Artsight

While the classicists favored perfection, contemporary art is more about the intention behind every stroke. An accurate understanding of the human anatomy was a coveted skill among artists during the renaissance. However, in the 19th and 20th centuries, artists took the liberty to express themselves freely through the body. Paul Cézanne’s “The Large Bathers” is one…

Pablo Ruiz Picasso started painting when he was only eight years old in 1889. Before 1911, Picasso lived in extreme poverty, alone, and had only a few friends. The beginning of the 20th century was a difficult time for him during which his depressed mood was almost always expressed in his work. During this time…

It is unclear as to who commissioned “The Swing” by Fragonard, however, several features of the painting hint toward their identity. The painting is sensual, rich, small, and thereby meant for a private collection. Researchers theorize that the painting has been commissioned by a member of the French Royal Court.  Here’s an in-depth analysis of…

Nicholas Poussin was a French classical painter who spent most of his life studying and creating art in Rome. Poussin was greatly influenced by ancient roman art and other Renaissance artists such as Domenichino.  In 1627, Poussin painted the masterpiece titled The Death of Germanicus which became his most recognizable work.  Following is an in-depth analysis…

Gothic art emerged in Europe, particularly in France during the 1100s when Suger, a statesman completed the first Gothic Church. Until the 14th century, Gothic art continued to spread all across Europe.  While Italian artists were the very last to embrace gothic styles, their contributions are invaluable. Italian artists such as Cimabue and Duccio were…