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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
The year 2019 marks 500 years since da Vinci’s death. To mark this monumental occasion, Artsper takes you back in time to find out more about the woman behind the smile. Continue reading Artwork Analysis: the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci
Characterised by expressive and non-representative subject matter, abstract art developed during the 20th century. The use of colour and shapes are central to this movement, where focus is placed not on the purpose of the motif but rather the shape of it. Artsper invites you to discover 10 of the best abstract artists. Continue reading 10 Abstract Artists to Know
Although less favourable than the almighty painting or installation, sculpture is still widely explored by contemporary artists. We bring you the 10 contemporary sculptors you should know. Continue reading 10 Contemporary Sculptors to Know
Artsper brings you the 10 most expensive contemporary artists of the moment, and we’ve even thrown in some extra information on all of them! Continue reading The 10 Most Expensive Living Artists
His hypnotising blue works are in every major museum across the world, and are a testament to the artist that revolutionised the 20th century art scene. Artsper invites you to discover 10 remarkable facts about the incredible life and work of Yves Klein. Continue reading 10 Things to Know about Yves Klein
