Vasily Kandinsky’s The Blue Mountain (Der blaue Berg), an iconic painting 1908-1909, stands as a treasure at the Guggenheim Museum, revealing the artist’s deep connection to the horse and rider motif and its apocalyptic meaning. This painting marks a turning point in the artistic evolution of Kandinsky, who believed fervently in the transformative power of […]
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Pablo Picasso, whose full name is Pablo Diego José Francisco de Paula Juan Nepomuceno Cipriano de la Santísima Trinidad Ruiz Picasso, was born in Malaga in 1881. This fact is crucial, because despite Picasso’s association with modernity and the avant-garde, his training was classical due to his birth in the late 19th century. Although he
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Vasily Kandinsky, enlightener of 20th century art, achieved his breakthrough with «Picture with an Archer.» This article delves into the vibrant tapestry of this iconic painting, weaving together Russian heritage, Bavarian influences, and Kandinsky’s pioneering turn toward abstraction. Captivating beginnings: Kandinsky’s artistic evolution took its first steps in 1908, amidst the enchanting landscapes of Murnau,
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Georges Braque, a pioneer of Cubism, left an indelible mark on art history with his masterpiece, «Houses at Estaque» (1908). This article delves into the significance of this piece, exploring its historical context, influences and the lasting impact it has had on the art world. Houses at Estaque Artwork Early Cubism: Houses at Estaque marks
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The Inspiration Behind Woman With a Hat Henri Matisse found in his wife, Amélie Noellie Matisse (pictured left), the perfect muse for his masterpiece «Woman With a Hat». Inspired by Amélie’s elegance and sophistication, Matisse captured not only her physical image, but also the essence of her personality. The portrait reflects the deep connection between
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Matisse’s Open Window in Collioure stands as a crucial milestone in the history of modern art. This small but explosive work, painted in 1905, marked the birth of the fauve school, challenging conventions and initiating a chromatic revolution. We will explore in depth the details of this masterpiece, analyzing its historical context, pictorial technique and
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Girl With a Mandolin Picasso’s Artistic Transformation In the summer of 1910, while enjoying a holiday in Cadaqués with his first wife, Fernande Olivier (pictured left), Pablo Picasso created a work that would mark a milestone in his artistic evolution: Girl With a Mandolin. In this period, Picasso underwent a significant transformation, moving away from
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Artist: Giorgio de Chirico
Date: 1914; Paris, France
Media: oil, canvas
Genre: Cityscape
Style: Metaphysical art
Location: Private Collection
Dimensions: 85 x 69 cm
Original Title: Prismes électriques
Date: 1914
Technique: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 250 x 250 cm
Style: Abstract Art, Simultaneism, Orphism
Location: Centre Pompidou
Artist: Raphael
Year: 1509–1511
Type: Fresco
Location: Apostolic Palace, Vatican City
Dimensions: 500 cm × 770 cm (200 in × 300 in)
Artist: Vasily Kandinsky
Title: Improvisation 28 (Second Version)
Date: 1912
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 44 5/16 x 64 inches (112.6 x 162.5 cm)
Artwork Type: Painting
Artist: Salvador Dalí
Medium: Oil on paper
Year: 1925
Dimensions: 105 cm × 74.5 cm (41 in × 29.3 in)
Location: Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, Madrid
Location: Museum of Modern Art, New York
Date: 1910
Movement: Cubist Modernism
Technique: Oil on Canvas
