The pearls of others

By Roxani Margariti. There was much rejoicing last November in Atlanta, the great city of the new American South.  The Atlanta Braves won the Super Bowl!!  I must admit that I know shamefully little about this favorite American sport, but in the midst of the celebrations and related commentary I was thrilled to learn about…… Continue reading The pearls of others

Octopus the magnificent and its Aegean Bronze Age connections

By Dimitra Mylona. This post was born out of awe at a piece of kirie art, by Japanese artist Masayo Fukuda. Fukuda created a magnificent paper-cut octopus. It appears as if fashioned out of fine Belgian lace, yet it is made of a single piece of paper patiently cut to create the desired intricate effect.…… Continue reading Octopus the magnificent and its Aegean Bronze Age connections