Artist Portraits
The Colorful World of Pierre Ambrogiani
Aug 14, 2024
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7 minutes read
Pierre Ambrogiani (1907-1985) was a renowned French painter, engraver, and sculptor known for his vibrant, cubist-fauvist depictions of Mediterranean landscapes and rural life, leaving a lasting legacy in the art world with over 1,500 works.
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Police in Brazil discover a stolen painting worth nearly €50 million under a bed
Aug 11, 2022
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3 minutes read
Artwork discovered during a police raid on the home of an alleged con artist involved in a heist based on bogus predictions of a phony clairvoyant.
Artist Portraits
Valerio Adami: A Modern Master of Figurative Art
Jul 26, 2024
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6 minutes read
Valerio Adami, an eminent Italian painter, is celebrated for his distinctive style that combines elements of Pop Art, surrealism, and figurative art. His bold use of color and sharp lines create striking images that are both thought-provoking and visually captivating. Adami’s work often explores themes of human existence, mythology, and literature, making him a prominent figure in contemporary art...
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Frédéric Menguy: A Master of Color and Imagination in 20th-Century French Art
Aug 19, 2024
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5 minutes read
Frédéric Menguy was a French painter and lithographer associated with the School of Paris, known for his vibrant, figurative works that blend abstraction with colorful, dynamic compositions. He gained recognition for his whimsical depictions of femininity, circus themes, and abstract landscapes, and was a prominent figure in the 20th-century French art scene.
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Luciano Castelli: A Multifaceted and Provocative Artist
Sep 3, 2024
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11 minutes read
Luciano Castelli is a Swiss artist renowned for his multidisciplinary creative expression, which encompasses painting, sculpture, photography, and performance art. Castelli stands out for his bold and provocative approach, marked by a continuous exploration of identity and the human body...
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Kristin Baker – The colorful explosion of contemporary painting
Feb 18, 2025
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5 minutes read
Kristin Baker is an American contemporary painter , known for her dynamic and abstract compositions that capture the energy of movement. Her unique style, combining acrylic paint on PVC , bold colors and layering, has earned her a prominent place in contemporary art . Her work is inspired by futurism , pop art and geometric abstraction.
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Gary Hume: Modern Art Through Everyday Objects
Dec 3, 2024
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8 minutes read
Gary Hume is a British contemporary artist renowned for his minimalist, high-gloss paintings and bold use of color, often blending abstraction and figurative elements. A key figure in the Young British Artists (YBA) movement, he gained prominence with his Door Paintings and continues to explore themes of form, light, and surface in his work.
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Charles Arnoldi: Innovating Abstract Art Through Material and Form
Sep 4, 2024
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5 minutes read
Charles Arnoldi is an American contemporary artist known for his abstract paintings, sculptures, and prints, utilizing a diverse range of materials including sticks, wood, and bronze. His innovative approach blends painting and sculpture, often exploring the boundaries between these mediums through dynamic, textured compositions.
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Peter Klasen: The Art of Industrial Contrasts and Urban Narratives
Jul 11, 2024
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6 minutes read
Peter Klasen is a German artist known for his collage-like Pop Art paintings and prints. His work is featured in major museums worldwide, including the Musée d'Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris and the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
Art History
Realism and Surrealism: The Human Being Between Reality and Dream
Apr 22, 2025
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7 minutes read
Realism, rooted in the 19th century, depicts the human body in real and often harsh contexts, emphasizing social injustices, as seen in Daumier’s Rue Transnonain. In contrast, 20th-century Surrealism, influenced by Freud’s psychoanalysis, uses dreams and the unconscious to transform the human body into a symbol of desires and fears...
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Ugo Nespolo: An Icon of Contemporary Italian Art
Jul 10, 2024
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8 minutes read
Ugo Nespolo, born in Mosso Santa Maria on August 29, 1941, pursued his passion for art early, studying at the Accademia Albertina di Belle Arti in Turin. He later expanded his intellectual scope by earning a degree in Modern Literature from the University of Turin, enriching his art with deeper thematic elements...
