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Ironically, it was the restrictions imposed on women artists which opened the (very much closed) door to Impressionism; a movement which crucially included a woman in its troop of founding members. . Artsper introduces, and celebrates, 10 women Impressionists you really should know. Continue reading 10 Women Impressionists you Should Know
Like art, revolutions also began in the streets, where the urban backdrop provided the means to unite individuals and voice their desires for change. Artsper introduces the ten most famous urban art murals in the world. Continue reading 10 of the Most Famous Urban Art Murals
Despite his renowned artistic status in the 20th century, Dalí’s alternative and complex character went frequently unappreciated by his contemporaries. Artsper, however, has decided to celebrate the Surrealist master’s quirks, and brings you 10 things you simply must know about the artist (and his moustache). Continue reading 10 Things to Know About Salvador Dalí
Edward Hopper’s Nighthawks was completed in 1942 and captures the paradox of loneliness in urban life. Artsper explores the nostalgic depths of this modern masterpiece. Continue reading Artwork Analysis: Nighthawks by Edward Hopper
This year, the Rencontres d’Arles celebrates its 50th birthday. In tribute to its propitious beginnings, this year’s festival will not only honour the photographers of the future, but additionally, the cherished collections from the archives. Artsper explores the 10 photographers not to be missed at this year’s Rencontres d’Arles. Continue reading The Rencontres d’Arles 2019
Modern art as we know it, would arguably not exist without Mondrian’s contribution. Therefore, in honour of this revolutionary theorist, Artsper brings you ten facts about the father of abstract art. Continue reading 10 Things to Know about Piet Mondrian
Watching his beloved city of Vitebsk crumble under the anti-semitic pogroms, Chagall’s whimsical works longingly depict the peasant lifestyle of his home. Although he was a central figure in modernist art, Chagall’s paintings repeatedly paid tribute to tradition and the past. Artsper brings you ten facts about the man behind the flying cows and dancing fiddlers. Continue reading 10 Things to Know about Marc Chagall
Often referred to as an enigma, Malevich was a revolutionary even during the Russian Revolution; shattering conventional thought and exposing a new experimental understanding of reality.
Artsper invites you to discover 10 facts about the man behind the infinite Black Square. Continue reading 10 Things to Know about Kazimir Malevich
Art Basel is one of the most prestigious art fairs in the world, and every year it celebrates artists from the international art world. Collectors, gallerists, cultural institutions and art aficionados, attend the event to discover both emerging and established artists in modern and contemporary art. However, if you can’t get over to Basel from the 13th to the 16th June 2019, fear not, as we’ve brought you our 10 favourite artists exhibiting at Art Basel 2019. Continue reading Our 10 Favourite Artists at Art Basel
Louise Bourgeois’ imposing and monumental sculptures continue to be admired (and feared) in the most prestigious cultural institutions, and Artsper invites you to discover 10 facts about the woman behind the spiders. Continue reading 10 Things to Know about Louise Bourgeois
