In nineteenth century, there appeared many great names in the art world of America such as George Catlin, George Healy, and Mary Cassatt. Among that, William Morris Hunt emerged as one of the most important American artists of the second half of the century, bringing a new influence and art to America. William Morris ... . (Knowlton 5) Undoubtedly, his mother's help really changed the entire course of William Hunt's life. While walking on the streets of Paris, France, Hunt passed by an art store. Like Mary Cassatt who fell for the art of Edgar Degas when seeing his pastels in a window on the ...

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... are spolia from ancient Roman structures. Hall of the Two Sisters, The Alhambra (Granada, Spain) 184 352 14th C Also called the Court of the Lions. The interior is light and airy. There are 16 windows at the top of the hall which light up the stalactites that hang from the ceiling. There are many abstract patterns and forms. The interior is ... highly sophisticated and refined. Sinan, Mosque of Selim II (Edirne, Turkey) 185 354 16th C Inspired by the Hagia Sophia, but it is centrally planned. The interior is open and airy, and there are many windows to make for a well-lit interior. The ...

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