“Every work of art is a bridge. But some lead to beauty, others to mystery, still others to memory — and only a chosen few, to revelation.” — From the reflections of Guji Amashukeli by the pavilion with the silver…

The exhibition “Siena: The Rise of Painting, 1300–1350” at the National Gallery in London is a magnificent example of sensual art that celebrates pure love and tenderness—feelings that continue to move the hearts of viewers across the centuries. It is…