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The Story of the Work
Sir Lawrence Alma Tadema and the House That Art Built
Step inside Casa Tadema, the legendary studio-home of Sir Lawrence Alma Tadema, where golden staircases and Roman temples became real.
Explore the history →Artist Alma Tadema and the Golden Circle of Victorian London
He wasn't just a painter; he was the center of a universe. Discover the friends, rivals, and geniuses who surrounded the artist Alma Tadema.
Explore the history →The Alma-Tadema Marble Technique: How the Master Painted Light Into Stone
Discover the secrets of the Alma-Tadema marble technique. Learn how the 'Marble Whisperer' used sub-surface scattering and synthetic pigments to turn oil paint into living stone.
Explore the history →The Palace of Scorpions: A Curse in Silk
The history of the most dangerous love triangle in European history. Witness the tragedy of Galswintha and the rise of Fredegonda.
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