Art Contents Archive

Bond by ferrarisheppard (2020) If you’re a fan of Ferrari’s work, DM us to find out more about our first collaboration — a hand-finished edition of 50 titled ‘Kalima’ — launching on Wednesday. #ferrarisheppard

My favorite Fragonard frickcollection’s new temporary home in the Breuer-designed building at Madison & 75th Street. #FrickMadison — Jean-Honoré #Fragonard, The Progress of Love, 1771-2. 📸: curatorial

One year ago today, The Met closed its doors in response to the pandemic, shuttering the Museum for more than five months. On this contemplative anniversary, our leaders reflect on the past year—and the road ahead: 1/3 https://t.co/UcU7kS1uUC

Caleb Hahne, Boy In Water, 2019 https://t.co/dRIfV98h9H https://t.co/LfA0RfHaCB

What can ancient dates tell us about the past, and what do they taste like? Scientists recently found out. Discover the story of how 2,000-year-old date palm seeds were brought back to life and check out some date-based recipes to make at home. https://t.co/TS7RNtrswK

We're celebrating #DeafHistoryMonth with this work by John Brewster, Jr., who was unable to speak or hear. In "Child with a Peach" (about 1810), Brewster's delicate paint handling and quiet colors create a serenity that evokes the vulnerability and innocence of childhood. https://t.co/dgyt5WyKks

Needle and thread aren't just for mending clothes. They’re artistic tools that can be used to create extraordinary embroidery designs! https://t.co/tWXYmeMBoq

#DYK: Through #MetOpenAccess, 406,000 images of artworks from The Met collection are yours to use, share, and remix—without restriction. What will you create? 🤔 🎨 Start browsing ↓ https://t.co/Exgh0vBfsY

On this jewel is the allegorical figure of Prudence. With Justice, Fortitude, and Temperance, Prudence was one of the four Cardinal Virtues, common subjects on accessories during the Renaissance. Perhaps whoever wore this jewel was hoping to embody the virtue she personifies. https://t.co/EpmE5xxtX2

Fresh from our curators: a collection of breakout artists on the cusp of something big. https://t.co/Iiz9PsuqhE https://t.co/0Rn0aDorT3

Confined by bygracelynne (2020) If you like this piece, our first collaboration with Grace Lynne Haynes — ‘Sunday Mourning’ — is launching on Wednesday. Send us a DM for more info on the hand-finished edition of 50. #gracelynnehaynes

After days of closely watched bidding, a Beeple NFT artwork sold for a staggering $69.3 million at a Christie's auction. The unprecedented sale comes as the NFT market is on the rise https://t.co/MCCDlwdjLh

"I treat my customers the way artists treat their patrons," says Becca Willow Moss on how camming informs her work as an actor and director. https://t.co/0HAWXo28Ji

East Village flair meets Upper East Side ✨ The East Village-based #JohnDerian Company is renowned for their decoupage creations. Check out their exclusive collection at the #MetStore, inspired by The Met's Drawings and Prints collection. Shop now → https://t.co/L0gVdtcqp6 https://t.co/3yENfZoiTd

Hat Badge Representing Prudence, 1550–1560, French. The J. Paul Getty Museum https://t.co/wqN9dsl40R