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Most renaissance paintings focus on biblical or real-life heroes, kings, queens, and other important personalities. However, artists like Pieter Bruegel were drawn to the life of the everyday people we meet in passing. “Peasant Wedding” is one such painting by Bruegel that portrays those people who are often overlooked by society.  A Genre Painting “Peasant…

The Ancient Greeks are known for their intricate and timeless designs. These breathtaking masterpieces are an example of excellent craftsmanship. The harmonious designs and proportions of these famous greek buildings continue to influence the infrastructure of our present-day society. However, their beauty has been subdued due to natural or manmade disasters over the years. Of…

Joseph-Désiré Court belonged to a family of artists, more specifically portraitists. Naturally, he grew up to be a trained portraitist as well. He was however not very rich and could not afford the time and money to invest in a large project. As a result, Court focused on smaller paintings that he could sell easily….