In the artistic realm, some original pieces stand the test of time and become immortalized symbols of the human journey. “The Walking Man I” by Alberto Giacometti is one of many of such masterpieces. Born in the year 1901 in the Swiss Alps, the art of Giacometti took his artistic journey to Paris where he developed a style that gave…
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The world of modern art has few names that carry as much enchantment and mystery as that of Alberto Giacometti. An artist Giacometti, who was a luminary of the 20th century art scene, has moved beyond the traditional boundaries in his work, giving deep insight into the human condition. One of his most disturbing creations is “Man Pointing“, a piece…
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In the winding streets of Montmartre, amidst the bohemian spirit of early 20th-century Paris, Maurice Utrillo, who was his muse, found his creative source. Coming from a society of artists and intellectuals, Utrillo attained his fame as a painter distinguished for his dynamic cityscapes. He is famous for his works imbued with a dose of nostalgia and beautifying the old-time.…
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Sitting comfortably on the Montmartre, Paris streets, is a square that has always lured artists and visitors from all walks of life. Place du Tertre, with its cobblestone pathways and lively activity has captured the attention of countless artists throughout history, but one may argue that the iconic representation of this place is the artwork that bears its name by…
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The name Maurice Utrillo undoubtedly nailed the scene of Montmartre, Paris, on the palette of the world of art through his unique talent of expressing feelings of urban landscapes. Utrillo, a renowned artist in 1883, had to endure many personal hardships, like drinking too much and experiencing mental health issues. However, Utrillo overcame these obstacles, and his creative genius gained…
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Robert Combas, a renowned figure on the modern French art scene, paved his way through his vivid and expressive style. In his paintings, he usually uses very bright colors, energetic brushstrokes, and an incredible unedited feeling that involves everyone around the world. Among his striking works, “The Great Romantic Landscape” perfectly demonstrates the artist’s blend of romanticism and modernity, resulting…
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Freedom of expression is a basic human right and the mainstay of democratic and free societies. It is all about the freedom of expressing oneself without the fear of being censored or persecuted, in which people are given the chance to communicate their ideas, thoughts, and feelings uninterruptedly. In art realm, this freedom is given such a strong meaning, since…
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In the world of contemporary arts, Robert Combas is a central figure that is known for his fearless and unrestrained style in painting. Figuration Libre movement was one of the major exhibitions of 1980s and Combas’s artwork is full of colour, energy and defiance against art’s conventional ideas. Among his most remarkable paintings, “The Big Supper” is a stroke of…
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Very few people in the realm of contemporary art can claim such controversy, except for Andres Serrano’s name. Acclaimed for his audacity in uncovering taboos and challenging social conventions frontally, the artist has left his imprint in the field by means of his incendiary works. One of the most notorious works from his portfolio is “Blood and Semen III,” which…
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It is the world of modern art that few names stir as much anger and interest as Andres Serrano does. Esteemed for his daring to plunge into forbidden topics, Serrano’s artworks question the status quo and go beyond the borders of artistic creativity. One of his most outstanding undertakings is “The Morgue Series“, a group of pictures that confront the…
