Artwork

The Seeds and Fruits of English Poetry, an artwork by Ford Madox Brown, depicts the ennobling of the English language by Chaucer. The painting was created between 1845-1851 in Rome and completed upon Brown’s return to England. The artwork depicts rRoundels held by cherubic children showcasing eight poets such as Keats, Shelley, Moore, Campbell, Coleridge, …

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Filippo Lippi’s Madonna and Child with Stories of the Life of St. Anne is a painting from c. 1452 that portrays one of the most original works of art depicting a holy theme from the early Renaissance. In this piece, the Virgin Mary is seated on a throne while holding a Pomegranate in her hand, …

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Filippo Lippi’s masterpiece, Madonna and Child with Angels, is a magnificent painting executed during the Renaissance period. The tempera on wood panel artwork depicts the Virgin Mary holding baby Jesus in her lap while two angels kneel by her side. Interestingly, there are virtually no halos around any of the figures in the painting. Dating …

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Fernando Botero is a renowned Colombian artist and sculptor known for his signature style, “Boterismo,” which depicts exaggerated volumes of people and figures. One of his notable works is the 1995 painting, A Couple. The painting showcases inflated shapes that create a unique perspective on volume and reality. Botero draws inspiration from diverse influences, including …

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In 1996, world-renowned artist Fernando Botero created a distinguished oil painting entitled ‘A Family’. This particular family portrait depicts five sisters and their pet cats posed in their home. Botero consistently applied a style to his paintings whereby personal interpretations emerge on the canvas. ‘A Family’ is no exception to this rule as each character …

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Fernando Botero’s Man with Dog is a tribute to the bond between man and his loyal companion. Created in 1989, it is one of Botero’s many volumetric stylizations of figures, painted in flat and bright colors with bold outlines, a style known as “Boterismo” which references Latin American folk art. Man with Dog stays true …

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Still Life with a Beer Mug is a visually striking oil painting from 1921-2 created by the French artist Fernand Léger. The painting depicts a traditional Bavarian-style beer mug on a wooden table surrounded by everyday lunch items, such as bread and cheese. Leger predominantly used black, white, and primary colors of red, yellow, and …

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Anne In Doorway is a painting created by the American painter and art critic, Fairfield Porter, in 1974. The work depicts a woman standing in an open doorway, with sunlight streaming through the frame. This painting is one of many examples of Porter’s representational style during the heyday of Abstract Expressionism. Porter’s practice was influenced …

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Stormy Weather, Georgian Bay is a prominent and well-known painting created by Frederick Varley in 1921, which currently resides at the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa. The painting features a wind-swept pine tree amidst stormy waters at Georgian Bay. This work of art is an exemplar showcasing Varley’s dedication to symbolism and establishing solidarity …

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The Hamburger Kunsthalle is currently featuring an exciting new exhibition titled “One More than One,” which showcases the work of Eva Hesse, one of the most influential female artists of the 20th century. Hesse’s art ushered in the postminimal art movement in the 1960s, and she combined seriality and reduction of 1960s Minimalism with emotion, …

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Eugene Delacroix’s “Arab Saddling His Horse” is an oil on canvas painting that measures 56 x 47cm. Created in 1855, it was inspired by the artist’s journey to North Africa in 1832. Part of the Hermitage Museum’s collection, this artwork reflects Delacroix’s interest in classicism and Orientalism. The painting features an Arab man saddling his …

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Eugene Delacroix’s Heliodorus Driven from the Temple is a complex painting created between 1854 and 1861. inspired by sources including the Italian Renaissance and Islamic culture, it depicts Heliodorus being driven out after he was sent to seize the treasures of Jerusalem’s Temple. The preparation process involved a drawing of the main character, horse, and …

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Eugene Delacroix created a small, religious painting titled “Pieta” around 1850. The scene portrays only two figures with Christ slumped over in darkness. This simplified version of the deposition of Christ was based on drawings and watercolor studies made by Delacroix himself. The medium used is oil on canvas, and it is currently located at …

