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John Singer Sargent's 'Madame X' Painting Inspires Lauren Sánchez Bezos's Met Gala Attire
Lauren Sánchez Bezos drew inspiration from John Singer Sargent's painting 'Madame X' for her appearance at the Met Gala. Author Deborah Davis discussed the historical scandal associated with the painting in an interview with CNN. The painting, created in the 19th century, depicts…
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Infrared Analysis Reveals Hidden Elements in 18th-Century Painting of Stourhead Estate
Experts using infrared reflectography have uncovered a hidden horse-drawn carriage, figures, and a dog beneath an 18th-century oil painting titled 'Stourhead in its Infancy.' The discovery, part of a year-long restoration project by the National Trust, has led to a revised dating…