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St Cecilia with Sts Paul, John Evangelist, Augustine and Mary Magdalene - Raphael - c

St Cecilia with Sts Paul, John Evangelist, Augustine and Mary Magdalene (c. 1513-16) by Raphael

The St. Cecilia Altarpiece is a notable oil painting of the Italian High Renaissance era, by the master artist Raphael. It portrays St. Cecilia, who is regarded as the patron saint of church music and musicians, while listening to an angelic choir in the company of many other significant figures from Christianity. The painting was …

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Virgin and Child enthroned with Sts John the Baptist and Nicholas of Bari (the Ansidei altarpiece) - Raphael - 1505

Virgin and Child enthroned with Sts John the Baptist and Nicholas of Bari (the Ansidei altarpiece) (1505) by Raphael

The Ansidei Altarpiece, also known as the Virgin and Child Enthroned with Sts John the Baptist and Nicholas of Bari, is a sacra conversazione style altarpiece painted by Raphael in 1505 for the Ansidei family chapel in the Servite Church of S. Fiorenzo, Perugia. The painting portrays the Virgin Mary seated on a wooden throne …

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Workshop of Pieter van Aelst (after RAPHAEL) The Miraculous Draught of Fishes Tapestry - Raphael - c

Workshop of Pieter van Aelst (after RAPHAEL) The Miraculous Draught of Fishes Tapestry (c. 1516-19) by Raphael

The Miraculous Draught of Fishes tapestry is a magnificent artwork created by Pieter van Aelst in the Brussels workshop of Heinrich Mattens, about one hundred years after Raphael Sanzio’s creation of the original cartoon. The tapestry depicts fishermen pulling up their nets while Peter and Jesus collect their catch. It is made from silk and …

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Proserpine - Rossetti, Dante Gabriel - 1877 - 2

Proserpine (1877) by Dante Gabriel Rossetti

The artwork “Proserpine” was painted by Dante Gabriel Rossetti in 1874, exemplifying the Symbolism movement. This oil on canvas measures 61 by 125.1 centimeters and represents a mythological painting. Currently, the artwork is housed at Tate Britain in London, United Kingdom. The artwork portrays Proserpine, the Roman goddess of springtime and the queen of the …

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Lady Lilith - Rossetti, Dante Gabriel - 1866–1868 - 3

Lady Lilith (1866–1868) by Dante Gabriel Rossetti

The artwork “Lady Lilith,” by Dante Gabriel Rossetti, is a striking example of the Romanticism movement created between 1866 and 1873. It is a religious painting crafted using various mediums, including gouache, watercolor on paper, and oil on canvas, which now resides at the Delaware Art Museum in Wilmington, DE, US. The dimensions of the …

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The Bower Meadow - Rossetti, Dante Gabriel - 1872 - 2

The Bower Meadow (1872) by Dante Gabriel Rossetti

“The Bower Meadow,” a pastel artwork by Dante Gabriel Rossetti, dates from circa 1871-1872 and exemplifies the Romantic movement in art. This genre painting measures 78.74 x 66.36 cm and is currently housed within the Fitzwilliam Museum at the University of Cambridge in Cambridge, UK. In the artwork, three figures are intricately composed, capturing a …

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The Salutation of Beatrice - Rossetti, Dante Gabriel - 1859 - 2

The Salutation of Beatrice (1859) by Dante Gabriel Rossetti

“The Salutation of Beatrice” is an oil painting completed by Dante Gabriel Rossetti in 1859, which can be classified within the Romanticism movement and identified as a literary painting. The artwork spans 160 cm in height and 74.9 cm in width. It is currently housed at the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa. The artwork …

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Cecil Court, London WC2 (The Refugees) - Kitaj, R

Cecil Court, London WC2 (The Refugees) (1983-84) by R.B. Kitaj

Set in London’s Cecil Court, a street known for its second-hand bookshops and frequented by the artist, R.B. Kitaj, Cecil Court, London Wc2 (The Refugees) is a significant painting that reflects the artist’s increased awareness of his Jewishness. Completed upon Kitaj’s return to London after his wife’s death in 1984, it marks somewhat of a …

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Roses and Jasmine in a Delft Vase - Renoir, Pierre-Auguste - c

