Art
“What-ho, Watteau!” by David Platzer
Jean-Antoine Watteau (1684–1721) was the most exquisite of Old Masters: he portrayed the melancholy…
The Critic’s Notebook | The New Criterion
Poetry: Daniel Mendelsohn. Photo courtesy of the 92nd Street Y. Daniel Mendelsohn in conversation…
Sabo's story: Guerrilla street artist opens up in…
Michelle Obama as a Manson girl. Celeb pro-choicer Miley Cyrus eating a fetus. Joe Biden suiting up…
“The poet apostles of Cézanne,” by Harry Cluff
When he was asked how Paul Cézanne influenced his work, Picasso declared: “He is the father of us…
Why Transhumanists Like Elon Musk Can Never Be…
Humanity is so much more than a 'biological bootloader.' Source link
“Van Gogh’s loneliness,” by Laura Sheahen
“You once said to me that I would always be isolated,” wrote Vincent van Gogh to his brother Theo in…
Week in review
Recent stories of note: “‘Edvard Munch: Technically Speaking’ Review: Classic Themes, Vibrant…
Beauty in Art as Food for the Soul
Five years ago, I picked up my sister Rita at the Kansas City airport. As we were driving away, I…
Sculptures that Enhance Your Experience at Mass
Before every Mass, it is appropriate, even necessary, for me to spend time preparing to approach…
How modern art became a freak show — and why only God…
I was in college when I was first introduced to modern art. I don’t remember which museum I was…
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