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Eugene Delacroix created the Sketch for Women of Algiers in 1832, two years before he painted his now-famous painting Women of Algiers. This watercolor sketch and study has dimensions of 10 x 13 cm and is held at the Musée du Louvre in Paris, France. Delacroix often made sketches and watercolors in situ before creating …

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Eugene Delacroix’s Battle of Taillebourg is a historic painting commissioned by Louis-Philippe I for his Gallery of Battles at the Palace of Versailles. This artwork depicts the fateful battle between the French and English, which took place on July 21, 1242. The painting measures 66.5 x 53 cm and is placed in between Charles-Philippe Larivière’s …

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La Plage De Trouville is an oil painting done around 1865 by French Impressionist Eugène Boudin. The artwork portrays fashionable beach resorts crowded with tourists enjoying seaside vacations. Boudin was one of the first artists to paint en plein air and is considered one of the important precursors of Impressionism. Many art historians view his …

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Rivage De Portrieux (Cotes-Du-Nord) is an oil painting on canvas created by Eugene Boudin in 1874 in the Impressionism style. Also known as “The Coast Near Portrieux, Brittany,” it is one of Boudin’s many beach scenes that connect Naturalism and Impressionism. The painting measures 33 1/2 x 58 1/4 inches and is currently held in …

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Ernst Ludwig Kirchner was born in Aschaffenberg, Germany and studied architecture in Dresden. In 1905, seeking a new artistic direction amidst the stale academic styles of the time, he formed ‘Die Brücke’ (The Bridge) with Fritz Bleyl, Erich Heckel, and Karl Schmidt-Rottluff. Along with these three men he moved away from prevailing academic style to …

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Emily Carr’s painting “Scorned as Timber, Beloved of the Sky” was created in 1935 and is considered her first work addressing environmental concerns over clear-cut logging. The painting portrays a tall tree that was rejected for its perceived spindliness and left standing in a clear-cut forest against the feathered shimmering sky. This painting highlights Carr’s …

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Emily Carr was a prominent Canadian artist known for her depiction of the Western Canadian landscape and its indigenous inhabitants. In the 1930s, she began creating forest paintings that are particularly rich in color and texture. Her art showcases young pine trees aspiring tall but fragile, clearings in the forest, and the silvery light of …

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Emily Carr’s painting, ‘Old Tree at Dusk,’ is a stunning depiction of Pacific Northwest landscapes and aboriginal culture, created in 1936. Known for her post-impressionist and modernist styles that were a rarity in Canada during the early 20th century, Carr used sculptural language to portray the tree prominently in the center while accentuating colors with …

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The legend of Saint Mary of Egypt has been told and created in numerous works of art, including those of Emil Nolde. Nolde, who was associated with the German Expressionist movement, created four paintings on the theme of St. Mary of Egypt, one of which is titled “St. Mary of Egypt Among Sinners”. It depicts …

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Elizabeth Murray was a postmodern abstract artist who made significant advancements in Imagist painting. Over five decades, she produced fun and cartoonish yet serious works committed to expanding the dimensions of painting through multiple canvases. Her work often explored feminist themes and employed shapes that suggested the female form. Murray’s large-scale, oddly shaped canvases blended …

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Elizabeth Murray’s 1984 work, Oil on Canvas, is a quite remarkable display of the artist’s talents in paint and drawing. With overall dimensions of 106 x 159 x 12 in and a framed dimension with a T-Frame of 108 x 169 x 15 inches, Murray’s painting technique is easily apparent. Her works are located not …

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The Penance of Mary Magdalene is a painting created in 1578 by El Greco, a famous artist known for his dramatic and emotional religious works. It can be found today at the Museum of Fine Arts in Budapest. The painting depicts Mary Magdalene as a hermit in the wilderness, surrounded by an overgrown ivy which …

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El Greco’s “Pietà” is a moving depiction of the Virgin Mary cradling the body of Jesus after the crucifixion. Created between 1587-1597, this religious painting showcases El Greco’s unique style that focused on elongated figures and atmospheric lighting. The subject of the Pietà was incredibly popular among Renaissance artists with its tragic aura of love …

