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A Willem de Kooning's painting, which had been missing for 30 years due to a heist, will be on display this summer at the Getty Center in Los Angeles
Jun 7, 2022
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3 minutes read
On Thanksgiving Day in 1985, the painting was ripped from its frame and torn from its backing during a daylight robbery at the University of Arizona Museum of Art.
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David Geffen: the most valuable art accumulation in sole ownership
Sep 27, 2023
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7 minutes read
David Lawrence Geffen, born on February 21, 1943, is a prominent figure in the American business landscape. He is widely recognized as a business tycoon, film industry luminary, and the mastermind behind the establishment of several influential record labels and film ventures...
Art History
The Revenge of Women in Abstract Art: 10 Artists to Discover
Oct 8, 2024
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13 minutes read
Abstract art is often associated with great male masters like Pollock, Kandinsky, and Mondrian, but women artists have also made revolutionary contributions, despite being less well-known. This exploration finally brings to light some of the most important female figures in the movement...
Artist Portraits
Horst Antes: A Master of Figurative Expression and Abstract Exploration
Aug 1, 2024
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4 minutes read
Horst Antes is a renowned German painter, sculptor, and graphic artist known for his innovative fusion of figurative and abstract styles. He is best recognized for his iconic "Kopffüßler" figures, which have become a central motif in his work, exploring themes of identity and human existence.
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The Art and Influence of Ladislas Kijno
Aug 16, 2024
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5 minutes read
Ladislas Kijno was a pioneering French painter known for his innovative contributions to abstract and informal art, deeply influenced by his philosophical exploration of gesture, movement, and color.
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A Marilyn Monroe portrait by Andy Warhol could fetch a record-breaking $200 million
Mar 23, 2022
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One of Andy Warhol's iconic Marilyn Monroe portraits could fetch $200 million. The Pop artist created dozens of images of the Hollywood star in the 1960s. The 40-square-inch "Shot Sage Blue Marilyn" will be auctioned in New York this May.
Artist Portraits
Karin Vermeer: The alchemy between digital and material
Mar 17, 2025
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3 minutes read
Karin Vermeer is a Dutch artist who combines digital art and traditional painting to create recomposed portraits and deeply sensory abstract works. Her work is distinguished by a unique technique, rich textures, and a strong aesthetic that appeals to art lovers and collectors alike.
Art History
4 Women Artists Overshadowed by their Husband's Fame
Apr 30, 2021
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13 minutes read
Unjustly relegated to the rank of simple muses, accomplices or impresarios, these artists' wives were above all artists. Today, we highlight four women who were arbitrarily forgotten for several decades, by fear or contempt.
Artist Portraits
Chantal Proulx, Abstract expressionism full of energy
Apr 20, 2022
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4 minutes read
Pencil, graphite and charcoal lines are often used in the paintings of self-taught artist Chantal Proulx to create colorful, joyful works full of movement and energy...
Artist Portraits
Donald Baechler: The Artist Between Neo-Expressionism and Pop Art
Sep 11, 2024
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5 minutes read
Donald Baechler was an influential American painter and sculptor associated with the Neo-expressionist movement of the 1980s. Raised in a Quaker family, Baechler developed an early interest in art, influenced by his maternal grandmother. After studying at the Maryland Institute College of Art and Cooper Union, he moved to Germany, where he embraced Neo-expressionism....
Artist Portraits
Harold Ancart: Architectural Abstraction in Nature
Oct 8, 2024
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5 minutes read
Explore Harold Ancart's unique blend of abstraction, landscapes, vibrant colors, minimalism, and architecture. Discover how he transforms nature into striking contemporary art.
Artist Portraits
Evelyn La Starza: painting is a necessity
Jun 25, 2024
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5 minutes read
"I studied art history in school but as an artist I am completely self-taught, I started experimenting with materials and techniques at a young age."...
Artist Portraits
Glenn Brown: Master of Visual Metamorphosis
Sep 20, 2024
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6 minutes read
Glenn Brown is a highly acclaimed British contemporary artist celebrated for his intricate reimagining of art historical references, pushing the boundaries of painting and sculpture through bold appropriation and transformation. Renowned for his detailed, often surreal works, Brown has exhibited at prestigious institutions worldwide, and his pieces are held in major public collections such as the British Museum, Tate, and MoMA.
