#1 “The Veiled Lady” By Raffaele Monti 1860

#2 The Largest Intact Mosaic. Antakya Turkey. Sixth Century

I am sure here, at Bored Panda, there is no need to argue that art is essential. So I would like to take this post as an opportunity to remind us all why that is. First and foremost, it is a powerful means of self-expression. Through art, in any shape or form, anyone can convey their thoughts and emotions. Sometimes it is too difficult to express what you feel in a logical sense, and that is where poetry, drawing, or even sculpting comes in to help. The same goes for the receiver, who is observing the artwork; you can start feeling something you have never felt before. That can be a very powerful and enriching experience.
#4 A Tree Saved By A Tree

#5 Burial Monument Masterpiece In Bronze Of The Calcagno Family. Created By Adolpho Appolini 1904. It Resides At The Staglieno Cemetery In Genoa Italy

#6 Lead Pencil Carvings

That leads us to communication. From feelings to cultural, historical, or societal experiences, art transcends language barriers and can communicate complex ideas and narratives very effectively. Historical and cultural art serves as a record of history, capturing the essence of different periods and societies and teaching us about the past. Art allows our future generations to learn from the past.
#8 Carved Stone Chain Link Column Dating Back To 1106. Found On The Facade Of The Collegial Saint-Lazare D’avallon In France

Obviously, in most cases, art goes hand in hand with aesthetic appreciation and finding beauty in the world. That can even raise the question of why some things are beautiful while others are not as pleasing to the eye. By evoking philosophical and critical thinking, art has the power to challenge societal norms, question authority, and provoke change.
#10 Antique Iron Bat Shaped Lantern. Said To Have Hung In Front Of A Cabaret In France Late 1800’s

And lastly, art helps us to self-reflect. If we analyze why we like specific art, may it be music or anything at all, it can teach us a lot about ourselves and at what stage of life we are as individuals. So, yeah, I think art is pretty important, and as the old saying goes, earth without art is just ‘eh’.
#13 1400 Year Old Ginkgo Tree Located In Xi’an China That Draws Thousands Of People Each Year From All Over China

#15 Detail Of The “Green Man” 1200’s Ad. Early Gothic. Bamberg Cathedral. Germany

#16 Water Current Directing Drain In A Steep Slope In Taiwan. Almost Like Intentional Street Sculpture

#17 There Are 950 Species Of Sea Urchins That Inhabit A Wide Range Of Depth Zones In All Climates Across The Worlds Oceans

#18 Fidele The Most Famous Dog In Bruges. Fidele Was A Famous Dog And Tourist Attraction In Bruges, Belgium

#20 Super Cool Design. Famed Motorcycle Builder Dirk Oehlerking Of Kingston Custom Crafted This Bike Called Good Ghost










