Art History
Artmajeur offers a reinterpretation of the key themes of Art Basel 2024
Jun 11, 2024
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13 minutes read
Artmajeur offers a reinterpretation of the key themes of Art Basel 2024 through the works of its artists. Once again, the concepts of ecology, intimacy, history and politics emerge as central fulcrums, offering new perspectives and interpretations that enrich the cultural dialogue established by the fair.
Art History
Harlequin: the contemporary iconography of a mask
Mar 1, 2022
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6 minutes read
In 1888-90 Paul Cézanne painted the Harlequin, in 1901 Pablo Picasso made the Thoughtful Harlequin and in 1919 Juan Gris immortalized the Harlequin with guitar. These are only some of the most famous interpretations of a topic, which has been widely exploited by artistic investigation between the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. But how have contemporary artists depicted this mask?
Artist Portraits
Sergey Sovkov, Color as a reference point
Aug 28, 2022
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6 minutes read
Oil painting has always been the preferred technique of Sergey Sovkov, who, when creating each painting, always tries to improve it in order to find new creative expressions...
Lifestyle
Feel Like an Artist: Turn Your Memories into Works of Art
Mar 31, 2025
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5 minutes read
Through art people possess the exceptional ability to convey feelings while maintaining recollection and developing original products. The process of expressing your personal memories through art becomes simultaneously satisfying when combined with its deep personal significance regardless of art experience.
Artist Portraits
Bo Kravchenko: I was born into a family of artists
Apr 8, 2025
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6 minutes read
"In a way, my destiny to become an artist was predetermined—I was born into a family of artists. The only question was which creative path I would take."
Art History
The color blue: a successful classic
Apr 6, 2022
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6 minutes read
The color blue, in its different and most popular shades, such as Egyptian blue, ultramarine blue, cobalt blue, cerulean blue, Prussian blue and International Klein Blue, has been the protagonist of different eras, in which timeless masterpieces have been generated, extending from the Egyptian world to contemporary art...
Art History
Family portraits
Dec 21, 2021
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6 minutes read
At this time of year-end, full of important holidays, family gatherings follow each other convulsively. In this regard, many of the greatest masters in the history of art, such as, for example, Rembrandt van Rijn, Francisco Goya, Edgar Degas, Vincent van Gogh and Egon Schiele, have immortalized, through the most varied feelings, such scenes of daily life...
Art History
Mocha Mousse: The Color of 2025 in Ten Contemporary Artworks
Dec 31, 2024
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15 minutes read
To celebrate the reigning shade of 2025, we have selected 10 artworks from ArtMajeur that perfectly embody the essence of Mocha Mousse. These diverse creations, analyzed through their subjects, styles, and use of color, represent a visual journey through the endless possibilities of this unique hue...
Art History
Art that celebrates beach life
Jun 8, 2022
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7 minutes read
It is surely impossible to list and describe all the many works, including painting, photography, and performance, that have immortalized beach life and, consequently, also the changes in the sea motions and customs of bathers over time. Nonetheless, John Constable's Brighton Beach (1824) and Edvard Munch's Man at the Bath (1916) are certainly noteworthy, though oftentimes little known...
Art History
The different histories of Expressionism
Aug 3, 2022
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7 minutes read
«Never was there an era more ravaged by despair, horror, death. Never has more sepulchral silence reigned over the world. Never has man been smaller. Never has he been more restless. Never has joy been more absent, and freedom more dead. And here is howling despair: man cries out for his soul, a single cry of anguish rises from our time. Art, too, screams in the darkness, calls for rescue, invokes the spirit: it is Expressionism».
Art History
Different forms of classicism
Jul 13, 2022
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7 minutes read
Contemporary classicism is an artistic trend of our times, aimed at reinterpreting, in a novel and original way, the quest for perfection and verisimilitude, as well as the exaltation of the human figure and the investigation of the natural datum, which distinguished ancient art and its "revivals"...
Artist Portraits
Matisse’s Journey: From Fauvism to Timeless Cut-Outs
Aug 26, 2024
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7 minutes read
Henri Matisse, born on December 31, 1869, in Le Cateau-Cambrésis, France, was a pioneering French artist known for his mastery of color and innovative draughtsmanship, whose work spanned over half a century, establishing him as a central figure in the evolution of modern art.
