Leonardo da Vinci

Quentin Massys' The Ugly Duchess - The Story Behind the Famous Satirical Depiction of an Elderly Temptress

Explore The Ugly Duchess by Quentin Massy : its satire, medical mystery, and reunion at the National Gallery in Renaissance exhibition.

27/06/2025

The Exhibition Around Prado's Mona Lisa Sheds New Light on the Original

Discover how the Prado Mona Lisa reveals new insights into Leonardo da Vinci’s studio and the creation of his iconic works.

02/04/2025

What You Need To Know About Leonardo's Vitruvian Man

Discover why the Vitruvian Man is important, a masterpiece by Leonardo da Vinci blending art, science, and geometry.

23/06/2023

A History of Female Nude Paintings

Nus sous les arbres, Franz Marc, 1911 Representing the human body has been one of the major themes throughout art history since prehistoric times. In fact, among the paintings that have marked history, many are nude paintings of bodies, more specifically naked woman. We can take as an example Botticelli’s The Birth of Venus, Courbet’s The Origin of the World…

07/10/2022

5 Famous Fine Art Drawings You Should Know

Who are the great names in fine art drawing? Through 5 famous artists, Artsper invites you to discover some breathtaking artworks!

18/02/2022

What is the Golden Ratio in Art?

A true magic formula that has been seducing people for centuries ! But what is the golden ratio in art? Artsper invites you to discover it!

23/12/2021

Can You Recognize These Famous Bible Stories From Art History?

Discover these famous bible stories are key to understanding the meaning behind early modern art...

06/09/2021

10 Best Quotes by Artists

Quotes are expressed words that have an impact on our thinking. Discover the top 10 artist quotes with Artsper

20/05/2019

Artwork Analysis: The Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci

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.

22/12/2017

The best and the worst of the art world in 2017

Have you lacked the time to follow all the art world happenings this year? Artsper has compiled a quick summary, from the useful to the WTF.

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