Descifrando el simbolismo detrás del famoso ‘Matrimonio Arnolfini’ de Jan van Eyck

Jan Van Eyck, Retrato de Giovanni Arnolfini y su esposa, 1434. Aqui exploraremos como nacio la obra maestra de Van Eyck, asi como algunos de sus simbolos expertamente colocados. El Renacimiento nordico y Jan van Eyck Jan Van Eyck, Autorretrato, 1433. Jan Van Eyck, “Retrato de Giovanni Arnolfini y su esposa”, 1434. (Foto: National Gallery víaWikimedia Commons[dominio público]) Jan van Eyck y Hubert van Eyck, Politpico de Gante, 1432. (Foto: Dominio publico)...

August 9, 2020 · 1 min · 200 words · Misty Porter

Discarded Skateboards Are Given New Life as Colorful Creative Products

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. yo readour disclosurefor more info. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. Brothers Adrian and Martinus Pool are the artists behind the Canadian design studioAdrian Martinus. Together, they give discarded skateboards a second chance at life by repurposing them as sustainable home decor....

August 9, 2020 · 1 min · 148 words · Danielle Schroeder

How to Decipher the Symbolism in Jan van Eyck’s Famous ‘Arnolfini Portrait’

Jan Van Eyck, The Arnolfini Portrait, 1434. However, there is more to the masterpiece than its rich color palette. Hidden in the design are layers of iconography that help to tell the story of the couple depicted. Jan Van Eyck, “The Arnolfini Portrait,” 1434. (Photo: National Gallery viaWikimedia Commons[Public Domain]) The Northern Renaissance and Jan van Eyck Jan Van Eyck, Self-Portrait, 1433. Like its Southern counterpart, this period also emphasized realism but with a focus on painting and printmaking....

August 9, 2020 · 2 min · 222 words · Amy Chavez

Las “ventanas de vino” usadas durante la peste vuelven a ponerse de moda en Florencia

Ahora, en Florencia, muchos han aprovechado un invento antiguo para cuidar de todos. Por lo tanto, solo estaba permitido vender comida a domicilio o, en algunos casos, para llevar. En Florencia, la heladeria Vivoli usa su ventana de vinos para servir helados y cafe a sus clientes. Foto: Vivoli Desde esta pequena abertura, reparten copas de vino y cocteles spritz a las masas. El uso de estas ventanas de vino habla de la resiliencia y adaptabilidad de los italianos....

August 9, 2020 · 1 min · 125 words · Kimberly Moon

Los trajes de los bomberos japoneses del siglo XIX contenían escenas increíbles en su interior

Los trajes tenian muchos propositos. Esta peligrosa estrategia de lucha contra el fuego era necesaria antes de que existieran las mangueras modernas. Criticos para la supervivencia de cualquier ciudad, los bomberos eran reverenciados por su fuerza y valentia. Foto:Wikimedia Commons(dominio público) La creacion de un solo abrigo podia llevar semanas. El traje se tenia entonces usando el metodotsutsugaki. Al repetirse, el metodo permite la creacion de disenos complejos. Foto:Wikimedia Commons(dominio público)...

August 9, 2020 · 1 min · 164 words · John Chapman

Photographer Captures Sight of a Rare Comet That Only Appears Every 6,800 Years

Photographer Dan Zafra fromCapture the Atlasis used to traveling to exotic locations to capture his imagery. This made it the perfect weekend getaway for Zafra, who is known for hisastrophotography. As one of the Adirondack High Peaks, the mountain gave them crystal clear views of the sky. Zafra took advantage of the moment and photographed the Milky Way over the picturesque environment. The opportunity for astrophotography continued as Zafra was also in the area for the Neowise Comet viewing....

