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

The Art Bog’s list of Scottish Artists. John Brown Abercromby (1843–1929), painter Robert Edmonstone (1794–1834), painter William Gouw Ferguson (1632/3 –…
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…