A little taste of history one morsel at a time
Today on Museum Bites we’re celebrating Earth Day with a look at La Pêche (Fishing) by Thomas Wilmer Dewing. Awash in deep greens and blues, Dewing’s turn-of-the-century painting portrays a lush, dreamy scene, but these elegant ladies are far from casting a rod and reel. Let’s step inside and dig into the deeper meaning behind this lovely work of art. First, the details…
Today on Museum Bites we’re taking a closer look at a gorgeous glass vessel from the Eastern Roman Empire. Handcrafted in a rich purplish-blue, this colorful container reflects the shifting cultural landscape of the late Roman Empire. Let’s dig into the details, but first a brief history on glass and glassmaking…
Today on Museum Bites we’re embracing our inner whimsy with a tour through the Grand Rapids Art Museum (GRAM). Join me for a few bites of the GRAM’s fanciful delights including a rowdy jack o’lantern, a pulsing multi-colored pod, and a windswept treat. We begin with Adam…
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