Lifestyle
Exploring the Artistic Legacy of Liu Yiqian and Wang Wei
Nov 6, 2023
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4 minutes read
Liu Yiqian and Wang Wei are a globally recognized power couple when it comes to art collecting in Asia. They are the Chinese billionaire collectors who established the Long Museum in Shanghai, which stands as one of China's foremost private art institutions.
Artist Portraits
Luciano Basile: A Personal Interpretation of Post-Impressionism
Feb 6, 2025
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4 minutes read
Luciano Basile, a contemporary Italian painter, roots his art in the great tradition of Post-Impressionism, reinterpreting its principles with a personal and distinctive style. Through a painting technique characterized by vibrant brushstrokes and luminous colors, Basile brings to life works that convey emotion, warmth, and a sense of universal intimacy...
Art History
Painters portraying painters
Jul 9, 2023
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9 minutes read
The question I propose above is answered simply by consulting Wikipedia, as it is now well established, certain, and somewhat taken for granted how the genre of the portrait...
Artist Portraits
Frob, the artistic investigation that transforms the human face
Apr 13, 2022
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4 minutes read
Line, spontaneous writing and experimentation characterize the work of self-taught artist Frob, who aims to generate a multitude of experiences with the human face...
Artist Portraits
Pierre Piton: I started professional photography in the early 1980s
Dec 30, 2023
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4 minutes read
"I started professional photography in the early 1980s. At the time I had a dual role: both a judicial investigator and a photographer within the same institution: the Gendarmerie."...
Artist Portraits
Vanya Georgieva: The Song of the Soul on Canvas
Dec 4, 2024
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4 minutes read
Vanya Georgieva is a Bulgarian artist with a luminous and unique style, founder of the “Rainbow Art” movement, whose oil works radiate positive energy thanks to her butterfly touch technique. Her art, recognized for its emotional and visual power, represents an excellent investment due to its unique signature and growing value.
Artist Portraits
Roy Lichtenstein: Icon of Pop Art and Cultural Transformation
Jun 28, 2024
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10 minutes read
Roy Lichtenstein was a pivotal American artist known for pioneering the Pop Art movement in the 1960s. His work often featured bold, comic book-inspired imagery rendered with Ben-Day dots, challenging traditional distinctions between high and low culture.
Art News
After first appearing in New York, a €10 million 24-karat gold cube sculpture appears in Venice
Apr 22, 2022
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2 minutes read
Passers-by are invited to interact with the work, but it is only on display for one day.
Artist Portraits
Alex Loskutov, computer collages
Oct 5, 2022
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5 minutes read
Alex Loskutov's figurative investigation, belonging to the computer collage pointillism style, is distinguished by the unprecedented technique resulting from the "assemblage" of car license plates or music albums...
Artist Portraits
Guido Lötscher: Mark Rothko's "Metaphysical" Color Field Painting
Feb 4, 2025
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5 minutes read
"A profound change in the company's philosophy and my desire for a professional reorientation led me, after careful consideration of various career options, to finally dedicate myself to freelance visual arts in 2015 – the realization of a childhood dream..."
Lifestyle
Paul Allen: From Microsoft Corporation to art
Oct 6, 2023
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11 minutes read
An auction featuring dozens of artworks by renowned artists like Paul Cézanne and Vincent van Gogh has culminated in an astonishing total of $1.5 billion...
Artist Portraits
Isabelle Lebret, the monochrome that reveals the geography of bodies
Nov 12, 2022
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5 minutes read
The monochrome: The use of a single color, in gradation from shadow to light, in a way prolongs the experience with Isabelle Lebret's clay, because there is a parallel between her work and sculpture. ..
Artist Portraits
Shōichi Hasegawa: A Master of Visual Expression
Jul 19, 2024
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5 minutes read
Shōichi Hasegawa is a contemporary Japanese artist known for his distinctive and captivating manner. His work blends traditional techniques with modern innovations, creating a unique visual language that invites viewers on a sensory and introspective journey...
Art News
Argentina's new president, Javier Milei, swiftly abolishes the culture ministry within 24 hours of assuming office
Dec 18, 2023
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3 minutes read
The newly elected far-right president demonstrated his authority by cutting the government ministries in half and devaluing the peso by 50% in response to the nation's economic challenges...
Art History
Édouard Manet
Jun 1, 2023
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12 minutes read
Édouard Manet (1832-1883) was a French painter and a key figure in the transition from Realism to Impressionism. He is known for his innovative approach, which challenged artistic conventions and depicted scenes from contemporary life with a unique style that left a lasting impact on the art world.
Lifestyle
Steve Cohen: The Hedge Fund Titan and Art Collector
Sep 27, 2023
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6 minutes read
Steve Cohen is a prominent American hedge fund manager known for his ownership of the New York Mets baseball team and as the founder of Point72 Asset Management. Additionally, he is recognized as an art collector, with a collection valued at approximately $1 billion.
Art History
Exploring the Influence of Art Movements on Cinema: From Surrealism to Pre-Raphaelites
Mar 4, 2025
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6 minutes read
Art movements such as Surrealism, Pre-Raphaelitism, Cubism, and Futurism have profoundly influenced the aesthetic and narrative styles of modern cinema. Filmmakers incorporate elements from these artistic traditions to create visually captivating and thought-provoking films, blending the worlds of visual art and storytelling.
Lifestyle
Jorge and Darlene Pérez: a significant contributions to the Miami art scene
Dec 21, 2023
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11 minutes read
Real-estate magnate Jorge M. Pérez had already established himself as a prominent figure in Miami long before a somewhat controversial decision in 2013 to rename the Miami Art Museum in his honor caused a stir...
Art News
Museum Curator's Dark Secret Exposed – Stolen Artifacts Sold on eBay!
