A Blog About History and Art
Hieronymus Bosch, detail from The Garden of Earthly Delights triptych (ca. 1515)
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Can I Tell You About That is a blog about art, history, and other related topics presented by Flavie Deveaux. Anyone interested in history, art, design, and generally increasing their knowledge on a variety of topics are welcome to explore this blog. Can I Tell You About That was created as a hobby project, so expect periodic updates to the site. Although this project is not peer-reviewed, each post provides detailed bibliographies as well as recommended readings on topics.
In the 18th and 19th centuries, the British Empire expanded dramatically through war and annexation, gaining territories worldwide. Military uniforms reflected colonial ideologies and cultural symbols, showcasing British dominance and ethnocentric views. These designs transformed soldiers into representations of empire,…
Explore the blog’s many tools for discovering stories and artworks, by searching categories, timelines, and maps. These helpful tools are designed to enhance your learning experience and ease of searching.
Navigate through this website by searching for topics by locations, themes, and historic periods…
This blog also provides resources on museums reviews, a dictionary of terminology related to history and art, and a gallery displaying all of the images and artworks discusses throughout the posts
Svetlana Alpers in “Is Art History?” (1977)
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