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Exploring Wood Carving in Bruges

Posted on 26/04/2023Updated on 02/05/2023by David HowardCategories:Art

The art of wood carving has a long and rich history in the city of Bruges, Belgium, dating back to the Middle Ages. Today, visitors to the city can explore the many stunning examples of wood carvings that can be found throughout the city, including intricate furniture pieces, religious sculptures, and decorative panels.

Appreciation Of The Sculpture Of Gian Lorenzo Bernini

Posted on 15/03/2023Updated on 26/04/2023by David HowardCategories:Artists

Who was he to me? At started looking at Bernini’s work at the suggestion of a friend, and it became quite an exploration. I would describe his work a flamboyant, with its highly worked realistic style. I find the following extract from “The Art Story” useful to place his work in context: Bernini was also …
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