Unravelling the World of Art Thefts: Notable Cases & Impact
When one imagines art theft, scenes from blockbuster Hollywood films springing to mind – daring heists pulled off with military precision, leaving the authorities stumped.…
Category: Art History
Dawn of Art, the First Cave Paintings
The first significant steps in human artistic development were made deep within the chambers of prehistoric caves. A fascinating window into the thoughts of our…
The History and Evolution of Watercolour Painting
Watercolour painting is one of the oldest and most versatile forms of art, dating back to prehistoric times. It has been used by artists from…
All About Henry Ford Hospital (The Flying Bed) by Frida Kahlo
Title of Artwork: “Henry Ford Hospital (The Flying Bed)” All About Henry Ford Hospital (The Flying Bed) by Frida Kahlo Year Created 1932 Summary…
George Bellows packs a punch!
A powerful, evocative image with bold, gutsy, impasto paintwork. This painting by George Bellows depicts a landscape and seascape with craggy rocks, clouds and a…
All About The Nostalgia of the Infinite by Giorgio de Chirico
Title of Artwork: “The Nostalgia of the Infinite” The Nostalgia of the Infinite Artwork by Giorgio de Chirico Year Created 1911 – 1913 Summary…
Bold and Dynamic Japanese Art Influencing the West
The beauty of Japanese Wood Block Prints displays beautiful linear work, bold patterns and energetic compositions. Ito Shinsui (1898-1972) Washing the Hair, 1952 In a…
Confident and Imposing Realist Portrait
Brazilian artist Joao Candido Portinari, Portrait of Carmem Mayrink Veiga (1959) A very imposing and striking portrait with wonderfully bold contrasts and shapes. She has…
Unashamed Nudity, ‘Ballsy’ Paintwork
Evelyn Page is a talented woman from New Zealand. She delivers a painting with a punch! Evelyn Page Summer Morn, (1929) The main focus is…
Heart of the Andes by Frederic Edwin Church
Heart of the Andes by Frederic Edwin Church Frederic Edwin Church One of the most prominent painters of the Hudson River School, Frederic Edwin Church,…