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fromElite Traveler

The History of the Snuff Box and Its Rise as a Luxury Collectible

Smoking has seen a cultural resurgence among celebrities, yet tobacco use in America has reached its lowest level in 2024.

fromWorld History Encyclopedia

What drove a music-loving prince to conquer Europe? (52 chars)

Frederick II transformed Prussia into a major European power during his 46-year reign, balancing military prowess with cultural devotion.

fromArtnet News

Mystery Portrait of Black Woman Finally Identified After Six-Year Search

"We look at Europe in a global context and we like to highlight the ways that European artists and collectors traveled and traded with the world. Part of that is representing the people who lived in Europe but came from abroad," Adam Harris Levine, associate curator of European art at the AGO, said over email.

Arts

fromwww.bbc.com

Bird's-eye view of London seen in 280-year-old map

An 18th-century map of London by John Rocque is being republished, showcasing detailed views of the city and its surroundings.

fromThe Atlantic

Who's Afraid of These Strange, Secretive Sisters?

The novel, The Hounding, explores the persecution of five sisters accused of witchcraft by transforming into dogs amidst drought and societal norms.

fromOpen Culture

Hear the Pieces Mozart Composed When He Was Only 5 Years Old

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart exhibited extraordinary musical talent as a child, composing complex pieces and performing for European royalty.

fromMail Online

Metal detectorist finds 18th-century ring linked with British nobility

An amateur detectorist discovered a rare 18th-century ring linked to British nobility in Norfolk after searching for 18 months.

fromLondon Unattached

Pimpinone - Telemann - Linbury at the ROH - Review

Pimpinone is a significant 18th-century comedic opera that critiques social norms and gender roles, influencing the future of comic opera.

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