Artist Portraits
Maria Esmar: I believe that every artist has a unique touch
Dec 17, 2024
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7 minutes read
"I believe that every artist has a unique touch as we all have different personalities and the way we all express ourselves is unique in every way imaginable, as each painting is driven more by our feelings and all the visual information we soak from the outside world, the paintings I create can differ in style and I even though I start a painting based on an idea the painting always takes a twist and surprises me in the becoming..."
Artist Portraits
Bosco Sodi: The Artist of Material and Essence
Sep 4, 2024
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6 minutes read
Bosco Sodi is a Mexican contemporary artist celebrated for his focus on raw materials and their inherent beauty. His works explore texture, form, and the unpredictability of natural processes. By using materials like clay, sawdust, and pure pigments, Sodi creates paintings and sculptures that emphasize the physicality of the medium, embracing imperfection and the uncontrolled forces of nature...
Art History
5 Most Emblematic Artworks of Pop Art
Mar 12, 2021
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6 minutes read
Come on board with us to discover 5 artworks that laid the foundations of an innovative and still profoundly current artistic movement: today, it's Pop!
Art History
Portrait of Chaïm Soutine
Mar 10, 2023
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7 minutes read
A young man is sitting with his hands on his legs and facing forward. His eyes are turned to the left, and he seems to be thinking about something long ago. Then, he combed and arranged his long, dark hair, leaving only a small wisp on the left side of his forehead...
Artist Portraits
Jason Martin: Contemporary Artist & Monochromatic Painter
Oct 28, 2024
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7 minutes read
Jason Martin, born in Jersey in 1970 and based between London and Portugal, explores minimalist painting through controlled yet expansive use of color, brushwork, and medium. His works range from vibrant, swirling compositions to muted, carefully blended abstractions...
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
JonOne: Evolution from Harlem to Paris
Jul 4, 2024
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8 minutes read
JonOne, born John Andrew Perello in 1963, transitioned from exploring graffiti art in Harlem to becoming a globally recognized figure based in Paris, blending street art with abstract expressionism and showcasing his vibrant works in prestigious galleries worldwide, thereby solidifying his legacy in contemporary urban art.
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Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: Horst Antes
Jun 11, 2023
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10 minutes read
Horst Antes, born on October 28, 1936, in Heppenheim, Germany, is a renowned German artist and sculptor...
Artist Portraits
Richard Prince: an acclaimed American painter and photographer
Mar 24, 2025
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Richard Prince, an acclaimed American painter and photographer born on August 6, 1949, initially created drawings and collages in the mid-1970s which he later rejected. He gained notable recognition for "Untitled (Cowboy)", a rephotograph of a Sam Abell image from a cigarette ad, which became the first of its kind to sell for over $1 million at a Christie's New York auction in 2005...
Lifestyle
Steve Martin: obsessive collector
Sep 11, 2023
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11 minutes read
Not widely recognized is the fact that Steve Martin, the renowned Hollywood actor and comedian, is a dedicated connoisseur of art. He is a frequent patron of art galleries and the global art fair scene, and his passion for collecting art dates back to his early years...
Art History
Abstract art explained simply: Germany, France, America and Holland
Dec 3, 2024
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12 minutes read
"Abstract art is like drawing what you feel or imagine, without having to show something real. There are no recognizable houses or people, but shapes and colors that tell emotions or ideas. It's a bit like saying, 'I’m not showing you a tree, but what the idea of a tree makes me feel.'"...
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See What's Trending: The Most Popular Styles on Artmajeur!
Apr 16, 2024
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13 minutes read
The best-selling styles and genres on Artmajeur are: Pop Art, Street Art, Abstract Art, Portraiture, and Landscape. Do you want to know the reason why most collectors choose these trends or subjects?...
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
The Difficult Distinction between Realism and Hyperrealism in Art
Jul 9, 2024
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What is one of the most difficult concepts to understand in the history of art? The answer, ladies and gentlemen, lies in the complicated and at times exasperating differentiation between Realism and Hyperrealism. But fear not! We will shed light on this artistic conundrum with examples provided to us by the talented artists of Artmajeur...