London's National Gallery has acquired a 16th century work by an unknown painter. It includes some very unusual details.

This unusual Renaissance painting was created by an anonymous artist and features a drooling dragon-dog, a farting baby, as ...

The Gospels give some intriguing clues to the identity of Jesus’ famous follower—who was unwed, moved freely, and provided ...

In this world, there are many people whose passion knows no bounds, whether it's the hobby of collecting expensive cars or ...

As a European Renaissance art historian, I study the evolving image of Jesus Christ from A.D. 1350 to 1600. Some of the best-known depictions of Christ, from Leonardo da Vinci’s “Last Supper ...

"Brilliance of the Spanish World" at Milwaukee Art Museum showcases Renaissance and Baroque period painting from Spain, Portugal and Latin America.

The 2006 film The Da Vinci Code has been widely discussed for many reasons. One of the biggest reasons for its criticism is ...

a bevy of squabbling late-Renaissance artists, led by art historian Giorgio Vasari. The ensuing whodunit unfolds in letters, as Vasari corresponds with friends and suspects across Italy ...

The Sistine Chapel has witnessed every papal election since 1492 with only five exceptions, and it is preparing to once again ...