Art History
The Italian landscape in art history
Dec 17, 2021
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7 minutes read
Many famous works of art, executed between the Middle Ages and the 16th century, depicted the Italian landscape, just like the masterpieces of Giotto, Ambrogio Lorenzetti, Antonello da Messina, Giorgione, Titian, Piero della Francesca and Leonardo da Vinci. Despite this, this pictorial genre has been configured independently, within the Western art, only from the seventeenth century...
Art History
The Nativity in the history of art
Dec 20, 2021
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7 minutes read
Christmas, or the day celebrating the birth of Jesus, has been immortalized by many famous works of art depicting the Nativity, among which are noteworthy those made by Duccio di Buoninsegna, Giotto, Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, El Greco and Caravaggio. It is important to underline, however, that this theme has also been dealt with in a profane context, such as in the births painted by Chagall and Dali...
Art History
The Yellow Christ (1889) by Paul Gauguin
May 5, 2023
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8 minutes read
The Yellow Christ is a painting by Paul Gauguin, completed in 1889. It is an oil on canvas measuring 91.1 x 73.2 cm, now in the collection of the Albright-Knox Art Gallery in Buffalo, New York.
Art History
Picasso: the Blue Period and the Rose Period compared
Sep 20, 2023
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8 minutes read
It is undisputed, Picasso is one of the best-known artists in the world, so much so that I refuse to even introduce him, in order to avoid obvious repetitions, which would turn the noses of the most knowledgeable art experts...
Lifestyle
Professionals: how to choose the right work of art?
Apr 30, 2024
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7 minutes read
On the occasion of May Day, which is dedicated to honoring the contributions of workers around the world, it is possible to open a thematic food for thought aimed at bringing out how the aesthetics of an office can influence productivity, mood and professional identity...
Artist Portraits
Elisabeth Laplante, the freedom of abstraction
May 14, 2022
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8 minutes read
Surrealist practice taught Elisabeth Laplante to let go. This peculiarity did not leave the artist when, later, his work evolved towards abstraction...
Art History
The color grey in art history
Sep 11, 2022
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8 minutes read
Grey, the typical color of cloudy winter days, of stones unknowingly piled up on beaches, of ancient monuments, of cold clothes worn by workers, of the most varied technological tools, of the iconic Apple apple, and of hair that comes with age, is the result of a particular shade achieved by mixing black and white...
Art History
5 Turkish Artmajeur painters you absolutely must know!
Sep 11, 2023
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8 minutes read
Does painting exist in every civilization? Or perhaps there are peoples who have refrained from practicing it? This we ask ourselves, when, still unburdened with notions, we approach the history of Turkish art,
Art History
What's the color for 2024?
Jan 2, 2024
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8 minutes read
Before revealing the color of the year clearly, I'll provide you with some clues that will gradually lead us to the shade chosen as the 2024 Pantone color. To begin in this direction, there is a fruit that can introduce us to the hue chosen by this American company, and that is the peach, whose juicy nectar has also inspired great masterpieces in the history of art by masters such as....
Artist Portraits
Peter Doig: Master of Dreamscapes and Auction Record
Sep 16, 2024
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8 minutes read
Peter Doig is a Scottish-born contemporary painter renowned for his dreamlike landscapes that blur the boundaries between reality and the surreal. His works often feature rich, evocative colors and unique compositions, allowing viewers to engage with a sense of both familiarity and mystery...
Lifestyle
Valentine's Day: How does art express love?
Feb 5, 2025
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8 minutes read
As Valentine's Day approaches, art reminds us of the depth of human emotion. Love, a universal and timeless theme, has inspired artists across ages and cultures. From ancient frescoes to urban graffiti, each art form seeks to capture the essence of this complex sentiment.
Art History
Art: two points of view on the Vietnam War
Feb 15, 2023
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9 minutes read
Jumping rich centuries of history and tradition, we come at once to externalize the viewpoint of one of the most celebrated artists of the Vietnamese twentieth century, namely Nguyen Phan Chanh, a pioneer of silk painting within his nation's artistic investigation, who, despite his training at the Ecole des Beaux-arts d'Indochine an institution founded at the time in French Indochina...