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El Greco’s painting, Saint Paul, completed between 1608 and 1614, is currently housed at the Museo del Prado in Madrid. The painting depicts the apostle Paul with a fierce expression on his face, holding a sword in his left hand and a book in his right. Notably, Gregorio Marañón theorized that El Greco used mental …

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El Greco’s celebrated masterpiece, The Burial of the Count of Orgaz, portrays a local legend of Don Gonzalo Ruiz’s burial in Toledo, Spain. Art historians consider the painting as the pinnacle of Mannerism style and El Greco’s greatest work. Created in 1586, this is a prime example of how art combines religious concepts with everyday …

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El Greco’s The Tears of St. Peter is a painting that depicts the apostle Peter in half-length against a dark mountainside. Peter is recognizable from the Keys of Heaven and his characteristic white hair and beard; he is depicted in a golden robe over a blue or green tunic. The painting portrays Peter in tearful …

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El Greco’s painting, “La Veronica,” depicts St. Veronica holding the sudary or veil that was used to wipe the face of Jesus on his way to Calvary. According to Christian tradition, the veil bears the true image of Jesus’ face. This painting is one of several versions by El Greco that feature this popular iconographical …

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St. Francis Kneeling in Meditation is an artwork painted by El Greco between 1595-1600. The painting depicts St. Francis in a state of submission to the crucifix. This composition has been replicated by El Greco at least a dozen times. St. Francis can be seen meditating on the sacrifice of Christ, not mortality. The devotional …

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The Spoliation is a painting by El Greco created between 1577 and 1579. El Greco was given the commission for the painting through the son of the dean of the Cathedral of Toledo who he befriended. The painting depicts Christ at the foot of the cross in preparation for his crucifixion. The scene features muted …

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Via Crucis is a half-length figure of Christ painted in traditional Byzantine icon painting style. The painting depicts Christ looking directly at the viewer with his right hand raised in blessing. The artwork is regarded as a forerunner of both Cubism and Expressionism and is a part of a multipart altarpiece commissioned for the convent …

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The headrest inscribed with the name of Pepi II is a unique piece of Egyptian art from the Old Kingdom period. Pepi II was a pharaoh who ascended to the throne at the age of four and ruled for an astonishing 94 years until his death at age 98. This piece, therefore, was created during …

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During the reign of Akhenaten in ancient Egypt, a new form of monotheistic worship centering on a sun god called the Aten was introduced. To promote his new beliefs, the Pharaoh established a new city called Akeht Aten. The artwork of Akhenaten’s reign was characterized by exaggerated facial features and distorted representations of the human …

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This Egyptian faience amulet depicts the god Thoth in the form of an ibis bird. Dating back to circa 664-30 Century BC, it was made during the Late Period to Ptolemaic Period. Thoth is depicted in a squatting position on a rectangular plinth, with his beak supported by the feather of Ma’at. The two-tone turquoise …

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The Ankh Seated with Hands Clasped is a smaller statue measuring only 24 inches in height and was created during the Third Dynasty in ancient Egypt. It depicts an Ankh, the ancient Egyptian symbol for life and immortality, seated with its hands clasped. This symbol has been commonly represented in temples and in the grasp …

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Atjema, a prominent figure in Ancient Egyptian art, is portrayed in a classic Old Kingdom pose while holding a cylindrical object. This art style emerged during the dynastic periods in Egypt and Nubia, where the decoration of tomb walls or temple murals reinforced memories of important ceremonies and royal deeds. Ancient Egyptian art represented socioeconomic …

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Broad collars and ankle bracelets were popular forms of jewelry worn by ancient Egyptians. These accessories were often made of Egyptian faience, which is a glazed ceramic known for its green color symbolizing regeneration and the power of the sun. As jewelry, they were highly valued and thought to ward off evil spirits not only …

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Egyptian art and architecture from the first three millennia BCE in the Nile Valley regions of Egypt and Nubia often appear blocky and formal, leading to unfavorable comparisons with later, more naturalistic art forms. These works were designed to assist the deceased in the afterlife, with sculptures made from metals like copper and bronze cast …

