Monthly Archives: January 2016

Mausoleum: The face behind the stone

Posted on January 24, 2016 by

She challenges Penelope, the loyal wife of Odysseus, for the role of faithful companion. Some ancient texts claim she drank the ashes of her cremated husband in tribute. In history, Artemisia is known for creating a palatial monument for her … Continue reading →

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Gateway to Another Time: Lascaux Cave Paintings

Posted on January 10, 2016 by

Placed in context of the time it was found, the discovery of the Lascaux Cave was overshadowed by a world in crisis. France has just fallen to Nazi rule three months earlier. Four boys, and a dog with the forward … Continue reading →

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