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Art and Science Collide: The Beauty of Scientific Instruments Through the Ages

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From the intricate designs and beautiful functionality of ancient astrolabes to the ornate craftsmanship of Renaissance telescopes, and the sleek modernism of personal cameras, the evolution of scientific instruments has provided a fascinating meeting point between aesthetic and functional precision through the ages.

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A Brief Introduction to Art Deco Furniture: Design Icons and Influences

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Opulent Materials Jules Leleu – A Shagreen, Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Sideboard. Contrasting the simple shapes of Art Deco designs were the luxurious materials that often augmented these forms. Extravagant materials typically joined rich tones and decorative details to contribute to the sumptuous ornamentation of Art Deco designs.

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Exploring the Influence of Zen Philosophy on Art and Design

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Sold for $18,718,500 via Sotheby’s (November 2023). Sold for $8,492,400 via Sotheby’s (November 2023). This “less is more” approach is also found in the clean lines, uncluttered spaces, and natural materials of Zen-influenced interior design. Agnes Martin – Grey Stone II. Donald Judd – Untitled.

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Opportunities to Protect Copyright User Rights from Contractual Override

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Last Updated on September 24, 2024, 4:22 pm ET Photo by Cytonn Photography on Unsplash The US Copyright Act includes special rights for libraries and the scholarly functions they support. However, when licensing digital content, publishers and vendors sometimes include terms to restrict certain uses that are lawful under copyright law.

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Constructivism: The Intersection of Art and Industry in the Avant-Garde Movement

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Typified by clean lines and functional aesthetics, the movement would have an enduring impact on design, architecture, and the contemporary art of the Minimalism and Bauhaus movements. Used as a tool in the Communist revolution, this was art with a function that sought to eliminate the traditional boundaries between art and everyday life.

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The Past and Future of Indirect Costs: An Interview with Hilary Craiglow

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In both methods, the university’s total library expenses—the library’s managed budget (with a few specific exceptions such as advertising, fundraising, alcohol, and salaries over a cap) and facility and administrative cross-allocations—are allocated to the direct functions of the institution.

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Opportunities to Protect Copyright User Rights from Contractual Override

Association of Research Libraries

Last Updated on September 24, 2024, 4:22 pm ET Photo by Cytonn Photography on Unsplash The US Copyright Act includes special rights for libraries and the scholarly functions they support. However, when licensing digital content, publishers and vendors sometimes include terms to restrict certain uses that are lawful under copyright law.