th century, to set you on a path for your own research.
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the silk road(s)
Over the past century or two, the concept we’ve come to call “the silk road” has taken on a romantic haze which obscures truth. Here are some of the most popular myths, and some truths modern historians suggest instead. Myth: They called it the silk road. The truth: It’s a modern term, only applied in…
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gleaning style
The concept of art historical “style” is a shaky proposition, but in order to emulate a piece of art, you do need to be able to parse it—a skill which takes time. Here is one approach to help.
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insular
A group of styles generally associated with the British Isles around 600–900 CE. Depending on the speaker this could mean styles specifically from the sections associated with the Irish church, or it could mean anywhere in the archipelago, England included. For the purposes of quick introductions and clarity of style, this site will separate them…
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early medieval english
A parade of styles in the sections of England under the purview of the church in Rome, ranging from about the 6th century to about the late 11th.
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the maqāmāt al-hariri
Looking for a useful source to illustrate a moment of 13th century Arabic life? Interested in how artists of different times and places chose to illustrate the same moments differently? Let’s talk about the Maqāmāt Al-Hariri.
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leaves of dioscorides
Dioscorides’ De Materia Medica was a medical reference of note for more than 1,500. Its manuscripts were not only a wealth of pharmacological knowledge, but also clues to the cultures who made them. Follow the story.
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introducing iberia
Visigoths, Al Andalus, and so much more. Let’s explore the art of a peninsula that blossoms with oranges and interaction.
