Explore the intersection of mathematics and art in this 45-minute conference talk from the 51st Conference on Applications of Mathematics. Delve into the fascinating world of topological data analysis and its application to the perception of visual art, presented by Marek Kuś from the Center for Systemic Risk Research and the Center for Theoretical Physics at the Polish Academy of Sciences and the University of Warsaw. Gain insights into how advanced mathematical techniques can be used to analyze and understand the complexities of artistic perception.