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Unit Plan
National Library of France

National Library of France: Books of the Word: The Torah, the Bible, the Koran

For Students 9th - 10th
Sacred texts--the Torah, the Bible, and the Koran--have been interpreted through artistic mediums since the founding of their respective faiths. This online exhibit provides images of sacred texts through the ages as well as pieces of...
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Art Institute of Chicago

Art Institute of Chicago: The Gates of Paradise

For Students 9th - 10th
This online exhibit showcases one of Florence's most well known art treasures, The Gates of Paradise. These relief panels decorate the entrance to Grace Cathedral. See detailed images of the panels that are on display in Chicago and...
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Martin Lawrence Galleries

Martin Lawrence Galleries: Salvador Dali

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a side of Dali's work rarely seen. It's a collection of only printmaking and centers around people in the Bible. Also includes a short biography.
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Other

The William Blake Archive

For Students 9th - 10th
A wealth of information about the life and work of artist William Blake. Because this archive is so vast you can conduct a search for specific works by Blake.
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Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metropolitan Museum of Art: Esther Before Ahasuerus by Artemisia Gentileschi

For Students 9th - 10th
At a time where still-life paintings ruled the art world this leading 17th century female painter set out to break all the rules. Read about the artist and the story behind the painting.
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The National Gallery (UK)

National Gallery, London: Ite About 'Scenes From the Life of John the Baptist'

For Students 9th - 10th
In a panoramic view this painting tells the story of John the Baptist. Included in the site are a great description and analysis of the work and a special zoom feature that allows you to look closely at the painting.