Royal Portraits
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Deco
The Artistic Tastes and Patronage of Marie-Antoinette
This article delves into the artistic preferences of Queen Marie-Antoinette, revealing her passion for precious objects …

Painting
A Critical Journey to Velázquez's Madrid
In this 1863 account, critic Charles Blanc travels to Madrid, drawn almost exclusively by the work of Diego Velázquez. H…