Roses and Jasmine in a Delft Vase (c. 1880-1881) by Pierre-Auguste Renoir

The artwork titled “Roses and Jasmine in a Delft Vase” is a magnificent oil on canvas created by the illustrious Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir during the period of 1880-1881. This fine piece of Impressionism measures 32 x 25 5/8 inches (81.5 x 65 cm) and is categorized under the genre of flower painting. It currently …

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Nini in the Garden - Renoir, Pierre-Auguste - 1875-1876 - 2

Nini in the Garden (1875-1876) by Pierre-Auguste Renoir

The artwork titled “Nini in the Garden” was crafted by the masterful hands of Pierre-Auguste Renoir between the years of 1875 and 1876. This oil on canvas is an exemplar of the Impressionist movement, capturing a moment with vibrant brushstrokes and effulgent hues. The genre painting measures approximately 24 3/8 by 20 inches and is …

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Passion (1940-45) Writing - Kitaj, R

Passion (1940-45) Writing (1985) by R.B. Kitaj

R.B. Kitaj’s Passion (1940-45) Writing, created in 1985, is a powerful exploration of human suffering during World War II. The painting depicts a young man, modernized from Rembrandt’s original composition, surrounded by symbols of war and destruction. The figure is filled with anguish and the pain is palpable. Kitaj’s choice to use a Modernized Rembrandt …

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The Autumn of Central Paris (after Walter Benjamin) - Kitaj, R

The Autumn of Central Paris (after Walter Benjamin) (1972-3) by R.B. Kitaj

R.B. Kitaj’s painting “The Autumn of Central Paris” is a figurative piece that portrays the philosopher Walter Benjamin as both the orchestrator and victim of historical madness. The setting is under the canopy of a Parisian café, and it depicts other cultural figures in the background. The artist used expressive techniques, art historical references, and …

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Still Life with Bouquet - Renoir, Pierre-Auguste - 1871 - 3

Still Life with Bouquet (1871) by Pierre-Auguste Renoir

“Still Life with Bouquet,” created by the illustrious artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir in 1871, is an oil on canvas embodying the spirit of the Impressionist movement. Measuring 58.9 by 73.3 centimeters, the artwork delves into the still life genre and is housed at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston (MFAH) in Houston, Texas, United States. The …

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A Mother and Child with Its Head in Her Lap (Maternal Duty) - de Hooch, Pieter - c

A Mother and Child with Its Head in Her Lap (Maternal Duty) (c. 1658-60) by Pieter de Hooch

Pieter De Hooch, a Dutch painter and draftsman during the Dutch Golden Age, depicted a scene of maternal duty in his painting “A Mother and Child with Its Head in Her Lap” which measures 52.5 x 61 cms on oil canvas. Set within the homely confines of a bedroom with an elevated, recessed bed with …

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A Woman Drinking with Two Men, and a Serving Woman - de Hooch, Pieter - c

A Woman Drinking with Two Men, and a Serving Woman (c. 1658) by Pieter de Hooch

Pieter de Hooch’s painting from the Dutch Golden Age depicts a woman drinking with two men and a serving woman. The painting is part of the National Gallery, London’s collection and was documented by Hofstede de Groot in 1908. De Hooch was born in Rotterdam and specialized in paintings of domestic life of women and …

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Peasant wedding - Bruegel, Pieter - c

Peasant wedding (c. 1568) by Pieter Bruegel

Pieter Bruegel the Elder’s painting “The Peasant Wedding” is a masterpiece of 16th-century genre paintings. Bruegel was attracted to simplicity, which led him to depict country life and people in their natural state. This piece is recognized as one of his most famous depictions of peasant life, with several clues suggesting it’s a wedding celebration. …

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The painter and the buyer - Bruegel, Pieter - c

The painter and the buyer (c. 1565) by Pieter Bruegel

Pieter Bruegel’s pen and ink on brown paper painting, The Painter and The Buyer, is thought to be a self-portrait of the artist. Also known as The Artist and The Connoisseur, this painting by the Northern Renaissance artist explores moral messages through its scene. Bruegel often celebrated the common mass of humanity in his paintings. …

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The Procession to Calvary - Bruegel, Pieter - 1564 - 3

The Procession to Calvary (1564) by Pieter Bruegel

“The Procession to Calvary,” created by Pieter Bruegel in 1564, is an exquisite example of Northern Renaissance art executed in oil on panel. Measuring 124 by 170 centimeters, this religious painting is housed at the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, Austria. The artwork captures a significant moment in Christian narratives, presented with remarkable attention to detail …

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Composition blanc, rouge et jaune - Mondrian, Piet - 1936

