Gold—as a medium and a color—has held significance throughout human history. It is often used to represent the apex of beauty, honor, joy, ritual, spirituality, success, and wealth.

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In September 2021 Jesse Locker, a professor of art history at Portland State University, published an article in Apollo confirming the discovery of a long-lost painting by Artemisia Gentileschi.

The French luxury house brought back the collection, particularly loved by art and Y2K afficionados, with a campaign starring Zendaya. See the coolest pieces and find out how to shop the collaboration ...

Review: Fabric Presents Laurent Garnier is a remarkable 4xCD compilation that captures the legendary French DJs unmatched knack for selecting the finest in deep techno and house. With over 35 years in ...

"Babar" author Laurent de Brunhoff, who revived his father's popular picture book series about an elephant-king and presided over its rise to a global, multimedia franchise, has died. He was 98.

Today, these two hues clad a Classic Traveller by Laurent Ferrier for a wholly unique piece designed especially for Art in Time. The dial features an unusual map projection centred on the Norwegian ...