Historical art,color and design
The Illuminator’s Palette
The color palette used for Medieval Illuminated Manuscripts, what they symbolized and their origins.
The Schweikher House: Prairie Modernism
This mid-century house in Schaumburg, Illinois by Paul Schweikher, is a tapestry of prairie, Japanese and modernist influences.
Queen Nefertari’s Tomb
Notes on the hidden meanings in color, symbols and deities that adorn Queen Nefertari’s tomb from Ancient Egypt.
The Iconic Scarab
The Scarab Beetle…on amulets, jewelry, made into gift wrap. The ancient symbol of Egypt lives on.
Museum: ISAC, Ancient Egypt
A visit to ISAC, formerly, The Oriental Institute, at the University of Chicago and their ancient Egyptian collection.
The Ford House
A visit to the Tudor Revival Edsel and Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Point, Michigan.
