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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
Dora Maar is an artist in her own right. Both a painter and a photographer, Maar is unparalleled in her beauty, talent and intelligence. Artsper brings you 10 facts about the fascinating Dora Maar. Continue reading 10 Things to Know about Dora Maar
Since the early 1990s, Africa has witnessed a period of creative flourishing, as more and more international galleries open their doors to African-only exhibitions worldwide. As the continent blooms the art scene does too, and its artistic pollen is being deposited in art markets and institutions across the globe. Artsper takes you on a virtual journey through this magical continent to discover 10 African artists you absolutely must know. Continue reading 10 African Artists You Absolutely Must Know
From Brittany to Provence, discover France’s best sculpture parks. Towering structures coexist alongside pastoral Arcadias, drenching contemporary art’s finest sculpture in any element nature is prepared to offer. Artsper invites you on a virtual tour of France’s best kept cultural secrets. Continue reading France’s 10 Best Sculpture Parks
Irving Penn’s timeless profundity is defined by the simplicity of his works; focussing solely on the subject at hand. Artsper invites you to discover ten facts about the American artist who successfully transformed fashion photography into an accredited form of high art. Continue reading 10 Things to Know about Irving Penn
Known for her colourful sculptures of women, Niki de Saint Phalle is a well-known French artist. Here are 10 things you should know about her. Continue reading 10 Things to Know about Niki de Saint Phalle
