The concept of the Eiffel Tower began in 1884, when the idea to build a 300 meter tower on Champ-de-mar was conceived. The tower was to be part of the 1889 Worlds Fair. The tower also marks the 100th Anniversary of the French Revolution. On September 18, 1884, Gustave Eiffel submitted a patent which contained … Continue reading The Eiffel Tower
Renaissance
The Artists Signature
One of the most interesting things that we notice as artists move into the Renaissance from the Medieval period is the signing of artwork. During the Middle Ages most artwork was displayed in Churches and financed by the church or its wealthy parishioners and it was considered vain to take credit for your work. Pride … Continue reading The Artists Signature
Mrs Mac's History 