Composition blanc, rouge et jaune (1936) by Piet Mondrian

Dutch artist Piet Mondrian’s Composition Blanc, Rouge Et Jaune painted in 1936, is a prime example of his pioneering work in Neo-Plasticism. This style involved distilling representations to basic vertical and horizontal elements while seeking balance and harmony through geometric abstraction. What stands out about this painting is Mondrian’s use of only red, yellow, and …

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Composition with Blue, Yellow, Black, and Red - Mondrian, Piet - 1922

Composition with Blue, Yellow, Black, and Red (1922) by Piet Mondrian

Composition with Blue, Yellow, Black, and Red is a painting created by Piet Mondrian in 1922. A co-founder of De Stijl art movement and Neo-Plasticism, Mondrian’s commitment to relational opposites, asymmetry, and pure planes of color is evident in this painting. The artwork features an asymmetrical grid made up of vertical and horizontal lines intersecting …

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Composition with Large Blue Plane, Red, Black, Yellow, and Gray - Mondrian, Piet - 1921

Composition with Large Blue Plane, Red, Black, Yellow, and Gray (1921) by Piet Mondrian

Composition with Large Blue Plane, Red, Black, Yellow, And Gray is a famous 1921 painting by Piet Mondrian that exemplifies his signature style of geometric abstraction. The artwork is constructed from thick black horizontal and vertical lines that delineate the outlines of various rectangular blocks of color or reserve. The composition features one large dominant …

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Composition with Yellow - Mondrian, Piet - 1930 - 2

Composition with Yellow (1930) by Piet Mondrian

The artwork titled “Composition with Yellow” is an exemplar of Piet Mondrian’s pioneering abstract oeuvre, completed in the year 1930. This oil on canvas reflects the distilled principles of Neoplasticism, an art movement dedicated to the fundamental aspects of form and color. With dimensions of 46 by 46.5 cm, the artwork can be viewed at …

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Molen (Mill); Mill in Sunlight - Mondrian, Piet - 1908 - 4

Molen (Mill); Mill in Sunlight (1908) by Piet Mondrian

The artwork “Molen (Mill); Mill in Sunlight” is a striking example of the Neo-Impressionism movement, completed by the renowned artist Piet Mondrian in 1908. This oil on canvas measures 114 by 87 centimeters and is considered a cityscape genre. The vibrant and dynamic painting was created in Le Pouldu, France, and is currently housed at …

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Avond (Evening); Red Tree - Mondrian, Piet - 1908 - 3

Avond (Evening); Red Tree (1908) by Piet Mondrian

“Avond (Evening); Red Tree” is an artwork by Piet Mondrian, created in the period between 1908 and 1910. This piece exemplifies the Neo-Impressionist art movement and is crafted using oil on canvas. The landscape genre painting measures 70 by 99 centimeters. The artwork currently resides at the Gemeentemuseum den Haag in The Hague, Netherlands. The …

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Composition A Composition with Black, Red, Gray, Yellow, and Blue - Mondrian, Piet - 1920

Composition A Composition with Black, Red, Gray, Yellow, and Blue (1920) by Piet Mondrian

Piet Mondrian’s Composition A, 1920 is an early example of his journey into pure geometric abstraction. This painting marries the principles of De Stijl with a simple and stark palette comprised only of primary colors, black and gray. This painting represents Mondrian’s commitment to relational opposites, asymmetry, and a restricted range of colors – manifesting …

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Composition No. II; Composition in Line and Color (1913) by Piet Mondrian

Composition No. II, created by Piet Mondrian in 1913, is the artist’s magnum opus. This piece offers a more organic atmosphere in which lines overlap and curve in a more random fashion. This artwork was designed to show several of Mondrian’s architectural ideals, such as a vertical structure and an emphasis on primary colors. The …

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Composition with Color Planes and Gray Lines 1 - Mondrian, Piet - 1918

Composition with Color Planes and Gray Lines 1 (1918) by Piet Mondrian

The Dutch artist and painter Piet Mondrian is one of the most famous abstract artists in history. Born in Amersfoort, Netherlands in 1872, his artistic career spanned over 50 years and his work has been a great influence on modern art. One of Mondrian’s renowned paintings is titled “Composition With Color Planes And Gray Lines …

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Composition with Yellow, Blue and Red - Mondrian, Piet - 1937-42 - 2

