Art History
Sorolla, light and colour of the Alhambra: part I
Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida (Valencia, 1863–Cercedilla, 1923) emerged as a pivotal figure in the transition and modernization of Spanish genre…
Contemporary History
Following the work of María Luisa Puiggener
To understand the journey of our protagonist, we must contextualize ourselves in the transitional late 19th-century society moving towards t…
Ancient History
Acoustic Behavior Analysis in Classical Architecture
I have always thought that architecture is a construction carried out in a specific period, under aesthetic guidelines appropriate to its ti…
Art History
Goddesses and Mothers: Evolution of Mystical Iconography
Rising concern over fertility and fecundity has been one of the main issues for human societies. Since fertility was a crucial factor for th…
Art History
The iconography of alienation
Throughout history, at the cultural and social level, the perception of madness has notably evolved due to numerous factors, as well as diff…
Art History
Thought, Saint George, and the ideals of chivalry
Throughout history, it is surprising to see how, by chance, parts of history, mythology, and culture intertwine, creating astonishing links …
Contemporary History
The Grand Tour phenomenon
The Grand Tour phenomenon appeared in Britain at the end of the 17th century and the beginning of the 18th century. It involved educational …
Early Modern History
The Golden Age of Caribbean Piracy
If we think about the phenomenon of piracy, a specific archetype probably comes to mind, characterized by attributes such as a beard, a peg …
Art History
The Dance of Death: The Medieval Iconographic Representation. A Study of Medieval Spirituality.
Throughout history, there has been a persistent misperception of the Middle Ages, as it was depicted as a dark period due to its deep associ…