Títulos en Arte

In this landmark study of Italy from the 14th through the early 16th centuries, Swiss historian Jacob Burckhardt chronicles the rise of Florence and Venice as powerful city-states, the breakup of the medieval worldview that came with the rediscovery of Greek and Roman culture, and the new emphasis on the role of the individual. All these, Burckhardt explains, went hand in hand with the explorations of science and the more naturalistic depiction of the world in art and literature.

Existen al menos cinco referencias históricas reales que certifican la existencia de un retrato femenino de manos de Leonardo da Vinci. Un encargo que, al parecer, nunca entregó. Sin embargo, a la hora de identificar a la modelo de la Gioconda, las palabras de Agostino Vespucci, Antonio de Beatis, Giorgio Vasari, Cassiano dal Pozzo y el Anónimo Gaddiano no coinciden.

La arquitectura del noroeste comprende las zonas de Galicia, Asturias, León, Zamora, Salamanca y Cáceres. Esta división es puramente convencional, pero no refleja una auténtica división de estilo con respecto a las anteriores (pirenaica y castellana). Sin embargo, se puede observar cierto...

Entendemos por arquitectura barroca un estilo de construcción y decoración característico, que comienza a instalarse en Europa a finales del siglo XVI y perdura sin trascendentales variaciones hasta la segunda mitad del XVIII. El siglo clave, pues, del arte barroco es el XVII. Las fronteras...

The Wardrobe Project is your guide to gently shifting your spending habits and finding confidence within yourself instead of searching for it on a rack. It might even tempt you to take on the no-buy challenge as you discover your inner brilliance, without the need to add to cart.

A lo largo de más de setenta años de actividad creadora, es decir, durante todo el período de desarrollo del arte actual, Pablo Picasso ha sido el centro de la vida artística de su tiempo. Nunca ha seguido reglas ni normas determinadas. Para él, el arte ha sido siempre una aventura en busca...

El siglo XVIII es un período estéril de la pintura española, salvo la gran figura de Goya, el "monstruo", que va a llenar con su obra genial un gran vacío de cien años. Este hecho, repetido y confirmado por cien autores diferentes, es un poco extraño y hubiera debido despertar la...

Habitan este libro personajes con destinos ambliopes. Creadores que en un arrebato de lucidez demencia deciden renunciar, abandonarse a la contingencia para poner su vida, cuerpo y trabajo, en un espacio de indeterminación. Este libro recoge las pruebas de una irrefutable propensión al absurdo...

Joining us at Audible Studios is performance artist, writer and theatre maker, Travis Alabanza. Following the incredible success of their award-winning debut work, Burgerz, Alabanza has continued to create performance and discourse about trans and black identities. Their theatre show Overflow, which premiered at The Bush theatre, was shortlisted for the George Devine Award, and has been met with critical acclaim. Their writing appears in The Guardian and Vice, and has been published in anthologies such as Black and Gay in the UK.

Giedroyc grew up in Leatherhead and attended Trinity College, Cambridge, becoming a member of the Footlights comedy club. Starting her career alongside Sue Perkins, the duo became the household names of Mel and Sue, known for their baking puns as presenters of The Great British Bake Off, following their stint presenting Light Lunch.

The last book that Woolf saw to publication in 1940, this stunning biography charts Fry’s early years and education, through to his prominent role in pioneering Post-Impressionism in Britain and the legacy he left behind. Woolf elegantly explores Fry’s intellectual pursuits and artistic philosophy, offering great insight into his exhibitions and literary endeavours. She also paints a nuanced and candid portrait of the man behind the artist, delving into Fry’s relationships and personal demons, creating a poignant tribute to the deeply sensitive and complex soul that Woolf came to know.

Era necesario un capítulo intermedio para ilustrar el período de transición entre el Gótico y el Renacimiento. El título de este capítulo abunda en la terminología ampliamente aceptada de arquitectura "isabelina" y "plateresca". Se trata de presentar los últimos esplendores del gótico...

