➀ Scientists have measured the brain's reaction to Johannes Vermeer's 'Girl With The Pearl Earring' and discovered a neurological phenomenon called 'Sustained Attentional Loop'; ➁ The painting captivates viewers by drawing their eyes in a specific sequence, leading to increased viewing time; ➂ The study, using EEG and MRI, found that the painting's unique focus points stimulate the brain's precuneus, the area responsible for consciousness and personal identity; ➃ The emotional response to the original painting was found to be ten times stronger than that to a reproduction, highlighting the importance of original art viewing.
Recent #Art news in the semiconductor industry
❶ Lithophanes are 3D printed artworks that reveal detailed images when light is shone from behind. ❷ The process involves using online tools like Itslitho or Lithophanemaker to convert images into 3D models. ❸ These models can then be printed and used as decorative items like night lights or photo frames.
1. An old Minitel terminal, originally part of France Telecom's network, was salvaged from a fire. 2. The terminal is now being listed for auction with a price tag of $500. 3. The seller markets it as a piece of art, highlighting its historical significance and unique backstory.