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The ancient Egyptian cat was a revered animal, regarded as sacred in their culture. The sizeable statue is designed to hold a mummified cat, made during the ancient Egyptian era. The coffin is constructed in two pieces, made of wood and an open bottom. The cat’s tail is curled, and the lid is plastered once …

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The Royal Annals of Old Kingdom Egypt are historical inscriptions on compact black stones, possibly basalt. The most renowned fragment is the Palermo Stone which was discovered in 1866. Five of the seven original fragments are kept in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. The Palermo Stone documents significant events in early Egyptian history, while other …

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The Head of King Djedefre is a quartzite sculpture from ancient Egypt’s Old Kingdom period around 2565-2558 BC. It is believed that Djedefre, the son of Khufu and his immediate throne successor, introduced the royal title Sa-Rê and was the first to incorporate his cartouche name with the sun god Ra. This artwork is one …

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The Seated Statue of Hemiunu is a notable work of Egyptian art that is well-preserved and realistic. As a vizier and architect during the reign of Kheops, he was an important figure in ancient Egyptian society. The statue depicts Hemiunu as an obese man with prominent fat accumulation in the pectoral region. The stylized features …

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King Khafre Seated is an ancient Egyptian statue made of diorite, depicting the Fourth Dynasty pharaoh Khafre sitting on a throne with lion paws. At slightly larger-than-life size, the statue showcases the king’s power and authority, highlighted by the Horus falcon on his nemes headdress, representing his duty to unite and rule over Egypt. The …

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The statue of King Menkaure and his queen is hailed as a prime example of Egyptian sculpture. The royal couple stands next to each other, looking towards infinity. It is said that the queen perfectly complements the king’s youthful masculinity with her feminine grace. The sculpture embodies the image of Pharaoh Menkaure and Queen Khamerernebty …

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Egyptian art is known to be highly symbolic, and the sculpture of a male deity provides an excellent example. Male deities were often depicted wearing the iconic conical crown of Upper Egypt and a ceremonial beard. Symbolism was an integral part of Ancient Egyptian religion, and the appearance of a deity conveyed more than just …

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Egyptian artwork offers a view into the ancient society’s culture and values. The Valley Temple connected to the Menkaure Pyramid holds an excavated collection of statuary, including a breathtaking statue of pharaoh Menkaure and a queen that captures the physical ideals of the time. The seated statue of Hatshepsut, a successful female ruler of ancient …

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The Pair Statue of Memi and Sabu is an Old Kingdom sculpture that portrays a touching representation of a married couple, possibly husband and wife. The statue is made of limestone and decorated with paints. Unlike other ancient sculptures, such as the Statue of Gudea, which depict royalty, Memi and Sabu are non-royal figures. This …

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The Pair Statue of Queen Ankh-Nes-Meryre II and her son Pepi II, currently located at the Brooklyn Museum in New York City, is a significant artwork from ancient Egypt’s 6th Dynasty. This multi-view statue is carved from Egyptian alabaster and depicts the queen and her son sitting side by side. Pepi II became king as …

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Pepi I was the third king of the 6th dynasty and commissioned the building of a complex at Saqqara for his funerary cult. One of the most notable works of art associated with Pepi I is the Kneeling Statuette of Pepy I, depicting the king offering nu-pots. It is a finely detailed piece of ancient …

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The 6th Dynasty metagreywacke statuette of Prince Tjau depicts him in an atypical pose. Unlike the typical pose of a cross-legged scribe at work, Prince Tjau appears asymmetrical. The statuette is made of Graywacke and is just under 14 inches tall. It can currently be found at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Sunken relief was …

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Hatshepsut was an Egyptian queen who rose to the position of pharaoh, adopting the full titles and regalia of a king. During her reign, she developed a significant amount of artwork that served as propaganda to legitimize her rule and emphasize her divinity. These artworks included statues, murals, and motifs that reflected Egypt’s theocracy and …

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The Relief Block With The Figure Of Aa-Akhti is a notable art piece belonging to the Late Third Dynasty period of Ancient Egyptian history. It is made of fine-grained limestone with slight paint traces, and it measures 72 1/2 inches in height and 32 3/4 inches in width. This artwork is currently exhibited in the …