August 9, 2020 · 1 min · 146 words · Andrew Williams

Unearthing the Importance of the Life-Sized Terracotta Warriors

Discovery For centuries, Qin Shi Huang’s massive mausoleum remained undetected. However, in 1974, workers stumbled upon a large sculpture of a terracotta warrior while digging a well. Then, after being fired in the kiln, these various completed parts were assembled into one figure. The Terracotta Army or the “Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses” buried in the pits next to the Qin Shi Huang’s tomb, Xi’an China (Photo:Cezary WojtkowskiviaShutterstockRoyalty-free stock photo)...

August 9, 2020 · 1 min · 193 words · Kimberly Rodriguez MD

5 Famous Allegorical Paintings That Carry Hidden Meanings Waiting to Be Discovered

An Allegory by Sandro Botticelli, 1488 1552. An allegory is like a hidden meaning, waiting to be discovered by the viewer. An allegorical painting might include figures that personify different emotions, such as envy or love. “An Allegory” by Sandro Botticelli, 1488 – 1552. (Photo:Wikimedia Commons[Public Domain]) Religious symbols are often portrayed as a dove, a flower, or a ray of light. In figurative art, allegorical subjects were frequently painted from the Renaissance until the mid-1800s....

August 8, 2020 · 2 min · 238 words · Robert Oneill

5 Pinturas alegóricas famosas con significados ocultos que esperan ser descubiertos

Una alegoria por Sandro Botticelli, 1488 1552. Una alegoria es como un significado oculto, a la espera de ser descubierto por el espectador. Una pintura alegorica puede incluir figuras que personifican diferentes emociones, como la envidia o el amor. “Una alegoría” por Sandro Botticelli, 1488 – 1552. (Foto:Wikimedia Commons[Dominio público]) Los simbolos religiosos a menudo se representan como una paloma, una flor o un rayo de luz. Y debido a que pueden ser subjetivos, sus significados a menudo despiertan multiples interpretaciones....

August 8, 2020 · 2 min · 225 words · Jessica Adams

Illustrator Documents the Things She Discovers During Her Outdoor Adventures

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. yo readour disclosurefor more info. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. Many artists find inspiration in the diverse beauty of the environment. UK-based illustratorJo Browndocuments the discoveries she makes during outdoor excursions in her colorfulNature Journals....

August 8, 2020 · 1 min · 187 words · Jacob Hickman

La nueva cámara compacta de Kodak te permite imprimir tus fotos instantáneamente

Este articulo puede contener links de afiliados. Si realizas una compra, My Modern Met puede obtener una comision. Por favor lee nuestradivulgacion de afiliadospara mayor informacion. Este artículo puede contener links de afiliados. Si realizas una compra, My Modern Met puede obtener una comisión. Por favor lee nuestradivulgación de afiliadospara mayor información. Solo levanta el visor para encenderla y elige un modo de fotografia. Despues, apunta, dispara y espera a que se imprima tu foto....

August 8, 2020 · 1 min · 165 words · Brooke Wiley

Photographer Finds 120-Year-Old Cat Photos After Developing Film Found in a Time Capsule

Time capsules are part of a beloved tradition dating back thousands of years. Designed to connect the past to present civilizations, they come in many shapes and forms. They are fragmented messages or echoes from the past that call out to the hearts of future generations. The box also included something particularly fascinating and mesmerizing to Stern: two glass plate negatives. Stern carefully executes this vintage photography project with gentle handling of the prints and some patience....

August 8, 2020 · 1 min · 137 words · Brianna Pennington

Conoce la curiosa (y un tanto controvertida) historia detrás del ‘Juicio Final’ de Miguel Ángel

El Juicio Final' de Miguel Angel, 1536-1541. Las obras comenzaron en 153 y finalizaron en 1541, cuando Miguel Angel tenia 67 anos. Con el tiempo, la version de Miguel Angel sobre el tema se ha convertido en un icono. El Juicio Final' de Miguel Ángel, 1536-1541. (Foto: Dominio público víaWikipedia) En el fresco, vemos mas de 300 figuras pintadas magistralmente para contar esta historia. Con una musculatura impresionante, este Cristo es una figura imponente....

August 7, 2020 · 3 min · 433 words · Samuel Gardner