Biography: Laurits Tuxen
Laurits Tuxen, a Danish painter born on December 9, 1853, in Copenhagen, emerged as a prominent figure in the Scandinavian art scene during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His artistic…
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Rooftops of Florence
The rooftops of Florence, Italy, offer a captivating panorama that reflects the city’s rich history, architectural splendor, and cultural heritage. As one gazes upon the sea of terracotta tiles and the architectural…
Biography: William Merritt Chase
William Merritt Chase (November 1, 1849 – October 25, 1916) was an influential American painter known for his contributions to Impressionism and his role in shaping American art education. Here’s an overview…
The Rise of Art Therapy: Panacea or Placebo? Here’s What You Need to Know
In recent years, art therapy has seen a surge in popularity. Many people are turning to this form of creative expression as a means of dealing with emotional and mental health challenges.…
Biography: Bertha Wegmann
Bertha Wegmann, a Danish portrait painter, was born on October 17, 1847, in Sognekirke, Denmark. Renowned for her skillful and insightful portraiture, Wegmann achieved acclaim during the late 19th and early 20th…
Biography: Angelo Morbelli
Angelo Morbelli, an Italian painter of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, left an indelible mark on the art world through his mastery of social realism. Born on August 16, 1853,…
Inspiration: “Female Model in a Studio,” by Oscar Björck
Born in Stockholm, from 1877 to 1882, Björck was a student of Edvard Perséus at the Academy where his paintings included Loke fängslas af asarne (Loki imprisoned by Æsir) (1880), Gustaf Vasa…
Colorado: The History of its Art
The earliest art in Colorado was not made for galleries or collectors. It was carved into the bones of the land itself—etched, pecked, and painted into sandstone cliffs, canyon walls, and high…
Sacred Stones: The Architecture of Athens’ Acropolis
Perched high above the heart of Athens, the Acropolis stands as one of the most iconic architectural and cultural landmarks in the Western world. Its name, derived from the Greek “akron” (highest…
Inspiration: “Jaune Femme au Foulard Jaune,” by Félix Vallotton
In 1887 Vallotton presented two portraits at the Salon, the Portrait de Félix Jasinski and Les Parents de l’artiste, which demonstrated his skill but also, by their extreme realism, departed from the traditions of portrait…
Inspiration: “Priestess Of Delphi,” by John Collier
PRIESTESS OF DELPHIJohn Collier27 January 1850 – 11 April 19341891 The Delphic oracle may have been present in some form from 1400 BC, in the middle period of Mycenaean Greece (1600–1100 BC). There is evidence that Apollo…
Chillingham Castle and Its Gothic Legacy
Chillingham Castle stands as one of England’s most foreboding and well-preserved medieval castles. Located in Northumberland, near the Scottish border, it was initially constructed as a monastery in the late 1100s before…