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The Relief of Hesi-Re is an Egyptian artwork created during the Third Dynasty. It is a sculpture in relief and can be found in the tomb of Hesy-Re, located in the northern part of Saqqara. This tomb is significant due to the advancements made in the structure and decoration of tombs. Hesy-Re was known for …

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The Relief of Itush is a typical example of Ancient Egyptian art, produced during the first three millennia BCE. This sunken relief depicts Itush, a high-ranking Egyptian official, sitting with his wife and children around an offering table, presenting food and drink to their deceased ancestors. The scene suggests a sense of perpetuation of life …

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Reserve heads are distinct limestone sculptures that have puzzled Egyptologists due to their lack of clear purpose and sometimes purposeful mutilation. These sculptures were found in non-royal tombs from the Fourth Dynasty of Egypt. What sets reserve heads apart from other Egyptian art is the fact that each one was made to stand upright and …

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The Seated Scribe is a sculpture made of painted limestone, representing a scribe in a seated position. Scribes held an esteemed position in ancient Egypt since writing was a crucial skill, and literacy was limited among the population. Ancient Egyptian art and architecture had a primary focus on religion and ideology, resulting in unrealistic and …

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The Slab Stela of Prince Wep-em-Nefret is an artistic masterpiece from ancient Egypt’s Old Kingdom period. The limestone relief, which is painted, depicts the king’s son, Wep-em-nofret, seated at an offering table. The stela is believed to have been found in its original location on the east side of G 1201 in Giza’s Western Cemetery. …

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Egyptian art and architecture were heavily influenced by religion and ideology, with a particular emphasis on creating an idyllic and unrealistic view of the world. Standing Man, a sculpture believed to be from the Old Kingdom, is a typical example of this style. The man is depicted standing with both hands clenched at his sides, …

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The Stela of King Qahedjet is a limestone monument displayed at the Louvre in Paris. This artwork is 50.5 cm high, 31.0 cm wide, and 3.0 cm thick, and depicts the king embracing an anthropomorphic figure of the god Horus. This piece is an example of ancient Egyptian art, which must be viewed from their …

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Ancient Egyptians believed that goods included in burials had real effects on the afterlife of the deceased. Therefore, tombs were full of items designed to help guarantee the soul’s safe passage to the afterlife. Mortuary chapels were created to maintain a connection to the dead through offerings. One of the most significant pieces of artwork …

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The Triad of Menkaure is a renowned statue depicting King Menkaure standing between goddess Hathor and goddess Bat. It is part of a larger complex built by Menkaure himself, featuring the smallest of the three Pyramids of Giza. The sculpture is known for its realism, excellence, and austere beauty, making it one of the most …

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The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston houses two silver bracelets belonging to Queen Hetepheres I of Egypt, who lived during the Fourth Dynasty around 2600 BC. These bracelets are highly valued because silver was considered more precious than gold in ancient Egypt. The bracelets are adorned with brightly colored decorations made from lapis lazuli, …

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Egyptian vases, made of alabaster, were commonly used during the Old Kingdom period, often filled with flowers. The vases came in various designs, including the popular rope decoration. In classical antiquity, vases were depicted in scenes of women carrying water. The hydria, a type of vase, was primarily used for fetching water. Egyptian art is …

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Egon Schiele, an Austrian painter known for his raw and emotional art, created a poster for his exhibition of paintings that drew on the tradition of presenting St. Sebastian as a symbol for the suffering artist. In this depiction, Schiele presents himself as the martyr through the pose of St. Sebastian with arrows piercing his …

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One of Edward Burne-Jones’s greatest works is “King Cophetua and the Beggar Maid” painted in 1884. The painting tells the story of King Cophetua, who falls in love with a beggar girl named Penelophon and marries her. The story is based on Alfred Tennyson’s poem “The Beggar Maid,” which tells the tale of a king …