Composition with Yellow, Blue and Red (1937-42) by Piet Mondrian

“Composition with Yellow, Blue and Red” is an abstract artwork by Piet Mondrian, created between 1937 and 1942. The oil on canvas painting exemplifies the Neoplasticism movement, with its adherence to a strictly non-representational form. The artwork measures 72.5 by 69 cm and is currently housed at the Tate Modern in London, UK. This piece …

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Fox Trot; Lozenge Composition with Three Black Lines - Mondrian, Piet - 1929

Fox Trot; Lozenge Composition with Three Black Lines (1929) by Piet Mondrian

One of Piet Mondrian’s most famous pieces, Fox Trot; Lozenge Composition With Three Black Lines was painted by the Dutch-born artist in 1929. It is an instance of Mondrian’s lozenge paintings – where he experimented with the diamond-shaped format starting in 1918. In this painting, the three primary colors – red, yellow and blue are …

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Lozenge Composition with Red, Black, Blue, and Yellow - Mondrian, Piet - 1925 - 2

Lozenge Composition with Red, Black, Blue, and Yellow (1925) by Piet Mondrian

The artwork “Lozenge Composition with Red, Black, Blue, and Yellow” was created by the artist Piet Mondrian in 1925. This piece is an oil on canvas, measuring 77 by 77 centimeters, and currently resides within a private collection. As an embodiment of the Neoplasticism movement, the genre of this work is distinctly abstract, illustrating Mondrian’s …

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Lozenge Composition with Yellow, Black, Blue, Red, and Gray - Mondrian, Piet - 1921

Lozenge Composition with Yellow, Black, Blue, Red, and Gray (1921) by Piet Mondrian

The painting Lozenge Composition With Yellow, Black, Blue, Red, and Gray by Piet Mondrian is an iconic piece of 20th-century art. Created in 1921 and measuring 60x60cm, the artwork features a daring cubism-inspired composition. The Art Institute of Chicago acquired this painting in 1969. Lozenge Composition With Yellow, Black, Blue, Red and Gray marks a …

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Rhythm of Black Lines - Mondrian, Piet - 1935-42

Rhythm of Black Lines (1935-42) by Piet Mondrian

Piet Mondrian was a Modernist painter who began painting using natural landscapes as his subject matter. However, he later experimented with Cubism, which in turn led him towards abstraction. From 1917 to 1944 and concurrent with the creation of his Neo-Plastic paintings, he explained his aesthetic principles of Neo-Plasticism in writings. Among some of his …

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The Adoration of the Golden Calf - Poussin, Nicolas - 1633-36 - 2

The Adoration of the Golden Calf (1633-36) by Nicolas Poussin

The artwork titled “The Adoration of the Golden Calf” was created by the French artist Nicolas Poussin in 1634. This oil on canvas masterpiece is a quintessential example of Classicism, an art movement known for its adherence to the principles of order, clarity, and harmony. The painting is large in scale, with dimensions of 214 …

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La lecture (A Girl Reading) - Renoir, Pierre-Auguste - c

La lecture (A Girl Reading) (c. 1890) by Pierre-Auguste Renoir

Pierre-Auguste Renoir was a French Impressionism artist who became known for his paintings of Parisian life and leisure scenes. One of his famous works is “La Lecture” or “A Girl Reading,” which depicts a young woman reading a book. The oil on canvas painting measures 54 x 67 cm and was created in 1918. Renoir’s …

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Sleeping Girl - Renoir, Pierre-Auguste - 1880 - 2

Sleeping Girl (1880) by Pierre-Auguste Renoir

The artwork “Sleeping Girl” was created by the esteemed French artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir in 1880. Renoir, known for his contributions to the Impressionism movement, employed oil on canvas to bring this portrait to life. It measures 120 by 94 centimeters and features the warm, vibrant brushwork characteristic of Renoir’s style. As of the latest information …

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Danseuse - Renoir, Pierre-Auguste - 1874

Danseuse (1874) by Pierre-Auguste Renoir

Danseuse is an Impressionist painting created by Pierre-Auguste Renoir in 1874. The artwork depicts a young ballerina standing in the fourth position facing sideways, portraying her expertise in dance through a natural posture. Renoir was known for his celebrated portrayals of beauty and feminine sensuality, which can be seen throughout this artwork. The painting is …

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Rocky Crags at l'Estaque (Rochers a l'Estaque) - Renoir, Pierre-Auguste - 1882

