Sublime arts refer to those that display greatness beyond all possibility of measurement or imitation
The Raft of Medusa tell the story of the victims of ship accident who floated in the middle of the sea for 13 days before being found. Only 15 people from 147 survived in this tragedy after experienced massive dehydration and practiced cannibalism.
"Annie Laurie" is an old Scottish song based on a poem said to have been written by William Douglas (1682?–1748) of Dumfriesshire, about his romance with Annie Laurie (1682–1764). The words were modified and the tune was added by Alicia Scott in 1834/5. The song is also known as "Maxwelton Braes".
He supported advances in art, architecture, science, math, and education.