The most significant paintings in the world have had the capability of staying popular for centuries and inspiring other artists for countless generations.

Museums around the world are brimming with spectacular art accumulated over centuries. But precious few of them become truly famous.

Museums around the world are brimming with spectacular art accumulated over centuries. But precious few of them become truly famous.

There are about 900 churches in Rome, so how do you choose which ones to visit? We looked at reviews and expert opinions to pick the five best churches in Rome.

Paintings are usually done on walls, canvases, or paper. And while these too are masterpieces in their own right, it makes one wonder about the artistic ability and the courage required to paint ...

Russian troops have stolen a gold helmet from the Scythian Empire, 18th and 19th century romantic paintings and even the bones of Catherine the Great’s lover.

Gustav Klimt, an Austrian painter, was one of the most famous and respected members of the Vienna Secession movement. He had mastery in symbolism and art, and a majority of his paintings feature a ...

STEVE INSKEEP, HOST: One of the world's most famous artworks is going up for auction. It is a neon-colored portrait of Marilyn Monroe by the pop artist Andy Warhol.