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.
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Beatriz Milhazes: Vibrant Abstractions and the Fusion of Brazilian Culture and Modernism
Nov 4, 2024
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8 minutes read
Beatriz Milhazes is a Brazilian contemporary artist celebrated for her vibrant, colorful abstractions that merge Brazilian cultural motifs with modernist influences. Her work, characterized by intricate patterns, floral designs, and layered compositions, captures a dynamic fusion of global and local aesthetics.
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From Bad Painting to Computer Painting: The Evolution of Albert Oehlen
Jan 15, 2025
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8 minutes read
Albert Oehlen is a renowned German artist known for his innovative approach to abstract and figurative painting, blending traditional techniques with digital art. His work, often associated with the "Bad Painting" movement, challenges conventional notions of beauty and artistic expression.
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Mr. Brainwash: The Rise of a Street Art Phenomenon
Jul 2, 2024
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8 minutes read
Mr. Brainwash is a contemporary street artist known for his provocative and often satirical artworks that blend elements of pop culture and street art. He gained widespread recognition through his association with Banksy and the documentary film "Exit Through the Gift Shop."
Art History
Dado: An Artist of the Imagination and Violence
Jul 2, 2024
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9 minutes read
Dado, a Montenegrin artist naturalized French, left his mark on contemporary art with his eclectic style mixing surrealism, art brut and free figuration, exploring themes of violence, monstrosity and imagination. His work, widely exhibited and criticized, continues to influence contemporary artists and fascinate the public with its emotional intensity and originality.
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Sandro Chia: Icon of the Italian Transavanguardia Movement
Sep 6, 2024
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9 minutes read
Sandro Chia is a renowned Italian painter and sculptor, recognized for his vibrant and expressive style that blends figurative elements with bold color schemes. He gained prominence as a leading figure in the Transavanguardia movement, which emerged in the late 1970s, advocating for a return to traditional painting techniques and figurative art...
Art History
Piet Mondrian
Apr 6, 2023
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11 minutes read
Piet Mondrian (1872-1944) was a Dutch artist and a pioneer of abstract art. He was closely associated with the De Stijl movement, a Dutch artistic and design movement founded on principles of simplicity and harmony. His signature style, characterized by a grid of vertical and horizontal lines and blocks of primary colors, became the hallmark of the movement.
Art History
The must-haves of the contemporary collector
Nov 12, 2024
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10 minutes read
What works of art cannot be missed in the collection of a 21st century art enthusiast? Today, contemporary collecting is being enriched by new paradigms and perspectives, favoring eco-friendly works, abstract art, modern portraits and street art...
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Francesco Musante: A Journey Through Imaginative Art
Jul 18, 2024
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10 minutes read
Francesco Musante is an Italian painter celebrated for his vibrant and whimsical expression. His art transports viewers to enchanted worlds filled with vivid colors and playful forms, creating a unique narrative that blends fantasy and poetry...
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Marco Lodola: A Master of Light and Color
Jul 8, 2024
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15 minutes read
Marco Lodola is an Italian artist known for his ability to express emotions through the innovative use of light and color. His works are an explosion of vitality, combining elements of pop art with a modern approach to sculpture and painting...
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
Sacred Creations: The Art of Ganesh Chaturthi
May 22, 2024
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13 minutes read
Ganesh Chaturthi, one of India's most celebrated festivals, is as much a cultural spectacle as it is a religious devotion, marked by vibrant displays of artistry that capture the imagination of millions. The festival's artistic expressions are not merely decorative but serve as a medium for storytelling, community bonding, and cultural preservation...
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Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: David Gerstein
Jun 2, 2023
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13 minutes read
David (Dudu) Gerstein, born on 14th November 1944, is an accomplished Israeli artist known for his prowess in painting, sculpture, drawing, and printmaking...
