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July 13th 2023. ON THIS DAY. “I am my own muse, the subject I know best.” – Frida Kahlo Today marks the solemn occasion of the death anniversary of the legendary Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. Known for her extraordinary paintings, indomitable spirit, and profound influence on the art world, Frida Kahlo continues to inspire and […]
Italian Mannerist painter Giuseppe Arcimboldo is well known for his unique and occasionally horrific human portraits made of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and fish. His distinct collage technique, which oozes humour and the strange, enthrals onlookers with its minute details and allegorical depth. Despite the fact that Arcimboldo was sometimes regarded as odd or even
Giuseppe Arcimboldo and His Objects of Fruits, Vegetables, Flowers and Fish Read More »
10th July 2023. ON THIS DAY. Giorgio de Chirico, born on July 10th, 1888, was an Italian artist whose Metaphysical Art was deeply influenced by philosophy. His works, created between 1911 and 1917, were unlike anything else being produced in Europe at the time. They were termed “Metaphysical Painting” by French poet and critic Guillaume
Giorgio Chirico and the Influence of Philosophy in His Metaphysical Art. Read More »
8th July 2023. ON THIS DAY We commemorate Artemisia Gentileschi’s birth on this day, one of the most significant and gifted artists of the Renaissance. Gentileschi, a 1593 Rome native who defied traditional expectations, had an enduring impression on the art world with her stirring works. Themes of power, fortitude, and resilience are explored throughout
Artemisia Gentileschi: Women’s Story of Blood, Passion and Captivity in Renaissance Read More »
July 7th 2023. ON THIS DAY. In 92 years of her existence, one can primarily call Dame Laura Knight an astute observer. Be it working women, circus performers, ballet dancers or her own portraits as a painter. Dame Laura Knight art works were chiefly dominated by the marginalised folks which included circus
The Women of Laura Knight And Her Undying Loyalty For Marginalised Communities. Read More »
Félicien Rops, a renowned Belgian artist, was born on this day. With his provocative and often controversial artworks, Rops challenged societal norms and pushed the boundaries of art in the 19th century. In this article, we will look into the life and works of Félicien Rops, exploring his unique artistic style, his impact on the
July 6, On This Day The painter, lithographer, etcher and designer Marc Chagall was born on 6 July 1887. His poetic, figurative style made him one of the most popular modern artists in the world. His compositions depict aspects of his personal and family histories and those of Eastern European folklore. He also contributed
Marc Chagall, the Versatile Dreamer of the Fictitious world Read More »
The act of kissing is a universal gesture that transcends language, culture, and time. From ancient civilisations to the modern era, the intimate act of pressing one’s lips against another’s has been a subject of fascination and inspiration in the history of art. Artists across various periods and cultures have captured the essence of kissing,
Kiss and Tell: The Act of Kissing Captured by Artists in Indian and Western Art Read More »
6th July 1785 ON THIS DAY On this day in 1785 US Congress unanimously resolves the name of US currency to the “dollar” and adopts decimal coinage. The evolution of the US currency is an interesting tale within American history. From early settlement to the birth of a nation to a Civil war that
Tracing the Journey and Aesthetics of the US Currency Read More »
July 5th 2023, ON THIS DAY Louis-Léopold Boilly (1761-1845) was a French painter and draftsman who was a prolific painter of the French Golden Era was born today . His works offer a vivid glimpse into the vibrant social life of the French middle class, spanning tumultuous periods like monarchical France, the French Revolution, the
Life and Art of Louis-Léopold Boilly: The Painter of Troubled Times Read More »