Art History
Cleopatra narrates the history of art
Dec 7, 2022
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9 minutes read
Cleopatra (69-30 B.C.E.), Egyptian queen and the last monarch of the Ptolemaic kingdom, is better known for her charms than for her governmental talents, so much so that it was because of her charm, bestowed by her intelligence, personality, and culture, rather than her beauty, that she ascended the throne for the second time...
Art History
The history of Belgian art: from Flemish painting to the present day
Oct 5, 2022
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8 minutes read
To tell how the art of Belgium has exerted its influence within the history of Western art, the description of its best-known masterpieces, exemplifying those revolutionary stylistic features, which have indelibly marked the peculiarities of the most popular forms of figurative expression of all times, could suffice...
Artist Portraits
Exploring Takashi Murakami's Superflat Universe
Jun 26, 2024
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9 minutes read
Born in Tokyo in 1962, Takashi Murakami is a renowned Japanese contemporary artist known for his diverse practice in painting, sculpture, fashion, and animation. Blurring the lines between high and low art, he draws from Japan's aesthetic traditions and postwar culture. His influential "Superflat" theory, introduced in 2000, critiques Japanese consumer culture through flattened forms, merging traditional and contemporary art.
Art History
2023: like Alice in Wonderland...
Jan 22, 2023
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9 minutes read
In keeping with the most classic Disney quote, I refer to the image of Alice, who, lying comfortably on a meadow in the company of her cat, lets time pass lost in thought. At some point, as we all know, the maiden's attention is caught by a strangely elegant and hasty rabbit, who, erect on his two white paws is pining in order not to be late for who knows what ever appointment...
Art History
Double vision: the dynamics of Expressionism in Germany and Austria
May 28, 2024
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9 minutes read
A comparison of German and Austrian Expressionism, two movements that, despite having originated in similar contexts, manifest unique and distinctive nuances. Expressionism, known for its deep exploration of the human condition and manifestation of intense emotions, actually found fertile ground in both Germany and Austria...
Art History
Timeless Shades: The Impact of Neutral Colors in Art and Design
Oct 22, 2024
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9 minutes read
Neutral colors such as white, gray, brown, and black have played a central role in art, from classical sculpture to contemporary painting. White marble, used by Michelangelo in the David, expresses perfection and grace, while gray, as seen in the works of Gerhard Richter, explores the very essence of painting...
Art History
Ascension Day: Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Religious Art
Mar 4, 2024
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10 minutes read
Ascension Day holds significant importance in Christian tradition, marking the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven after his resurrection...
Artist Portraits
In the Realm of Joan Miró's Imagination
Jun 20, 2024
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10 minutes read
Dive into the mesmerizing world of Joan Miró, where surrealism meets abstraction in a vibrant symphony of colors and shapes. From his early influences to his iconic masterpieces like 'The Tilled Field' and 'The Birth of the World,' Miró's journey unfolds, revealing his unique perspective on the subconscious and the fantastical...
Art History
The Art of Decorating: Sculptures Designed for Every Room of the House
Jan 7, 2025
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10 minutes read
A protagonist in search of identity transforms an anonymous house into a personal and unique space through sculptural works that enrich gardens, desks, bookshelves, and walls. Inspired by great collectors like Peggy Guggenheim and Jacques Doucet, they embark on a creative journey of study, experimentation, and refinement, ultimately revealing the secrets to decorating spaces that truly reflect who we are...
Art History
American Landscapes in Painting and Photography: Collection of Ten Masterpieces
Aug 27, 2024
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11 minutes read
An imaginary journey through the beautiful landscapes of the United States, immortalized by some of the most iconic painters and photographers of the "New World"...
Invest in Art
The Art Investor's Radar: Styles and Artists to Watch This Spring
Apr 16, 2025
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11 minutes read
In the spring of 2025, three major trends will influence the art market: eco-responsibility with organic forms, the importance of storytelling in artworks, and the rise of new technologies, particularly artificial intelligence. These trends are transforming not only artistic aesthetics, but also the way investors can anticipate market developments and seize sustainable and cutting-edge investment opportunities.
Art History
Top 10: Vincent van Gogh's self-portraits
Apr 23, 2023
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13 minutes read
My introduction to the contrary takes the latter meaning in that it aims to omit, only temporarily, both the description of Vincent Van Gogh's multiple self-portraits and the analysis of their historical-artistic, technical, emotional, and stylistic context of belonging...