What is Expressionism: works, artists and themes

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Have you ever wondered what Expressionism is and what it really represents in the art world? This movement, which emerged in the early 20th century, mainly in Germany, was an important cultural response to the tumultuous social changes of the early 20th century. In this post we will explore its characteristics, works, artists and themes.

What is Expressionism: works, artists and themes

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Life and works of Roy Lichtenstein: from comics to art

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What do you know about the life and works of Roy Lichtenstein?
If you’ve ever wondered who revolutionized the 20th century art scene, you’ve come to the right place. Yes, because Lichtenstein was the brilliant artist who turned comic book images into works of art, in the pure style of Pop Art and redefining the way art can be viewed and appreciated.

Life and works of Roy Lichtenstein: from comics to art

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The Brancacci Chapel: a hidden treasure of art and history in Florence

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Have you ever found yourself wandering the fascinating streets of Florence, wondering what artistic treasures might be hidden around every corner? Indeed, there is a place in Florence so extraordinary that Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, the painter of the famous Great Odalisque, called it the ‘true cradle of painting’. I am referring to the Brancacci Chapel, a masterpiece located inside the Church of Santa Maria del Carmine.

The Brancacci Chapel: a hidden treasure of art and history in Florence

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