Articles of Note

The hedonist and the artist. If excess often accompanies creativity, why do so many artists seek asceticism?... more »


New Books

Lord Byron was “dangerous to know” and “irritable to the point of mental disease.” The women in his life responded accordingly.... more »


Essays & Opinions

Art is a way of contending with life, even in its shadiest corners. But does that cover artists like Egon Schiele, who displayed interest in prepubescent girls?... more »