Artists have long been inspired by the beauty and diversity of the animal kingdom throughout history and have captured the souls of both wild and domesticated creatures on canvas. While not every attempt has been a masterpiece, the allure of animal subjects endures. Let us take you on a fascinating journey through the annals of art history as we look at some of the most stunning animal paintings that have withstood the test of time.
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Not Many Know About James Audubon’s Mammal Paintings...
Not many know that John James Audubon painted mammals, too.
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These Delicate Flower Paintings Will Soothe Your Soul
Watch this talented artist creating real masterpieces in this video tutorial. She manages to portray the delicate, yet bright and beautiful nature of flowers so well.
These Vintage Bird Illustrations are Charming & Beautiful
Here is a look at 20 gorgeous paintings by the celebrated nature artist John James Audubon’s seminal book 'Birds of America'
17 Charming Artworks and Famous Paintings of Winslow Homer
In this post, you can take a closer look at some of the best paintings and artworks by noted American painter Winslow Homer.
European Cities Serve as a Stunning Backdrop in This Art
Take a look at how Igor Dubovoy captures the romantic beauty of European cities in his splendid works of art.
These Were Photographs Before Cameras Were Invented
Watch some rare, unseen watercolors of the old world before the invention of the camera.
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This Cello Music is Going to Uplift You Straight to Heaven
A classic song meets the classic treatment. A beautiful cello performance by 2cellos.
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This Genius Magician Just Lost Control of His Legs!
This French illusionist totally took me by a surprise! This is a visual display of uncanny excellence and mystery.
The Most Beautiful Stained-Glass Pieces You Will Ever See
Synonymous with luxury and fame, his works are scattered everywhere in the U.S.: from the White House to, quite possibly, your nightstand.
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You Have Never Heard Drums Played This Beautifully Before
Listen to these drums play in this incredible performance.
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Have You Ever Seen the Incredible Dance of 1000 Hands?
This Chinese dance requires 63 people to perform, and it's amazing!
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Unbelievable! These Acrobatic Feats Will Blow You Away!
This team of highly skilled acrobats were brought in to celebrate Chinese New Year and truly leave you awestruck!
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André Rieu Joins Forces With ABBA to Amaze and Delight You
What do you get when you join Abba and one of the best classical musicians? A darn good show!
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This 18th-Century Automaton Is a True Art Masterpiece!
Queen Marie Antoinette's Automaton is one of the most intricate and beautiful automaton's in existence! Watch and listen to it play...
Well-Timed Photos That Prove Coincidences are Real
Perfect-timing is the name of the game for these photographers, who captured these moments just in the nick of time.
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A Magical Moment of Pure Music For You to Enjoy...
This beautiful piece by Brahms gets even more magical in the hands of famous pianist Emanuel Ax.
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Immerse Yourself In the Evocative Tunes of the Cello Song
Listen to this magical and unforgettable rendition of the famous Cello Song by J.S. Bach.
These Rare Artifacts Are Bound to Take Your Breath Away...
Get ready to check out some of the most beautiful ancient artifacts that have ever been discovered!
This Is What the City of Rome Looked Like 1700 Years Ago
A full model of the ancient city of Rome that took 36 years to complete
This Makeup Artist Tells Whole Stories Through Eyeshadow
Makeup artist Tal Peleg uses the eyelids as canvases and uses the unusual shape and size to her advantage - the result is detailed and vibrant artworks.
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A Musical Treat: The Evolution of Music!
This a cappella performance of different musical styles through the ages will leave you speechless.
Ever Wondered What People Looked Like 5000 Years Ago?
Have you ever wondered what ancient people actually looked like? This sculptor gives us a good idea of exactly that.
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This Tribal Dance Performance Will Blow Your Socks Off!
This beautiful performance of dance, poetry, and violin pieces perfectly illustrates the turbulent relationship that humans share with the natural world.
