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5 Ferocious Art World Rivalries
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Grudge matches can be found in every corner of the world, including the art world. Here are five rivalries that continued for years.
Can You Match These Famous Artists to Their Paintings?
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Are you an art expert? Do you know the difference between Monet and Manet? Can you tell a Jackson Pollock painting from a Picasso? If you can match the master to the masterpiece, you're going to ace this quiz!
12 WPA Projects that Still Exist
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WPA projects spanned from New York to California, and many still exist today. Find out about 12 WPA projects that can still be found.
Can You Name All 40 Famous Pieces of Sculpture in This Quiz?
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From Michelangelo to Louise Bourgeois, sculpture has evolved a lot over the years. Do you think you can tell the Michelangelos from the Donatellos, the Duchamps from the Saint Phalles? Take the quiz to find out!
How the Terracotta Army Works
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The Terracotta Army was commissioned under Emperor Qin as protection for the afterlife. Learn why the Terracotta Army isn't as unique as it is massive.
Murder! Money! Power! Art! Meet the Medici Family
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This wealthy banking dynasty of Florence rubbed shoulders with Michelangelo, Botticelli and Galileo. How did they get so wealthy and powerful? And how did they lose it all?
10 Reasonably Safe Alternative Investments
10 reasonably safe alternative investments are explained in this article by HowStuffWorks.com. Check out these investments that could make you breathe a little easier.
How Illustration Works
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Greg and Tim Hildebrandt's famous illustrations shaped how countless other artists envisioned Tolkien's world. Learn all about the remarkable process that leads to these amazing paintings.
How Frank Lloyd Wright Worked
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Frank Lloyd Wright likely is best known for his architectural stylings and his eye for detail. But there was much more to the man: He liked fast cars, he loved women and he drew inspiration from Japanese art. How did that translate to his architecture?
The Paris Landmarks Quiz
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The City of Lights draws millions of visitors each year who flock to Paris' museums, monuments and architectural marvels. Take our quiz to see how much you know about the most popular Paris landmarks!