Our pick of art about folly that it would be unwise to overlook
How the deadly disease inspired generations of artists and writers
From James Joyce’s Ulysses to Francis Bacon’s screaming portraits, we’ve picked 4 objects to bring you closer to many myths of Ireland
How the society of Jesus became one of the most important religious orders in the history of art
Our pick of the most powerful works by women artists who have used their practices to champion greater equality
An ornate tea service that was given to the Emperor as a wedding gift and his real-life tomb in Paris are among this week’s highlights
Our hand-picked selection of ancient Egyptian treasures includes a breastplate once worn by an actual pharaoh and a glittering golden crocodile
