During the Victorian era ( 1837-1901), a practice called floriography became famous. It was the art of giving flowers with special meanings.

As people celebrate the beginning of the new Chinese lunar year, the Year of the Snake, what do snakes symbolize in mythology?

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During the Victorian era, the concept of floriography—the language of flowers—gained popularity. People would send roses to ...

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As Valentine’s Day approaches, brands all over the world lean into these timeless symbols of love: hearts, flowers, vibrant ...

Kassia St Clair on the myth and magic behind the most lustrous of fabrics – and how to bring its luxury to a modern interior.

Edward Boccia was an influential American Expressionist in his lifetime. Now, a New York exhibition sheds light on his ...

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Like several forms of expression, booing originated in Ancient Greece in the theater, as a means to express dissatisfaction ...

From mythical guardians to symbols of transformation and terror, the snake has slithered its way into the annals of art ...

Ancient Greek vase painting is fascinating, fun, and with few tricks, easy to enjoy. The unique paintings on ancient Greek pottery are like letters from the past. They allow us to learn from the past ...