Art History

December 4, 2021

5 Paintings by Egon Schiele That Showcase the Austrian Artist’s Striking Style

Austrian painter Egon Schiele was a major figurative painter of the 20th century. Within his short career, he created over 3,000 works on paper and around 300 paintings on canvas. Best known for his contorted portraits, Schiele rejected society’s conventional view of beauty and preferred to capture the true—and often ugly and explicit—emotions of his subjects.

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November 28, 2021

5 Famous Historical Tapestries That Weave Detailed Stories in Thread

One of the oldest forms of textile art, tapestry weaving was a prominent craft from the second half of the 14th century to the end of the 18th century. In Europe, the period saw the production of large wall tapestries that were typically owned by royals and the elite. Kings, queens, and aristocrats often used them to decorate both indoor and public spaces to display their wealth.

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November 25, 2021

10 Famous Abstract Paintings Every Art Lover Should Know

After centuries of tradition, abstract artists sought to make paintings that didn't abide by conventional “rules” like naturalism and perspective. This radical style resulted in powerfully lyrical paintings that emphasized color, composition, and emotion. Dutch painter Piet Mondrian, for example, created Composition with Red, Blue, and Yellow, which eloquently sums up his aesthetic philosophy utilizing straight lines and primary colors.

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November 17, 2021

20 Famous American Artists You Should Know

Compared to countries like Italy and France, American art is still relatively new. Over the course of a couple of hundred years, however, there have been quite a number of influential artists that have originated from the States, or immigrated there at some point in their lives. How many American artists do you know?

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