How did Gothic art influence the modernists? An exhibition in Norway explores how artists like Dürer and Hans Holbein's ...

The Vatican may have been home to a series of 16 erotic frescos that were quickly turned into a booklet with accompanying ...

From the olive wreaths of Olympic champions to the gold crowns of Hellenistic aristocrats, wreaths have symbolized glory, ...

There’s a reassuring sense that even in the 14th century, there was a lot going on well outside the mainstream ...

You don't have to travel to the Tuscan countryside to stay in a lavish villa-inspired resort - this historic five-star hotel ...

Slowly unfurling after months of grey days and darkness, Europe’s cities are a joy to explore in spring. Temperatures are ...

“Gothic was an innovative, progressive architecture,” says Robert Bork, a professor of art history at the University ... which began in the late 14th century, introduced Flamboyant style.

From the behemoths to the hidden gems which offer a more authentic flavour of the capital away from the crowds.

March is a great time of year to explore Europe. With spring starting, there are plenty of activities and attractions to keep ...

A new exhibition at London's National Gallery hopes to shed light on artists in 14th Century Siena ... and by Maya Corry, a Renaissance expert from Oxford Brookes University to discuss the ...

From the Greek word kyanos translating to “dark blue impression,” the 19th century ... Museum of Art this past fall, which gathered masterpieces from the dawn of the Renaissance.

From colourful old towns to sleek modern skylines, this gallery showcases the world’s most beautiful cities, celebrated for their natural beauty, awe-inspiring architecture, iconic landmarks and rich ...