Never before or later in Polish architecture did the wealth of forms and details take on such a spectacular scale as in the Baroque era, when temples and palaces were designed with exceptional panache ...
Its roots lay in the traditions of the Polish nobility and its influence can still be found today, particularly in some of the country’s best-loved architecture. But just why did the Baroque take off ...
Catlin’s new biography, which sheds light on the life, work, and artistic daring of Edwin Rickards, a key figure in Edwardian ...
Baroque architecture is closely entwined with the Counter-Reformation, an effort by the Catholic Church to respond to the rising challenge of Protestantism across Europe. Church leaders used ...
Discover the elegance of Turin, Italy, with this breathtaking drone footage that captures the city's stunning baroque architecture, grand squares, and scenic views of the Alps. Soar over the iconic ...
The town of Mdina played a huge role in Maltese history. Today, it's hugely popular for its walled Baroque splendor.
There are actually two palaces here – separated by an ornate 17th-century French-style garden – which some say are among the best examples of Baroque architecture in the world. Formerly home ...