Amusing Art Blunders On Weathered Old Masters
A Pittsburgh Post genius column surveys painters mistakes in nature and costume. It notes wrong side out rainbows, moons in impossible positions, nonhistoric armor and era errors in Leonardo da Vinci with Last Supper details. The piece cites cups, tableware, and Egyptian versus Italian architectural anachronisms, highlighting the tension between composition and factual accuracy.
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O Connell Prevents Tragic Collapse at Irish Meeting
Daniel O Connell averted a deadly floor collapse during a crowded Irish meeting. He calmly directed orderly exit of attendees, guiding the last to leave as beams cracked. The crowd escaped unharmed and the perilous incident ended without tragedy.
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