| World-famous illusionist, author, and actor Ricky Jay has spent decades captivated by Buchinger’s life and remarkably delicate drawings
| Evoking ancient patinas found on Precolumbian objects, Sibilia’s textured jewelry expresses her special artistry
| Our book buyer shares her thoughts on the value of museums, today’s art scene, photographing a Van Gogh, and more
| An inside look at the Vancouver design studio celebrated for its bold, graphic cloth and paper goods
| In a series of important exhibitions this fall, the Met celebrates African culture, history, and art across the centuries. From Egypt to the Congo, from South Africa to Angola, our galleries feature rarely seen masterpieces of sculpture, jewelry, photography, textiles, and more, reflecting over 4,000 years of artistry
| The second great era of ancient Egyptian culture was a transformational period of remarkable prosperity and unparalleled change
| The pearl has been a cherished adornment for millennia. Emblematic of classic style and refinement, its lustrous beauty is eternal.
| The graceful tulip features in many diverse works throughout the Metropolitan Museum’s collection, from paintings and textiles to ceramics and stained glass
| Celebrating the creativity and glamour of Sargent's Gilded Age milieu, and the people who inspired him
| Our new store, Paper Project, opens for all print and stationery lovers
| Alongside the stunning couture garments on display in The Costume Institute exhibition China: Through the Looking Glass are intriguing decorative objects known as chinoiserie.
| Editorial Assistant Rachel High sits down with Platon to discuss the catalogue, his work, and the importance of artists as cultural mediators.
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