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Judy Chicago’s "The Dinner Party" honors 39 women from history with a bold, feminist installation featuring intricate place settings and vulvar motifs.
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Explore how the Sistine Chapel evolved from a private sacred space to a global cultural landmark, shaped by history, art, and shifting perspectives.
Provenance traces an artwork's ownership history, revealing its origins, authenticity, and cultural significance in the art world.
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Kenne Gregoire’s hyper-realistic surrealism blends unsettling details with modern themes, pushing boundaries and redefining surrealist art today.
Gustave Caillebotte's Impressionist art, focusing on realistic male figures in mundane moments, sparks debate on his legacy and potential queerness.
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