Tag Archives: Art and Death

Sarah Bernhardt: Sleeping Beside Death

How the eccentric and fabulous Sarah Bernhardt shook up society's taboos about death and dying
Posted on July 5, 2015 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Celebrity has drifted far from its golden Hollywood age. Instead, we have reality show stars and pop-up personalities whose talents remain nonexistent or ambiguous at best. But if ever there was an actress who rightfully captivated the public eye with … Continue reading →

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The Goodbye Gallery: A Unique Space for Contemporary Art in the Czech Republic

How a Czech cemetery redefines our notions of what – and where – a gallery space can flourish
Posted on September 29, 2013 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Three years ago, Czech gallery curator Jan Freiberg was uncertain as to where his career was going. He already held an impressive position as a curator for Gallery Klatovy/Klenova – but then he got a call from an old friend … Continue reading →

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Kaze-no-Oka Crematorium in Japan

The beautiful structure blends into the landscape for ultimate serenity.
Posted on October 28, 2012 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

There is no end to the breath-taking variety of crematorium designs around the world, and we haven’t looked at one on SevenPonds in quite a while. This stunning crematorium by Maki and Associates in Japan offers a space for reflection. Kaze-no-Oka … Continue reading →

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