Sampoorn Vaastushaastra praacheen vaastukala ko lekar likhee gayee pahalee pustak hai, jismein bhavan-sthaapaty kala par vistrit chintan kiya gaya hai. Naye makaan ka pravesh dvaar kidhar ho? Dhaarvedh kise kahate hain, Kitne prakaar ke hote hain? Bhavan mein jal (watar-tank) sthaan kahaan, kidhar hona chaahiye? Paakshaala (Kitchen) mein agni sthaan (Fire-spot) kahaan ho? Shayan kaksh (bed-room) kis disha mein hona chaahiye taaki shayankartta ko bharpoor neend aa sake.

Cosa può fare un povero e annoiato latitante in un piccolo appartamento, obbligato a convivere con un altro mafioso, un orsacchiotto di peluche e una bambola gonfiabile? Si dà al cinema e decide di registrare delle critiche su alcuni film, per metterle in rete. Tutti i classici del cinema visti attraverso gli occhi perfidi e ingenui di un maldestro latitante. Le sue esilaranti reinterpretazioni di "Psyco", "La finestra sul cortile", "L'esorcista", "Taxi Driver", "Apocalypse Now", "ET", "Blade Runner", "Titanic", "Kill Bill", "Django Unchained" e tanti altri.

Das bekannteste Interviewmagazin Deutschlands porträtiert Menschen aus Kunst, Kultur, Gesellschaft und Politik. Ganz egal, ob schon bekannt oder noch nicht, GALORE spricht mit jenen, die etwas Besonderes zu erzählen haben. Im "GALORE. Interviews"-Podcast kommen Künstler, Prominente, Experten und ganz normale Menschen zu Wort. "GALORE. Interviews" sind mehr als eine Momentaufnahme. Die Gastgeber verstehen die Kunst, eine Unterhaltung auch mal laufen zu lassen.

Women Don't Owe You Pretty is the ultimate audiobook for anyone who wants to challenge the out-dated narratives supplied to us by the patriarchy. Through Florence's story, you will learn how to protect your energy, discover that you are the love of your own life and realise that today is a wonderful day to dump them.

Una ladrona de arte construye un museo con una colección de obras creadas por artistas colombianas. Angélica Ávila se aleja de los lugares comunes de los textos sobre arte y explora los límites de la contemplación: observa, describe e interpreta. En el Museo voraz, una obra puede evocar un recuerdo íntimo o un deseo oculto, puede dar ganas de comer una fruta o de escribir un poema.

"100 Quotes by Paul Valéry" is a collection of thoughts, witticisms, and observations by one of France’s greatest poets. Packed with dry, pithy, and often-touching sayings about subjects such as art, music, letters, and writing, it puts his singular approach to life, front and centre. A superb book for a leisurely browse, this is a welcome addition to any library or coffee table. Although born in Sète, Paul Valéry (1871 – 1945) was raised and educated in Montpellier.

"100 Quotes by Molière" is a compendium of thoughts and observations by one of the greatest minds of 17th-century France. Often witty, sometimes sharp, and occasionally touching, readers will find themselves getting a sneak peek inside Molière’s mind. A superb read, "100 Quotes by Molière" is ideal for those with an interest in theatre and a wonderful book for dipping in and out of. One of France’s greatest dramatists, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin (1622 – 1673), better known by his stage name, Molière, was born in Paris.

"100 Quotes by Jean Racine" uncovers one of the greatest playwrights of 17th-century France. Famous for the works of "Phèdre", "Andromaque", and "Athalie", Racine’s writings are renowned for their beauty, elegance, and style. Peppered with psychological insight, his quotes invite readers to peek behind the scenes at one of Europe’s most celebrated dramatists - and thinkers - of the age. An ideal book for dipping in and out of, these quotes will provide any reader with food for thought and the tools with which to spark an interesting conversation.