Rocky Crags at l’Estaque (Rochers a l’Estaque) (1882) by Pierre-Auguste Renoir

Rocky Crags at L’Estaque is an Impressionism painting created by Pierre-Auguste Renoir in 1882. This artwork was painted while visiting his friend, Paul Cézanne, who also painted several views of the same site. Renoir’s landscape paintings were mostly done in the countryside surrounding Paris; however, this piece depicts the craggy rocks and shoreline at L’Estaque, …

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Le Valhermeil, near Pontoise - Pissarro, Camille - 1880 - 2

Le Valhermeil, near Pontoise (1880) by Camille Pissarro

The artwork titled “Le Valhermeil, near Pontoise,” created by artist Camille Pissarro in 1880, epitomizes the Impressionist movement in its depiction of a natural landscape. This oil on canvas measures 21 1/4 by 25 1/2 inches (54 x 64.7 cm) and is housed in a private collection. Pissarro’s oeuvre often encapsulates the essence of the …

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The Canoeists' Luncheon - Renoir, Pierre-Auguste - 1879-80

The Canoeists’ Luncheon (1879-80) by Pierre-Auguste Renoir

The Canoeists’ Luncheon is an Impressionist painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Created in 1879-80, the painting showcases Renoir’s signature style of relaxed brushwork and dream-like finish. This artwork depicts a group of people enjoying lunch while canoeing on a river, showcasing Renoir’s talent for capturing light and shadow. Renoir was a French Impressionist painter celebrated for …

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Portrait of Bazille - Renoir, Pierre-Auguste - 1867

Portrait of Bazille (1867) by Pierre-Auguste Renoir

Frédéric Bazille, a fellow Impressionist and close friend of Pierre-Auguste Renoir, was painted by the latter in 1867 in a portrait that is currently housed at the Musée d’Orsay in Paris. The painting features Edouard Manet and the other original principal figures of Impressionism, making it an important piece to the history of this movement. …

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A Girl With a Watering Can - Renoir, Pierre-Auguste - 1876 - 3

A Girl With a Watering Can (1876) by Pierre-Auguste Renoir

The artwork “A Girl With a Watering Can” is a quintessential example of Impressionist painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, created in 1876. Employing oil on canvas, Renoir captures the innocence of childhood within a genre painting that measures 73 x 100 cm. This masterpiece is a testament to the Impressionist movement and is presently housed at …

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Beach Scene, Guernsey (Enfants au bord de la mer a Guernesey) - Renoir, Pierre-Auguste - 1883

Beach Scene, Guernsey (Enfants au bord de la mer a Guernesey) (1883) by Pierre-Auguste Renoir

Pierre-Auguste Renoir’s “Enfants au bord de la mer à Guernesey” is a painting that captures the beauty of a sunny day at the beach. Created in 1883, the artwork evokes a windswept atmosphere with colors bleeding into each other. Interestingly, Renoir did not create this masterpiece en plein air but rather from studies he made …

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Jeunes filles au piano (Girls at the Piano) - Renoir, Pierre-Auguste - 1892 - 2

Jeunes filles au piano (Girls at the Piano) (1892) by Pierre-Auguste Renoir

“Jeunes filles au piano” or “Girls at the Piano” is an oil on canvas masterpiece created by Pierre-Auguste Renoir in 1892. The artwork is a quintessential example of the Impressionist movement, characterized by its vibrant use of light and color to capture a moment in time. Measuring 116 cm by 90 cm, this genre painting …

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Le Moulin de la Galette - Renoir, Pierre-Auguste - 1876 - 2

Le Moulin de la Galette (1876) by Pierre-Auguste Renoir

“Le Moulin de la Galette” is an exquisite oil on canvas artwork created by the renowned artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir in 1876. Exemplifying the Impressionist movement, this genre painting depicts a lively scene at the popular outdoor dance hall on the Butte Montmartre in Paris. With dimensions measuring 175 by 131 cm, the artwork currently resides …

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The Luncheon (Le dejeuner) - Renoir, Pierre-Auguste - c

The Luncheon (Le dejeuner) (c. 1879) by Pierre-Auguste Renoir

Pierre-Auguste Renoir’s ‘Luncheon of the Boating Party’ is an impressionist masterpiece completed around 1881. The painting features a group of friends gathered on a balcony at a restaurant along the Seine River in Chatou, France. Renoir used figures, still-life, and landscape to create this vibrant work that captures the height of summer leisure. The painting …

