Lore
Lore 256: Cursed
Jun 17, 2024
Explore the eerie stories behind haunted paintings and cursed artworks, from the tragic life of Edvard Munch to the bone church in Czech Republic. Discover how materials like paint and wood can become sinister under a curse, and learn about the mysterious legend of The Crying Boy painting.
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- The power of art to unsettle with death and supernatural themes.
- Urban legends can warp perceptions of innocent art, leading to widespread panic.
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The Cursed Blue Mustang Sculpture
In 1992, artist Luis Jimenez embarked on a dream sculpture commission for 32-foot-tall, 9,000-pound blue Mustang at the Denver Airport. Despite setbacks like a heart attack and surgical complications, the project progressed slowly, arousing Denver's impatience. Tragically in 2006, a section of the statue fatally injured Jimenez. The completed sculpture, known as Blucifer, stands at the airport illuminated with glowing, ominous red eyes, sparking rumors of curses.
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