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The artwork, “Corn Hill”, is a laned view of Truro, Cape Cod by Edward Hopper painted in the year of 1930. The painting captures several rows of houses perched atop a hill and surrounded by a vast landscape filled with trees. Hopper chose an interesting perspective that reveals the beauty and vitality of his beloved …

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Edouard Manet’s collection featuring the execution of Emperor Maximilian I of Mexico in 1867 includes multiple oil paintings, a smaller oil sketch, and a lithograph. The controversial subject matter has led to the banning of the painting by the French government. The painting depicts Mexican soldiers shooting their first victim while General Mejía stands to …

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Édouard Manet’s “A Bar at the Folies-Bergeres” was completed in 1881 and 1882, and is acknowledged today to be his last major work. It is an important piece of art that depicts a scene at the Folies Bergere nightclub in Paris, currently residing in The Courtauld Gallery. Manet unexpectedly decided to pursue painting as his …

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“The Railway” is an artwork by Edouard Manet created in 1872-73, measuring 93.3 x 111.5 cm. Currently, this piece is displayed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. It reflects the innovative and modern painting style that Manet was known for during his time. The artwork features two primary figures: a young woman …

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Edgar Degas’ artwork “Portraits at the Stock Exchange” was created around 1878-79 and showcases the Jewish banker and art collector Ernest May, who was an avid admirer of Degas. The painting is a part of a series that Degas created, which shows modern business during the 1880s. Through his artwork, Degas is highlighting the customs …

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Aux Courses En Province is a genre painting by Edgar Degas, created around 1872. The artwork is an oil on canvas and measures 36.5 x 55.9 cm. It depicts a scene of sport hippique or horse racing in French, with jockeys and horses in action. The painting showcases Degas’ impressionistic style, with bold brushstrokes and …

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Edgar Degas was a prominent French artist during the 19th century Impressionist movement. Although he did not identify as an Impressionist in the same way as other artists, he was strongly influenced by the movement and experimented with vivid use of color in his depictions of various subjects, including cabaret performers. Degas’ works often speak …

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Edgar Degas’ Dance Class painting, completed in 1874, showcases the renowned artist’s skill and admiration for impressionism. Degas considered himself an impressionist artist and created approximately 1,500 paintings, monotypes, and drawings of ballerinas. This artwork was completed for the French opera singer Jean-Baptiste Faure, depicting Degas’ transition to impressionism. Degas was particularly famous for his …

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Dancers Practicing at the Barre is a mixed media artwork on canvas created by Edgar Degas in between 1876-77. Measuring 29 3/4 x 32 inches, the painting shows a group of dancers practicing at a barre. The Impressionist style reflects Degas’ ability to emphasize expressive application of medium and color rather than rationality of subject …

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Ecole De Danse is an oil painting by French Impressionist Edgar Degas created in 1873. It is part of his renowned series of artworks that depict ballerinas. The painting portrays a dance class happening in a brightly lit room. The teacher is illustrated center stage, demonstrating a pose to a group of young ballerinas wearing …

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Jockeys Before The Race is an oil, gouache, and pastel on card painting completed by Edgar Degas in c.1878-9. The painting depicts horses and jockeys in various positions waiting for the start of a race. Degas was known for his figure painting of ballet dancers, working-class women, and racehorses, and he repeatedly painted horse and …

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Edgar Degas, a prominent French painter in the Impressionism style, created “L’Etoile” or “The Star” pastel painting in his interest of capturing ballet dancers in their backstage dynamics. The 1878 artwork displays a ballerina on stage, which is one of the many portraits of ballet dancers that Degas made in the 1870s. The painting is …

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The Laundress (Silhouette) is an oil and pastel painting on paper mounted on board created by French artist Edgar Degas circa 1874. The painting is typical of Degas’ Impressionist style which is characterised by vivid and experimental use of colour. The work depicts a working-class woman carrying a basket of laundry, which was a common …

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Le Defile is a painting created by Edgar Degas during the late 1860s. The artwork is a genre painting exhibiting jockeys and horses on a race track. Degas was a significant figure among the Impressionist group, well-known for his depictions of Parisian life, especially ballet dancers. The artist utilized pastel and coarse hatching techniques to …

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