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View of l'Hermitage, Jallais Hills, Pontoise - Pissarro, Camille - c

View of l’Hermitage, Jallais Hills, Pontoise (c. 1867) by Camille Pissarro

“View of l’Hermitage, Pontoise” is a notable artwork by Camille Pissarro, created circa 1867. As a testament to his dedication to the Realism art movement, this oil on canvas work measures 70 x 100 cm and is classified as a landscape genre painting. The artwork captures a serene rural setting and is housed in the …

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Peasants Chatting in the Farmyard, Eragny - Pissarro, Camille - 1895-1902 - 2

Peasants Chatting in the Farmyard, Eragny (1895-1902) by Camille Pissarro

The artwork titled “Peasants Chatting in the Farmyard, Eragny” was crafted by the renowned artist Camille Pissarro around the period of 1895 to 1902. This genre painting is an oil on canvas that exemplifies the Impressionist movement. The artwork measures 31 1/2 by 25 1/4 inches (81 x 65 cm) and is currently held in …

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Constantine's Dream - Piero della Francesca - c

Constantine’s Dream (c. 1466) by Piero della Francesca

Piero della Francesca’s The Dream of Constantine is a fresco painting depicting the night before the battle at the Milvern Bridge between Constantine’s forces and those of Maxentius. In this legendary episode in Roman history, depicted on the wall of the Church of San Francesco in Arezzo, Constantine lies asleep inside his tent, with an …

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Exaltation of the Cross - Piero della Francesca - c

Exaltation of the Cross (c. 1466) by Piero della Francesca

Piero della Francesca’s fresco cycle, Exaltation Of The Cross, is one of the most important monuments of Early Renaissance Italian painting. The cycle is presented here in a unique 3-D walk-through interactive model and focuses on Jesus being taken down from the cross. The four panels depict this demonstration, specifically Heraclius entering Jerusalem with the …

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Montefeltro Altarpiece (1465) by Piero della Francesca

The artwork titled “Montefeltro Altarpiece” is a quintessential piece crafted by Piero della Francesca in 1472. This tempera on panel painting exemplifies the Early Renaissance art movement. Measuring 248 by 170 centimeters, it resides in the Palazzo Brera, located in Milan, Italy. As a religious painting, the artwork is steeped in symbolic significance and reflective …

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Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone - Moran, Thomas - 1872 - 2

Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone (1872) by Thomas Moran

The artwork “Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone” is a seminal oil on canvas painting created by the esteemed artist Thomas Moran in 1904. It measures 213.4 cm by 365.8 cm (approximately 84 x 144 inches) and falls within the Romanticism movement. This landscape masterpiece is preserved at the Honolulu Museum of Art in Honolulu, Hawaii, …

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Polyptych of Saint Augustine - Piero della Francesca - 1454

Polyptych of Saint Augustine (1454) by Piero della Francesca

In 1454, the renowned artist Piero della Francesca was commissioned by Angelo di Giovanni di Simone d’Angelo to create a polyptych for the high altar of S. Agostino in Borgo Sansepolcro. According to the commission, it was intended as a tribute for Angelo’s late brother Simone and his wife Giovanna, with hopes of providing spiritual …

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The Artist's Garden at Vetheuil - Monet, Claude - 1881 - 2

The Artist’s Garden at Vetheuil (1881) by Claude Monet

“The Artist’s Garden at Vetheuil” is a quintessential work of Impressionism painted by the esteemed Claude Monet between 1880 and 1881. Crafted with oil on canvas, this artwork embodies the genre painting category and exhibits the characteristic loose brushwork and luminous color palette synonymous with the Impressionist movement. The artwork’s dimensions are sizeable, measuring approximately …

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The Flagellation - Piero della Francesca - c

The Flagellation (c. 1469) by Piero della Francesca

“The Flagellation,” created by Piero della Francesca circa 1445 – 1450, is a quintessential piece of Early Renaissance art that embodies the religious fervor and artistic innovation of the period. This tempera on panel masterpiece measures 59 by 81.3 centimeters and resides in the National Gallery of the Marches at the Palazzo Ducale di Urbino, …

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The Queen of Sheba in adoration of the Wood - Piero della Francesca - c

The Queen of Sheba in adoration of the Wood (c. 1466) by Piero della Francesca

Piero della Francesca’s painting, The Queen of Sheba in Adoration of the Wood, is one of his most famous masterpieces and is part of the fresco cycle depicting the Story of the True Cross. Painted between 1453 and 1464, it includes three scenes: The Death of Adam, The Meeting of Solomon and the Queen of …

