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Thank you billie eilish for expertly demonstrating the art of side eye with the help of “Portrait of a Lady” and a few other famous works 👀

Thank you billie eilish for expertly demonstrating the art of side eye with the help of “Portrait of a Lady” and a few other famous works 👀

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John Singer Sargent quit portrait painting at the peak of his success. Tired of painting for wealthy clients, he walked away in his 50s to travel the world and paint the landscapes he loved. Quitting gave him the freedom to do his best work.

John Singer Sargent quit portrait painting at the peak of his success. Tired of painting for wealthy clients, he walked away in his 50s to travel the world and paint the landscapes he loved. Quitting gave him the freedom to do his best work.

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In case you need some flowers today 🫲

In case you need some flowers today 🫲

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Did you know that the average person spends 7 seconds looking at a painting? Do you think that’s long enough? 🤔

Did you know that the average person spends 7 seconds looking at a painting? Do you think that’s long enough? 🤔

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Exciting news! We have just won *four* Webby Awards, including one for this animation of an Anne Vallayer-Coster that was missing for centuries. A huge congratulations to our social media and production studio teams! The Webby Awards

Exciting news! We have just won four Webby Awards, including one for this animation of an Anne Vallayer-Coster that was missing for centuries. A huge congratulations to our social media and production studio teams! The Webby Awards

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Did you know that the average person spends 7 seconds looking at a painting? Do you think that’s long enough? 🤔

Did you know that the average person spends 7 seconds looking at a painting? Do you think that’s long enough? 🤔

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John Singer Sargent’s landscapes are underrated. 👀

John Singer Sargent’s landscapes are underrated. 👀

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“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” – Pablo Picasso

“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” – Pablo Picasso

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Every year, on the first day of winter, something magical happens at the museum... George Henry Durrie’s “Winter in the Country” comes to life ✨

Every year, on the first day of winter, something magical happens at the museum... George Henry Durrie’s “Winter in the Country” comes to life ✨

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I am Harry, a Harvard educated curator ready to slay the house down boots. Today is the day I yoink control from the social girlies and Ali the mother of all rizzlers. They will not stop my aura. Siri add painting emoji here thanks

I am Harry, a Harvard educated curator ready to slay the house down boots. Today is the day I yoink control from the social girlies and Ali the mother of all rizzlers. They will not stop my aura. Siri add painting emoji here thanks

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I am Harry, a Harvard educated curator ready to slay the house down boots. Today is the day I yoink control from the social girlies and Ali the mother of all rizzlers. They will not stop my aura. Siri add painting emoji here thanks

I am Harry, a Harvard educated curator ready to slay the house down boots. Today is the day I yoink control from the social girlies and Ali the mother of all rizzlers. They will not stop my aura. Siri add painting emoji here thanks

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Auguste Renoir painted this stunning view of Paris in 1872—a bold break from tradition.

Auguste Renoir painted this stunning view of Paris in 1872—a bold break from tradition.

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This breathtaking view of Paris was painted by Auguste Renoir in 1872. And it represents a pivotal moment in art history.

This breathtaking view of Paris was painted by Auguste Renoir in 1872. And it represents a pivotal moment in art history.

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You deserve some flowers today, especially on the first day of spring 🫱

You deserve some flowers today, especially on the first day of spring 🫱

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When this painting was revealed in 1778, it shocked the British public.

When this painting was revealed in 1778, it shocked the British public.

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Transforming a face into a work of art! 💞 🖼 Robert Seldon Duncanson, “Still Life with Fruit and Nuts,” 1848, oil on board, 12 x 16 in., Gift of Ann and Mark Kington/The Kington Foundation and the Avalon Fund

Transforming a face into a work of art! 💞 🖼 Robert Seldon Duncanson, “Still Life with Fruit and Nuts,” 1848, oil on board, 12 x 16 in., Gift of Ann and Mark Kington/The Kington Foundation and the Avalon Fund

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A work of art in our collection, Degas’s original “Little Dancer Aged Fourteen,” was attacked with paint today. It was protected in a case and we are evaluating it now. We unequivocally denounce this behavior and will share information as it emerges. Message from our director:

A work of art in our collection, Degas’s original “Little Dancer Aged Fourteen,” was attacked with paint today. It was protected in a case and we are evaluating it now. We unequivocally denounce this behavior and will share information as it emerges. Message from our director:

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You deserve flowers today. So we’re whisking you away to Claude Monet’s garden. 🌻

You deserve flowers today. So we’re whisking you away to Claude Monet’s garden. 🌻

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Just in case you need some flowers today 🫱

Just in case you need some flowers today 🫱

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Our curators are lowkey rizzlers. So they teamed up with our intern to make this video.

Our curators are lowkey rizzlers. So they teamed up with our intern to make this video.

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If you didn’t have to worry about money or approval, how would you spend your time? American painter John Singer Sargent found his answer in his 50s.

If you didn’t have to worry about money or approval, how would you spend your time? American painter John Singer Sargent found his answer in his 50s.

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This transformation is actually unreal 😭 Artist Jo Steel reimagined Rembrandt by literally becoming him, turning into the artist’s self-portrait through makeup, costume design, and hand-painted sets. #OpenCall

This transformation is actually unreal 😭 Artist Jo Steel reimagined Rembrandt by literally becoming him, turning into the artist’s self-portrait through makeup, costume design, and hand-painted sets. #OpenCall

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Dreaming of Paris ☀️ This breathtaking view of Pari was painted by Auguste Renoir in 1872. 🎥 Animation designed by Andrey Zakirzyanov (No, this is not AI ❤️)

Dreaming of Paris ☀️ This breathtaking view of Pari was painted by Auguste Renoir in 1872. 🎥 Animation designed by Andrey Zakirzyanov (No, this is not AI ❤️)

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Our curators said these girlies are YOKED. Chat, pause your Heated Rivalry rewatch and peep this rivalry instead. 👀 And then secure a $3,000 bag for your aura points 💸 Join the Open Call ➡️

Our curators said these girlies are YOKED. Chat, pause your Heated Rivalry rewatch and peep this rivalry instead. 👀 And then secure a $3,000 bag for your aura points 💸 Join the Open Call ➡️

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At first glance, this painting by Mary Cassatt just looks a sweet moment between a mother and child. But look closer...

At first glance, this painting by Mary Cassatt just looks a sweet moment between a mother and child. But look closer...

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This isn’t just a painting—it’s a snapshot of love caught in the wind. Monet’s "Woman with a Parasol" (1875) shows his wife Camille and son Jean on a breezy day, a moment so alive, he painted it fast to hold on forever.

This isn’t just a painting—it’s a snapshot of love caught in the wind. Monet’s "Woman with a Parasol" (1875) shows his wife Camille and son Jean on a breezy day, a moment so alive, he painted it fast to hold on forever.

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We’re sorry but last night Henriette and Christine escaped from their paintings to exchange holiday presents in the Rotunda. After an extensive search, they were found this afternoon practicing their pliés near the “Little Dancer.” Crisis averted. Happy Holidays.

We’re sorry but last night Henriette and Christine escaped from their paintings to exchange holiday presents in the Rotunda. After an extensive search, they were found this afternoon practicing their pliés near the “Little Dancer.” Crisis averted. Happy Holidays.

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When your daughter is your favorite tour guide 🥹❤️

When your daughter is your favorite tour guide 🥹❤️

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Transforming clay into immortal beauty. 🪨🫴🏽✨ #NowOpen in our West Building: “Canova: Sketching in Clay.”

Transforming clay into immortal beauty. 🪨🫴🏽✨ #NowOpen in our West Building: “Canova: Sketching in Clay.”

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