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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. 
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Composition with Red, Blue and Yellow by Piet Mondrian
Apr 12, 2023
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6 minutes read
"Composition with Red, Blue, and Yellow" is a painting by the Dutch artist Piet Mondrian, created in 1930. Mondrian's use of a grid of black lines and colored rectangles creates a sense of balance and harmony in the painting. The primary colors of red, blue, and yellow are arranged in a way that suggests movement and energy. It is considered one of the most important works of abstract art and an iconic representation of the De Stijl movement and Neoplasticism style.
Art History
The Art and Spirituality of Pentecost
Mar 27, 2024
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12 minutes read
Pentecost art depicts the descent of the Holy Spirit on the apostles, a key event in Christianity symbolized by tongues of fire, doves and harmonious gatherings, reflecting themes of transformation and unity. These artistic representations span the centuries, enriching Christian culture and spirituality by exploring divine communication and inspiration through a variety of mediums and styles.
Art History
Representations of Yom Kippur in Art
Apr 16, 2024
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10 minutes read
The depiction of Yom Kippur in art reveals how artists have captured themes of repentance, redemption, and solemnity through various media, highlighting iconic works such as Maurycy Gottlieb's "Yom Kippur" and Micha's "Jonah." Bar-Am. These works illustrate the deep impact and spiritual significance of the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.
Artist Portraits
Safwan Dahoul: A Life in Art
Jan 27, 2025
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8 minutes read
With over three decades of artistic practice, Safwan Dahoul has become a prominent figure both regionally and globally. As one of the leading painters in the Arab world, he has consistently shown how contemporary figuration can reflect the psychological and emotional landscapes of a region in perpetual transformation...
Artist Portraits
Xu Bing, the artist who reinvents language and culture
Mar 18, 2025
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6 minutes read
Xu Bing is a contemporary Chinese artist whose work explores the links between writing, communication and cultural identity through iconic pieces such as Book from the Sky and Book from the Ground . Internationally acclaimed and awarded numerous prizes, he navigates between tradition and modernity, East and West, integrating calligraphy, new technologies and monumental installations to question our relationship with language.

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