Aug 18, 2023
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3 minutes read
Veteran curator Peter John Higgs is revealed as the alleged mastermind behind missing and damaged artifacts at the British Museum, suspected of selling uncategorized items on eBay. The scandal prompts an independent security review while concerns arise about the fate of the artifacts and the safety of other contested items in the collection
Art News
$4 Thrift Shop Find Reveals $250,000 Hidden Treasure by N. C. Wyeth
Sep 1, 2023
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3 minutes read
Thrift store discovery: A $4 painting found in New Hampshire was identified as a N. C. Wyeth illustration worth up to $250,000, set for auction. The artwork depicts a scene from the 1939 edition cover of Helen Hunt Jackson's novel 'Ramona', capturing the attention of collectors and art enthusiasts.
Art History
Gustave Courbet
May 10, 2023
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14 minutes read
Jean Désiré Gustave Courbet was a French painter who led the Realism movement in French painting during the 19th century...
Art History
Paul Cézanne
May 19, 2023
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14 minutes read
Paul Cézanne was a French artist and painter who lived from 1839 to 1906. He was known as a Post-Impressionist artist whose work introduced new forms of representation and influenced the artistic movements of the early 20th century...
Art History
Behind Masterpieces: Dante and Virgil by William Bouguereau
Nov 19, 2021
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6 minutes read
Welcome to the Darkness, where a terrible spectacle is played out: discover a fierce fight between two bodies in tension, a scene resplendent with a cold, white light. Today, Artmajeur decrypts for you a masterpiece of dark romanticism: Dante and Virgil by William Bouguereau, painted in 1850.
Lifestyle
Bernard Arnault: A Connoisseur's Passion for Art and Luxury
Sep 21, 2023
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6 minutes read
Bernard Arnault is a French billionaire businessman, known for his leadership in the luxury goods industry as the chairman and CEO of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE, the world's largest luxury goods company. He is also recognized for his significant art collection and philanthropic contributions to the arts and culture.
Artist Portraits
Dmitry Oleyn: Drawing is a part of my soul
May 14, 2024
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6 minutes read
"Drawing is a part of my soul. Without painting, I cannot see either my past or my future. When I was a child, drawings were literally everywhere—in the wallpaper of my room, in school notebooks. My parents immediately realized that they were raising an artist and supported me when I entered the Art University."...
Artist Portraits
Cyril Emmanuel, aka X the Villain: An artist at the crossroads of traditions and futures
Feb 28, 2025
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4 minutes read
X the Villain is a powerful Nigerian artist who blends African traditions, contemporary art, and social engagement to create powerful, immersive, and deeply human works. Investing in his work means supporting a rising voice redefining the contours of global art with power and authenticity.
Art News
Two Protestors Detained for Placing Posters Near "Liberty Leading the People" Artwork in the Louvre
May 10, 2024
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2 minutes read
Two members of Riposte Alimentaire were arrested after protesting at the Louvre by placing stickers around the recently restored "Liberty Leading the People" by Eugène Delacroix...
Artist Portraits
Oleksandr Balbyshev, bright paintings
Aug 31, 2022
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7 minutes read
Oleksandr Balbyshev makes very bright paintings through the use of fluorescent colors, metallic and interferential paints and gold leaf...
Art History
The Luncheon on the Grass by Édouard Manet
Jun 8, 2023
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7 minutes read
"The Luncheon on the Grass" by Édouard Manet is a groundbreaking and controversial painting that challenged artistic conventions with its depiction of a nude woman having a picnic with clothed men. Its provocative composition and departure from traditional norms made it a pivotal work in the history of art.
Art History
The Great Wave off Kanagawa
Apr 3, 2023
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8 minutes read
The Great Wave off Kanagawa, also known as The Wave, is a famous Japanese print created by artist Katsushika Hokusai in 1830. This iconic work is one of the most famous in the history of Japanese art, and is recognized worldwide for its beauty and artistic expression.
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Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: Shōichi Hasegawa
May 25, 2023
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8 minutes read
Moving to Paris and studying at the Hayter studio provided Hasegawa with exposure to European art and the opportunity to fuse his Japanese heritage with Western artistic influences, resulting in a unique fusion of styles and ideas...
Pop Culture
Surrealist Art References in Squid Game
Oct 8, 2021
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7 minutes read
The new South Korean series that beats all the audience records on Netflix is full of details of all kinds and is skilfully inspired by surrealist artists such as Rene Magritte, Salvador Dali or MC Escher: short overview of the artistic references hidden in the series. Spoilers Warning!
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...
Artist Portraits
Exploring Ferruccio Gard's Vibrant Artistry: Color and Geometry in Motion
Jun 21, 2024
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7 minutes read
Ferruccio Gard, a pioneer in Programmed and Kinetic Art since 1969, has globally influenced with vibrant canvases and innovative sculptures. Over five decades, he exhibited at Venice and Architecture Biennales and prestigious institutions like the Museum of Contemporary Art in Buenos Aires and the National Gallery of Modern Art in Rome, showcasing mastery of color, geometric forms, and influential collaborations in neo-constructivist and kinetic art circles.
Art History
Bitcoin and Crypto art explained by the artists of Artmajeur
Jun 18, 2023
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8 minutes read
Collecting is a very ancient phenomenon, so much so that already in the Mesopotamian civilizations, among the royalty and elite classes of the 3rd century B.C...
Art News
Leonardo's Masterpiece 'Salvator Mundi' to Make Historic Debut as NFT
Aug 9, 2023
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3 minutes read
Leonardo da Vinci's iconic "Salvator Mundi," known for its record-breaking $450.3 million price, is set to become an NFT through a partnership between ElmonX and Bridgeman Images. The painting's digital transformation marks a novel chapter in its history, joining other renowned artworks in the NFT space.