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Mahjoub Ben Bella, an essential artist of contemporary art
Mar 11, 2025
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14 minutes read
Mahjoub Ben Bella is an Algerian artist whose work combines geometric abstraction, traditional influences and a profound exploration of identity and cultural memory. Internationally recognized, he has marked the art scene with his vibrant and committed works, exhibited in prestigious biennials and renowned galleries, thus affirming his essential role in contemporary art in the Maghreb and beyond.
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From Earth to Heaven: Ascension Day in the Visual Arts
Mar 7, 2024
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13 minutes read
The development of religious art related to Assumption Day spans centuries and reflects the evolving theological, cultural, and artistic sensibilities of Christian communities worldwide. From early Byzantine icons to Renaissance masterpieces and beyond...
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Renato Guttuso: A Master of Italian Social Realism
Jul 4, 2024
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13 minutes read
Renato Guttuso was a prominent Italian artist known for his unique way of expressing social realism through painting. His works, characterized by a strong political and social connotation, reflect the struggles and hopes of the Italian people throughout the 20th century...
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Hyun Ae Kang: Bridging Cultures Through Abstract Art
Jul 29, 2024
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8 minutes read
Hyun Ae Kang is a South Korean contemporary artist renowned for her vibrant abstract paintings that blend traditional Korean spiritual themes with Western abstract expressionism. Her work is characterized by a bold use of color and texture, setting her apart from the monochromatic style of the Dansaekhwa movement.
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Georges Braque: Between Cubism and Innovation
Jul 4, 2024
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13 minutes read
Georges Braque is universally acknowledged as one of the founding fathers of Cubism, a movement that revolutionized painting and sculpture in the 20th century...
Art History
The Ten Artmajeur Photographers You Absolutely Can't Miss
Aug 16, 2024
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13 minutes read
Let's discover together the Ten Artmajeur Photographers You Absolutely Can't Miss. On the occasion of International Photography Day, which is celebrated on August 19, let's explore together the extraordinary talents that have captured the attention of curators...
Art History
Paul Klee
Mar 28, 2023
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15 minutes read
Klee was known for his pioneering use of color, which he used to express emotion and mood within his compositions. He was particularly interested in the properties of color and its ability to create harmony and balance within a work of art...
Artist Portraits
Henri Matisse
Mar 15, 2023
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15 minutes read
Matisse's style was characterized by the use of bright and intense colors, as well as simplified forms and strong outlines. He was influenced by Impressionist and Post-Impressionist artists, but he also developed his own technique of using color to create dynamic shapes and movement in his paintings.
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Andrea La Martina: my passion for visual art
Jan 24, 2024
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15 minutes read
"My artistic inspiration arose from the intersection of my career as a computer programming consultant and my passion for visual art. From a young age, I have been fascinated by the limitless possibilities that technology offers in the field of creative expression."...
Art History
How Women Artists Are Redesigning the Artistic Landscape on Artmajeur
Jun 4, 2024
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15 minutes read
The journey of women in the art world has been long and tortuous, often hampered by socio-cultural barriers that limited their recognition until the advent of women's rights movements in the 20th century. Today, platforms such as Artmajeur celebrate and amplify female talent in a wide range of art media...
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Romero Britto: A Master of Color and Joy
Jul 11, 2024
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16 minutes read
Romero Britto is an internationally recognized contemporary artist, renowned for his vibrant, joyful style. His artworks, distinguished by bright colors and bold forms, convey happiness and optimism. Britto's unique visual language merges elements of pop art and cubism, celebrating life and love....
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Color and Beyond: How Modern Art Transformed Reality
Nov 19, 2024
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8 minutes read
Discover how color, from Impressionism to digital art, has liberated art from the confines of visible reality, transforming it into a tool of emotion, symbol, and celebration. This journey through color explores key movements such as Fauvism, monochromes, and Pop Art...