Tiny Animal Paintings That'll Take Your Breath Away
Julia Las is a Ukrainian artist who specializes in making watercolor miniatures. As you're about to see, they're absolutely incredible!
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Incredible: When Japanese Tradition Meets Spanish Rhythm
The following performance by the Sabrina ensemble took place on the stage of Got Talent Spain. It blends Japan and Spain into a unique dance that is a celebration of culture and rhythm you won't want to miss.
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This Incredible Dance Act Brings Shadows to Life
Watch Shadow Theatre Verba brilliantly interpret the tragedy of the Titanic in this mesmerizing shadow dance.
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Watch This Child Prodigy Play a Sublime Vivaldi
Enjoy this beautiful rendition of Vivaldi's Four Seasons by this incredible prodigy.
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Impressive! I Can't Believe What This Illusionist Does!
If you love a good magic trick! You'll love this!
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How Is It Possible for So Many Acrobats Ride ONE Bicycle?
What a performance! Watch this impressive balancing bicycle act.
12 Jaw Dropping Facts About the Most Famous Art in History
You'll likely recognize these famous artworks, but we’re willing to bet you didn’t know the incredibly curious facts about these masterpieces
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Cello and Violin : A Gorgeous Musical Collaboration!
The Croatian cellist Stjepan Hauser loves to add spice to his performances with upbeat songs and surprising collaborations - this time with an amazing violinist!
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Have You Ever Seen a Card Trick as Good as THIS One?
This magician's card tricks will leave you wondering how he managed to pull them off.
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The Emotional Punch of a Special André Rieu Performance
Together with André Rieu's orchestra, the two performed a beautiful and moving classical arrangement of "Across the Stars", the piece composed by John Williams for the Star Wars films.
The Works of Durer, Art History’s Greatest Draftsman
Albrecht Durer was the most important artist of the Northern Renaissance, this works of his exemplify why that is.
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What a Musical Extravaganza! A Concert of Sublime Variety
I adore music, all of it. So I couldn't believe my ears when I heard this talented cello duo wow an audience with classical, film, pop and rock music.
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This Brilliant Magical Illusion Will Blow You Away
How on earth did Dani Lary mange to pull off this spectacular illusion? This video will leave you scratching your heads...
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The Beauty of This Performance is Unforgettable
You have to see this special, international performance of 'Do You Hear the People Sing' from Les Misérables.
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Amazing! These Women Play the Harp Like No Others!
In our opinion, the harp is one of the best instruments to have ever been created. Don’t agree? Well, watch these four harpists and you’ll change your mind!
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These Phenomenal Acrobats Have Terrific Strength
These amazingly strong acrobats are going to effortlessly entertain you.
Each of These Cakes Belongs In a Museum
Each and every one of the cakes made in Moscow based bakery Tortik Annushka is a work of art!
13 Lovely, Moving & Detailed Pencil Lead Sculptures
Check out the beautiful tiny and highly detailed sculptures artist Jasenko Đorđević carves out of pencil lead.
MASSIVE Collection: 21 Famous Painters and Their Best Work
A beautiful collection of our most beautiful painting posts, each by a talented painter from recent centuries. This is a huge collection of classic paintings.
18 Breathtaking Stained Glass Windows in the World
One look at these stunning stained glass windows, and you’ll be swept away into a fantasy of color and light.
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When This Woman Performs, All Eyes Widen...
The Incredible Kseniya Simonova creates beautiful works of art in sand.
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These Acrobats Are On a New Level!
These women will give you a show you'll never forget! I never knew people could be so graceful.
5 Priceless Works of Art That Are Lost Forever
From ancient sculptures to manuscripts that could have been classical pieces of literature, here are 5 priceless works of art that are sadly lost forever.
Renaissance-Man Raphael Was an Incredible Genius...
Did you know that Renaissance master, Raphael, died at the tender age of 37? How he could produce such a library of masterpieces is truly astonishing!
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