Galka Scheyer, born in 1889 to an upper middle-class Jewish family in Braunschweig, has received little attention in art history to date. Yet as an art dealer, she played an important role in the...
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Gio Ponti – A master of modern architecture
Gio Ponti was one of the most influential architects and designers of the 20th century. He created more than 100 buildings in Europe, America, Asia and Africa, including the famous Pirelli skyscraper...
Friedensreich Hundertwasser – An artist for nature
Friedensreich Hundertwasser was an Austrian painter, architect and environmental activist known for his colorful and imaginative works. He was born in Vienna in 1928 and lived through the horrors of...
Moncler – The brand that combines luxury and sportiness
Moncler is one of the most famous and successful brands of down jackets and clothing in the world. The company was founded in 1952 in Monestier-de-Clermont, a small village in the French Alps, by...
Tom Ford – The man who saved Gucci and conquered Hollywood
Tom Ford is one of the most famous and influential fashion designers in the world. However, he is not only a master of fashion, but also a successful film director who has won several awards for his...