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This exploration delves into the luxurious jewelry adorned by Byzantine emperors and empresses, unraveling the symbolism woven into each gemstone, filigree detail, and enamel flourish. In the heart of the Byzantine Empire, a realm that bridged the ancient and medieval worlds, the regalia worn by emperors and empresses transcended mere ornamentation. Laden with regal gemstones, intricate filigree work, and vibrant enamels, Byzantine imperial jewelry
..."Jewels of the Incas" unveils the opulent world of ancient South American adornments, delving into the intricate craftsmanship, cultural symbolism, and spiritual significance of jewelry in Inca civilization. From gold and silver treasures to vibrant gemstone creations, the book explores how these precious ornaments reflected the social, religious, and artistic aspects of Inca society.
Within the pages of this guide you will find expert advice and step-by-step exercises from professional artists on how to draw people, animals, objects, landscapes and buildings, along with tips on the best kit to buy for the task. From human hands and feet, to fur, feathers and forests, let our team of experts help you to enhance your artwork and empower you to take on even the most challenging projects in no time. Pick up your pencil and let’s
...Our priority is to give artists a platform to be seen and to be heard. Our magazine shines the light on men and women doing marvelous things in the art and fashion industry and those with a touching and inspiring stories giving back to their community.
7) Reclaim
Reclaim celebrates creative and conscious homes and lifestyle, and how vintage, upcycled, preloved, salvage and eco can sing in and enhance your space. Every issue is brimming with inspiring home tours, artists, craftspeople and makers, original styling and design ideas, easy upcycling projects and expert insights from our family of columnists. As the significance of home transforms, Reclaim leads the way in giving you the power to renovate, decorate
...Australia’s No. 1 magazine for anyone with an interest in antiques, collectables and collecting in general. Each magazine is 116 pages crammed with features, news and collecting tips, with informative and interesting editorials, glossy colour illustrations and literally hundreds of items for sale from advertisers across Australia. Discover the world’s best antiques and collectables magazine!
How cat mania exploded in the early twentieth century, transforming cats from pests into beloved pets.
In 1900, Britain and America were in the grip of a cat craze. An animal that had for centuries been seen as a household servant or urban nuisance had now become an object of pride and deep affection. From presidential and royal families who imported exotic breeds to working-class men competing for cash prizes for the fattest tabby,
...This exploration delves into the aromatic tapestry of ancient Mesopotamia, unraveling the essential role of scents in the trade networks that thrived amidst the mud-brick cities and fertile riverbanks. In the ancient cradle of civilization, the land between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, known as Mesopotamia, scents played a pivotal and often overlooked role in the expansive trade networks that flourished among the Sumerians, Akkadians, Babylonians,
...In these pages, beloved author and illustrator Sophie Blackall has gathered a collection of joys for all of us—reminders that every day the sun comes up and new babies are born. She includes suggestions that you bake muffins for a friend, or draw...
Discover the life of Stan Lee—a story about creating your own adventures for kids ages 6 to 9
Stan Lee was a famous comic book writer, artist, editor, and publisher for Marvel Comics. Before he helped create heroes like the Incredible Hulk, Spider-Man, the X-Men, and Black Panther, Stan was an imaginative boy who spent hours reading all sorts of different stories and letting his thoughts run wild. These stories inspired
...Discover the life of Leonardo da Vinci—a story about uncovering new things for kids ages 6 to 9
Leonardo da Vinci was a famous artist and thinker. He created well-known paintings like the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper, and even had ideas for modern-day inventions like cars and contact lenses. Before he amazed the world with his creative mind, he was a bright kid who loved asking questions.
As a teenager, he studied
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