Art History

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Major photographer: Cindy Sherman

One of the most important photographers of the twentieth century, Cindy Sherman's photographs challenged ideas of identity, storytelling and female social roles.

04/11/2017

A short history of the selfie

No, the selfie wasn't invented by millennials! Before the smartphone era, selfies were called self-portraits. And, just like selfies, self-portraits exasperated more than a few people (they even got on Baudelaire’s nerves). Travel back in time with Artsper, escape the modern-day selfie and discover it’s long history. Who took the first selfie ? The story of the first selfie is the…

02/11/2017

10 Things you should know about Andy Warhol

Andy Warhol is one of the most famous artists of the 20th century. As a pioneer of Pop Art, not only did Andy Warhol influence numerous artists, but he also left his mark on Hollywood.

11/10/2017

7 things you did not know about Egon Schiele

The Austrian artist Egon Schiele is known for his haunting portraits and nudes... Here are 7 facts you should know about this renowned expressionist painter.

03/07/2017

6 Middle Eastern artists to follow

Artsper regularly invites you to discover the art scene of a country or region through the work of its most influential contemporary artists. This week, we take a look at five of the leading figures from the Middle East art scene. #1 ABDALLA OMARI ©Abdalla Omari Abdalla Omari is the Middle Eastern artist everyone has been talking about in recent weeks.…

22/06/2017

10 Photographers you need to follow

Zoom in on the future of photography. In keeping with their commitment to emerging artists, Artsper have selected 7 photographers you need to follow

22/05/2017

Contemporary nudes inspired by the history of art

In a more or less obvious way, several contemporary artists play with references from the history of art in their works. Nudes are not an exception to this trend! This month, Artsper proposes you to test your knowledge of nudes in the history of art... Through works of contemporary art that make direct reference to it ! Are you able to recognize the…

15/05/2017

7 Things to Know about... Marcel Duchamp

Marcel Duchamp is an artist who revolutionized the art world in the 20th century. Artsper presents 7 things you should know about him!

28/04/2017

The modern art movements you should know

With the transition to the twentieth century, modern art took off. Picasso, Matisse, Kandinsky, Malevitch, the Delaunay and all the others constituted a flourishing vanguard that was divided in numerous artistic currents during the first half of the century. The experiments were multiplied by painters who always ventured farther into the unknown…To immerse yourself in all the artistic movements that…

24/04/2017

10 Things To Know About Jackson Pollock

Jackson Pollock is the father of abstract expressionism the king of the “all-over”. Learn more about this iconic artist!

04/04/2017

Art Paris Art Fair: our 2017 favourites

After the previous editions where Asia was under the limelight, it’s Africa’s turn this year. An opportunity to discover artistic richness of a pluralist Africa through a selection of galleries and artists from the African continent but also the diasporas.

17/03/2017

The works that have marked the History of art

What are the works that have marked the history of (modern and) contemporary art? After moving away from classical art, these revolutions have opened new fields and infinite freedom. Avant-garde, revolutionary, audacious… they all marked a style. Duchamp, Picasso, Christo, Anish Kapoor, JR, have one thing in common; their status of pioneers. Artsper has selected 11 of these works and…

15/03/2017

A lesson in style: Le Corbusier and L'Esprit Nouveau

Consecrated recently now that his work is inscribed on the UNESCO's World Heritage List, Le Corbusier bequeathed a school of thought and buildings that make him a crucial figure in modern architecture. The genius of Le Corbusier resides in his simple and "bare" conception of architecture, so that it serves the needs of its time rather than outdated stylistic diktats.…

15/02/2017

10 Dutch Artists to Keep Up with

Artsper sails on the Dutch wave, so keep up with each dutch artist of this list. They share the same taste for the out of sync aspects and the poetry.

26/01/2017

Between Comics and Contemporary Art: 7 Artists to Follow

They gave each other a cold shoulder a few years ago, today comics seem to flirt around with contemporary art. A delightful union which triggers new artistic experiences. During the Angouleme festival this week, Artsper would like to offer you its selection of great contemporary comic names. 1. RICHARD McGUIRE : HOPPER OF COMICS Image from the novel «Ici», Richard McGuire, 2014, © Richard McGuire…

22/12/2016

The Art Market: 2016 Sales Record

1 million, 10 millions….60 ? How much can a work of art cost? Many people agree that art does not know crisis, unlike other markets or business, which are naturally linked to the social and economic circumstances. Nevertheless, the fervor and euphoria of 2015 is over and this year prices went down. Claude Monet’s piece Meule ranks first place in…

14/10/2016

How can Abstract Expressionism be defined?

From Mark Rothko's monochromes to Jackson Pollock's chaotic paintings... Abstract Expressionism encompasses artists that, at first glance, seem to have nothing in common in their ways of painting.

06/09/2016

Design... is it art?

In honor of Paris Design Week which is taking place from September 3 to 10, here is a brief historical look into design and a possible interpretation of its fundamental "nature". "Minor art", fine art or mere technique ? With the onset of time and throughout different art movements, what design refers to has evolved a lot - along with…

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