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Understanding Picasso's Ceramics
27 Sep 2023
Understanding Picasso's Ceramics
Picasso's pictorial work is amongst the most famous in the world. It is said that there is a before and after Picasso... But do you know the entirety of his œuvre, including his ceramics?
The 8 Most Famous Sculptures by Alberto Giacometti
16 Sep 2023
The 8 Most Famous Sculptures by Alberto Giacometti
Today, join the Artsper team on a journey to discover the 8 most famous sculptures by Alberto Giacometti... Let's take a quick look at the iconic career of the Swiss artist!
A History of Female Nude Paintings
23 Jun 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…
The Arts and Crafts Movement and the Environment
25 Mar 2023
The Arts and Crafts Movement and the Environment
The Arts and Crafts movement was born in 1860s England. Famous for its noble materials and sumptuous floral patterns, discover it here!
5 Famous Bronze Sculptures You Should Know
01 Sep 2022
5 Famous Bronze Sculptures You Should Know
Bronze has long been used by artists to give life to their artistic visions. Join Artsper to find out about 5 bronze sculptures you should know!
10 Contemporary Works of Art to Decorate Your Interior
22 Jul 2022
10 Contemporary Works of Art to Decorate Your Interior
Want to fill your home with pieces of art that will elevate your interior, but don't know where to start? Artsper has curated the perfect list of 10 examples of contemporary art for the home decor that will bring you one step closer to creating your dream home.
Why Do Great Artists Move to New Mexico?
15 Jul 2022
Why Do Great Artists Move to New Mexico?
It is a long-standing artistic tradition to escape into nature to find inspiration. So why did so many famous New Mexico artists choose New Mexico?
How Manet Changed Art History
23 May 2022
How Manet Changed Art History
Édouard Manet impacted the future of art as we know it. Together, let’s explore his change-making career how Manet changed art history!
Sculpture and Allegory
18 May 2022
Sculpture and Allegory
Sculpture and allegory are theoretical concepts of the same design. One could go as far as to say that sculpture is founded in allegory. Discover the world of sculptural allegory with Artsper today!
Why Van Gogh Loved Sunflowers
15 Apr 2022
Why Van Gogh Loved Sunflowers
In the turmoil of everyday life, Van Gogh found light and gave it a prominent place in his work, where dynamic brushstrokes and vivid colors embrace each other. In this artistic ecosystem, a motif emerges: sunflowers.
The Pre-Raphaelites in Nature
10 Mar 2022
The Pre-Raphaelites in Nature
The 19th-century artistic movement, the Pre-Raphaelites was formed in opposition to the widespread influence of the Renaissance Master, Raphael. Let's dive into this natural movement!
Monochrome Art: Why Do Artists Create It?
07 Mar 2022
Monochrome Art: Why Do Artists Create It?
Monochrome art is considered by some as an extreme form of abstraction. Since its emergence in the early 20th century, the genre hasn't ceased to fascinate and inspire viewers... But why do artists create monochrome art?
8 Things to Know About... George Condo
17 Aug 2021
8 Things to Know About... George Condo
George Condo is an American painter. Artsper lets you discover 10 things to know about the cubist pop art artist.
A Brief History of Dance in Art, from Degas to Contemporary Art
23 Jun 2021
A Brief History of Dance in Art, from Degas to Contemporary Art
Whether it be a celebration, ritualistic or an emotional expression, dance, like other forms of art, also plays a significant cultural role. Explore with Artsper how artists have captured this dynamic, ancient art form with our brief history of dance in art.
10 Famous Works of Beach Art From Throughout Art History
07 Jun 2021
10 Famous Works of Beach Art From Throughout Art History
Whether it’s the star of the show or simply a setting, some beach art depictions have earned an iconic place in art history. Discover with Artsper 10 of the most famous beach artworks ever created!
8 American Artists Whose Controversial Art Shocked the World
03 Jun 2021
8 American Artists Whose Controversial Art Shocked the World
Whether it be a brazen political statement or a radical redefinition of art itself, certain pieces throughout the history of art have shaken up the art world. Discover 8 American artists whose controversial art shocked the world with Artsper!
Between Art and Nature: Iconic Artistic Retreats
15 Jun 2020
Between Art and Nature: Iconic Artistic Retreats
Many artists have enjoyed taking artistic retreats far from their daily surroundings to recharge their creativity.
The Seasons in Art: Summer Through the Centuries
10 Jun 2020
The Seasons in Art: Summer Through the Centuries
Retrace the ways in which summer has inspired artists from Antiquity to today!
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