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A Day's Work - Guston, Philip - 1970

A Day’s Work (1970) by Philip Guston

In 1970, Philip Guston began creating paintings that were a departure from his earlier figurative and representational work. This change in style initially received critical rejection, but today his paintings from 1970 are considered iconic works. Guston’s distinct visual vocabulary included the use of allegories and symbols that conveyed a sense of playful irony and …

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Holy Family with St Elizabeth - Rubens, Peter Paul - c

Holy Family with St Elizabeth (c. 1615) by Peter Paul Rubens

The artwork “Holy Family with St Elizabeth” is an exemplar of Peter Paul Rubens’s mastery in the Baroque art style, painted circa 1615 using oil on canvas. The religious painting’s dimensions are 151 x 113 cm, and it is presently housed at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in Madrid, Spain. The piece is a testament to Rubens’s …

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Saints Gregory, Maurus, Papianus, and Domitilla - Rubens, Peter Paul - 1606

Saints Gregory, Maurus, Papianus, and Domitilla (1606) by Peter Paul Rubens

Peter Paul Rubens, a renowned Flemish Baroque painter, created the painting “Saint Gregory with Saints Domitilla, Maurus, and Papianus” in 1607. The painting is an excellent example of Baroque art style and depicts Saints Maurus, Gregory, Papianus, Nereus, Domitilla en Achilleus. It measures 477 x 288 cm and is made of oil on canvas. The …

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Self-portrait with Isabella Brant - Rubens, Peter Paul - c

Self-portrait with Isabella Brant (c. 1610) by Peter Paul Rubens

Peter Paul Rubens was a Flemish painter who created the artwork “Self-Portrait with Isabella Brant” around 1610. The portrait depicts Rubens and his first wife, Isabella Brant, who he married in Antwerp on October 3, 1609. The intimate portrait suggests a close relationship between the two, as they are depicted in an affectionate embrace. This …

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Still Life with Blue Tablecloth - Matisse, Henri - 1909 - 2

Still Life with Blue Tablecloth (1909) by Henri Matisse

Henri Matisse’s “Still Life with Blue Tablecloth,” created in 1909, is an oil on canvas exemplifying the Expressionist movement. With dimensions of 34 5/8 by 46 1/2 inches (88 by 118 cm), this still life genre artwork is part of the collection at the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia. The artwork showcases a vibrant …

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Helene Fourment and Her Children, Claire-Jeanne and Francois - Rubens, Peter Paul - c

Helene Fourment and Her Children, Claire-Jeanne and Francois (c. 1636-37) by Peter Paul Rubens

The oil painting, Helene Fourment and Her Children, Claire-Jeanne and Francois, by Peter Paul Rubens was created between the years of 1636 and 1637. It stands at 115 x 85 cm (45 x 33 in) and depicts the second wife of Peter Paul Rubens with their two children. The painting is currently located at the …

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Return of the Peasants from the Fields - Rubens, Peter Paul - c

Return of the Peasants from the Fields (c. 1632-34) by Peter Paul Rubens

One of the most admired works by the Flemish painter Peter Paul Rubens is “Return of the Farm Workers” or “The Return of the Peasants”. The painting was created using oil on wooden panels and dates back to between 1632 and 1634. It portrays a happy peasant wedding procession, with several peasants returning from their …

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The Little Fur (Helen Fourment, the Second Wife to the Artist) - Rubens, Peter Paul - c

The Little Fur (Helen Fourment, the Second Wife to the Artist) (c. 1638) by Peter Paul Rubens

The Little Fur, also known as Helene Fourment in a Fur Robe, is a portrait of Peter Paul Ruben’s second wife. It was painted by the master himself between 1636 and 1638. This painting appears to be classified under the Baroque style, with hints of influence from Italian painters such as Caravaggio, who were rising …

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Against the Enamel of a Background Rhythmic with Beats and Angles, Tones and Colors, Portrait of M Felix Feneon in 1890 - Signac, Paul - 1890

Against the Enamel of a Background Rhythmic with Beats and Angles, Tones and Colors, Portrait of M Felix Feneon in 1890 (1890) by Paul Signac

