May 2011

Inspiration: “The Blind Beggar,” by Jules Bastien LePage
Bastien-Lepage was born in the village of Damvillers, Meuse, and spent his childhood there. Bastien’s father grew grapes in a vineyard…
Biography: Louise-Catherine Breslau
Louise-Catherine Breslau, born on December 6, 1856, in Munich, Germany, emerged as a prominent Swiss-born portrait painter, celebrated for her ability…
Rooftops of Florence
Florence is known as the “cradle of the Renaissance” (la culla del Rinascimento) for its monuments, churches, and buildings. The best-known…
List of Scottish Artists
Scotland has a rich artistic heritage spanning centuries, with its artists leaving a profound mark on both national and international art.…
Biography: Hector Caffieri
Hector Caffieri (1847-1932) was a British painter known for his watercolor landscapes and coastal scenes. Born in Auteuil, France, he was…
Inspiration: “Vision de Sainte Genevieve,” by Alphonse Osbert
Vision de Sainte Geneviève” by Alphonse Osbert is a masterful painting that captures the mystical and spiritual essence of Saint Genevieve,…
Inspiration: “Girl With a Dog,” by Eero Järnefelt
Järnefelt, Eero (1863 – 1937) painter, professor In addition to Albert Edelfelt and Akseli Gallen-Kallela, Eero Järnefelt is one of Finland’s…
Biography: Wilhelm Amberg
Wilhelm Amberg, a German painter and illustrator, was born on September 2, 1822, in Munich, Bavaria. He became known for his…