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Mental Floss

ART

'Nature's Pitfall' by Samantha Stephens.

See 11 Stunning Images From the 4th Annual Close-Up Photographer of the Year Competition

Slime mold definitely had a moment—but it’s hard to beat two dead salamanders floating in a carnivorous plant.

Ellen Gutoskey

Camilla, Canine Consort.

Prince Hairy and Meghan Bark-le: See What British Royal Family Members Look Like as Dogs

There have never been dog portraits quite like these.

Ellen Gutoskey

Santa would look a lot different, if not for Thomas Nast.

Thomas Nast, the Political Cartoonist Who Illustrated Santa Claus

Thomas Nast’s illustrations of Santa for ‘Harper’s Weekly’ shaped the Father Christmas we know today.

Jane Alexander



Long live this hue.

Viva Magenta! Pantone’s Color of the Year ‘Promotes a Joyous and Optimistic Celebration’

‘Viva Magenta’ is ‘brave,’ ‘fearless,’ ‘audacious,’ and ‘full of wit.’ What does that look like? Magenta.

Ellen Gutoskey


Christie’s previews Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘Salvator Mundi’ prior to auction.

The 10 Most Expensive Paintings Ever Sold

The world’s most valuable paintings cost more than some luxury cars, boats, and houses.

Michele Debczak


’Tis the season!

A Brief History of Creepy Victorian Christmas Cards

’Tis the season for Victorian Christmas cards featuring dead robins and murdered frogs.

Jane Alexander


7 Pieces of Art That Were Lost to History

Plenty of famous art has been looted, stolen, destroyed, or has otherwise disappeared over the centuries.

Shaunacy Ferro
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