One of Paul Signac’s most notable works is his 1890 oil painting, “Portrait of M. Félix Fénéon”. The portrait depicts Fénéon standing in left profile against a backdrop of swirling colors and angles. Fénéon was an art critic, editor, translator, anarchist activist, and friend of Signac’s. The painting was created in the Neo-Impressionist style and …

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Cap Lombard, Cassis, Opus 196 - Signac, Paul - 1889

Cap Lombard, Cassis, Opus 196 (1889) by Paul Signac

Cap Lombard, Cassis, Opus 196 is an oil on canvas painting by Paul Signac from 1889. The painting depicts the village of Cassis with white, blue, and orange colors dispersed in pretty undulations. It is part of Signac’s neo-impressionist style, which he developed with Georges Seurat. Signac made five paintings in Cassis and highly praised …

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Evening, Avignon (Chateau des Papes) - Signac, Paul - 1909

Evening, Avignon (Chateau des Papes) (1909) by Paul Signac

Evening, Avignon (Chateau Des Papes) by French artist Paul Signac in 1909 is a post-impressionism work. The painting depicts the famous building of Chateau des Papes from the perspective of the sea or the adjoining river. Signac’s style evolved from closely structured pointillism to a freer divisionist technique, which resulted in a mesmerizing surface with …

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The Dining Room, Opus 152 - Signac, Paul - 1886-7

The Dining Room, Opus 152 (1886-7) by Paul Signac

Paul Signac’s “The Dining Room” is an early pointillist masterpiece completed in 1887. The artist experiments with colors and their complementary pairs, particularly orange and blue. Instead of mixing colors on the palette, he strategically places small dots and smudges of color side by side on the canvas. The painting depicts a scene from bourgeois …

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Remembrance of a Garden - Klee, Paul - 1914 - 2

Remembrance of a Garden (1914) by Paul Klee

“Remembrance of a Garden,” an artwork by Paul Klee created in 1940, is a quintessential example of Expressionism. The medium of this piece is watercolor on linen paper mounted on cardboard, with dimensions measuring 44 by 46 centimeters. This landscape genre artwork forms part of the collection at the Kunstsammlung Nordrhein. The artwork exhibits a …

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The Yellow Christ (Le Christ jaune) - Gauguin, Paul - 1889 - 3

The Yellow Christ (Le Christ jaune) (1889) by Paul Gauguin

The artwork “The Yellow Christ” is an allegorical painting by Paul Gauguin, created in 1889. This oil on canvas embodies the Cloisonnism art movement, with its vivid, flat areas of color and bold outlines. Measuring 92 by 73 centimeters, the artwork is exhibited at the Albright-Knox Art Gallery in Buffalo, New York, United States. Gauguin …

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Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I - Klimt, Gustav - 1907 - 2

Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I (1907) by Gustav Klimt

The artwork “Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I” is an eminent piece by Gustav Klimt, executed in 1907 as an oil on canvas. It is an iconic example of the Art Nouveau movement, measuring 138 by 138 centimeters. This celebrated portrait, which showcases Klimt’s unique style and ornate detailing, belongs to a private collection and is …

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Composition IV - Kandinsky, Wassily - 1911 - 2

Composition IV (1911) by Wassily Kandinsky

“Composition IV” is a seminal artwork by Wassily Kandinsky, created in 1911. As an oil on canvas, it measures 159.5 by 250.5 centimeters and exemplifies the Abstract Art movement. The piece forms part of Kandinsky’s renowned “Compositions” series and is currently housed at the Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen in Düsseldorf, Germany. Notably, the artist executed this abstract …

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Breton Girls Dancing, Pont-Aven - Gauguin, Paul - 1888 - 2

Breton Girls Dancing, Pont-Aven (1888) by Paul Gauguin

The artwork “Breton Girls Dancing, Pont-Aven” is a masterful creation by the renowned artist Paul Gauguin, completed in the year 1888. The medium employed for this piece is oil on canvas, and it serves as an embodiment of the Post-Impressionism art movement. This genre painting measures 87.6 by 106 centimeters and currently resides at the …

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The Circle Theatre - Hopper, Edward - 1936 - 2

The Circle Theatre (1936) by Edward Hopper

“The Circle Theatre,” rendered in oil on canvas by Edward Hopper in 1936, epitomizes the Social Realism art movement with its meticulous portrayal of an urban cityscape. The artwork, measuring 27 by 36 inches, currently resides within a private collection. Encompassing the genre of a cityscape, Hopper’s work meticulously captures a slice of American life …

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