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The birth of impressionism
The Explainer Now iconic, the style of art characterised by airy colors and undefined brushstrokes was criticised in its early days
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The cultural fight over Michelangelo's David
Under the Radar Some in Italy are trying to stop what they consider 'debasing' use of the sculpture
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Francesca Woodman and Julia Margaret Cameron: experimental portrait photography
the week recommends Their careers are separated by time but joined by their shared interest in spectral, dream-like atmospheres
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The art world and motherhood: the end of a final taboo?
Talking Point Hettie Judah's new touring exhibition offers a 'riveting riposte' to old cliches
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Tropical Modernism: Architecture & Independence – rise and fall of unique design
the week recommends A 'nuanced' and 'scholarly' examination of European architecture across the 'late British empire'
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Angelica Kauffman: 'shrewd and entertaining' exhibition
the week recommends One of two female founders of the Royal Academy, time was 'not kind to her reputation'
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Best immersive experiences around the UK
The Week Recommends Enjoy a day out that's an all-embracing treat for the senses
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7 groundbreaking museum exhibitions to see this spring
The Week Recommends From the impressionists in Paris to Indigenous art in DC
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Geisha paparazzi: Kyoto's biggest headache
Under The Radar Tensions over tourists taking photographs of iconic Japanese women have reached 'boiling point'
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Sargent and Fashion: Tate Britain's new show 'spectacular' but 'myopic'
The Week Recommends The exhibition puts the artist's 'interest in and skill with fashion' in the spotlight
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Mexico City travel guide: art and design
The Week Recommends Modern vibrancy, design legacy and ancient heritage puts Mexico's jewel alongside other art capitals of the world
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How a graffiti-covered skyscraper became LA's newest landmark
Under the Radar Artists and daredevils have been drawn to the site
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Legion: life in the Roman army – one of 'the most powerful' British Museum exhibitions
The Week Recommends This 'gripping' new exhibition explores how Rome built its vast empire 'on military might'
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Rome's Colossus of Constantine
Why everyone's talking about British artist digitally reconstructs original from remaining fragments to create new statue of Roman emperor
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