Past Issue
February 2016
This February, Apollo features articles on Egyptian funeral objects, the socially minded art of Vik Muniz, and the history of smashing statues. Susan Moore talks to British art dealer Kasmin about his collection of antiquities, and William Parente tells Christopher Turner about the new gallery for the Portland Collection at Welbeck Abbey. Plus: Gavin Stamp on London’s blue plaques and Emma Crichton-Miller on the market for ancient armour. Preview the issue below.
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Rachel Ruysch | What museums think about climate protests | Apollo Awards 2024
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Japanese art at the MFA Boston | Christian Marclay | collecting haute couture
October 2024
Liliane Lijn | Picasso | Mughal painting | Impressionism
September 2024
Jan Švankmajer | Pompeii | Cat ladies
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The Mughal emperors who forged a new artistic tradition
At its peak, the Mughal empire brought together scholars and artists of different languages and faiths to create art fit for kings