Art History : 277 Articles

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The Rhythms of Modernity: Piet Mondrian's Artistic Evolution

The Rhythms of Modernity: Piet Mondrian's Artistic Evolution

Artist portraits • 10 minutes read
Piet Mondrian, a Dutch painter, is best known for his pioneering role in abstract art. His work is characterized by a reduction of form and color, focusing on straight lines, geometric shapes, and primary colors...
Summer on Canvas: The 10 Seascapes Not to Be Missed

Summer on Canvas: The 10 Seascapes Not to Be Missed

Art history • 15 minutes read
Our selection of famous seascapes, performed by some of the best-known masters of all time, is precisely designed to see you on a lounger or in front of the fan dreaming of the sound of the ocean...
José Roberto Teixeira Leite Junior: I've been involved in the world of the arts since I was a child

José Roberto Teixeira Leite Junior: I've been involved in the world of the arts since I was a child

Artist portraits • 7 minutes read
"Ever since I was a child, I've been involved in the world of the arts, especially the plastic arts, as I'm the son of an art critic and writer who is highly respected in Brazil, as well as being his fourth child, all of whom have had a lot of art in their lives, in the most varied conceptions"...
Dado: An Artist of the Imagination and Violence

Dado: An Artist of the Imagination and Violence

Art history • 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.
Under the Eiffel Tower: French Art Movements Explored through Artmajeur

Under the Eiffel Tower: French Art Movements Explored through Artmajeur

French art history • 15 minutes read
France has been the cradle of numerous revolutionary art movements. From the Gothic of the 12th century to the Rococo of the 18th century, these movements have transformed art and architecture. In the 19th century, the Barbizon School and Realism introduced a more realistic representation of nature and daily life. The focus of this article will be on Impressionism, Cubism, Surrealism, and Free Figuration, analyzing works present on Artmajeur...
Keith Haring: The Vibrant Voice of Street Art

Keith Haring: The Vibrant Voice of Street Art

Artist portraits • 14 minutes read
Keith Haring was an iconic American artist known for his vibrant, bold, and energetic artwork that often featured a mix of symbols, figures, and patterns. His unique style transcended traditional art boundaries, transforming everyday urban spaces into dynamic canvases...
In the Realm of Joan Miró's Imagination

In the Realm of Joan Miró's Imagination

Artist portraits • 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...
Holy Artistry: Unveiling the Spiritual Canvas at Niiname-sai

Holy Artistry: Unveiling the Spiritual Canvas at Niiname-sai

art history • 10 minutes read
Niiname-sai, also known as the Harvest Festival, is not only a significant religious ceremony within the Shinto tradition but also a celebration rich in artistic expression. This festival showcases a variety of traditional Japanese artworks and artifacts...
Exploring Innovation: 10 Asian Artists Not to Miss on Artmajeur

Exploring Innovation: 10 Asian Artists Not to Miss on Artmajeur

art history • 11 minutes read
It's time to immerse yourself in the creations of both emerging and established artists on Artmajeur, who are continuing to redefine what it means to be an Asian artist in the contemporary scene with their particularly innovative styles...
Mooncakes to Lanterns: Artistic Symbols of the Mid-Autumn Celebration

Mooncakes to Lanterns: Artistic Symbols of the Mid-Autumn Celebration

art history • 11 minutes read
The Zhongqiu Festival, or Mid-Autumn Festival, is celebrated with a rich tapestry of religious and cultural art forms, each carrying deep symbolic meanings. This festival, deeply rooted in Chinese tradition, showcases a variety of artistic expressions that encompass moon worship, offerings to the moon, and the display of lanterns, all of which play crucial roles in the festivities.

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