Episode 4 explores Niccolò dell'Arca's Lamentation of Christ, a 15th-century terracotta sculptural tableaux. We discuss the whats, the whos, and the whys of this glorious artwork. Music credits: "Success Dream" (Hooksounds.com) "Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G, Movement I (Allegro), BWV 1049" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons ... Show More
Jun 28
Episode 46: The Voynich Manuscript
Ciphers, cosmology, cryptology — oh my! This long-awaited episode delves into the pages and the mystery of what some have called the most mysterious manuscript in the world: the Voynich Manuscript, now in the collection of the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library at Yale Uni ... Show More
2h 49m
Oct 2025
Episode 45: The Gardner Heist, Part II
**busts through wall** SHE’S BACK WITH A HALLOWEEN TREAT! That is, if you’re into 3.5-hour podcast episodes about stolen art. It’s the gift that keeps on giving, mostly because it never ends. This episode covers all 13 works stolen from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Marc ... Show More
3h 43m
Apr 2024
Distorted Forms: The Power of Grotesque Imagery - Episode 26
In this episode, we delve into the intriguing world of grotesque art, tracing its origins from the Roman grottoes to its profound impact on modern aesthetics. We explore how what began as whimsical, colorful decorations evolved into a broader artistic expression that encompasses ... Show More
32m 8s
May 2024
Caravaggio - The Birth of Baroque Episode 29
In this episode, we explore Caravaggio's groundbreaking techniques and tumultuous life, highlighting how his dramatic use of light and realism laid the foundation for the Baroque movement. Discover how his intense emotional depth and innovative compositions revolutionized art, ma ... Show More
38m 41s
Sep 2016
Episode #4: The Problem of Michelangelo's Women (Season 1, Episode 4)
There are lots of questions that come up in every art history classroom. We hear them over and over again. What is art, really, and how can you define it? Why is the Mona Lisa smiling? What happened to the Winged Victory's arms? And then there's one that you'll hear, or that you' ... Show More
35m 34s