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Jul 11, 2024 | 
dailyartmagazine.com | Javier Miguel |Celia Leiva Otto |Elizaveta Ermakova
Animals European Art European Art Jacques-Louis David is widely known for his historical-themed works and as the foremost painter of the Neoclassical style. However, his influence extends beyond art. Jacques-Louis David stood out as a significant propagandist for the French revolutionary regime and later for Napoleon Bonaparte. Through his works, he shaped public perception and promoted revolutionary values, becoming a key figure in the cultural politics of his era.
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Jul 4, 2024 | 
dailyartmagazine.com | Rachel Witte |Candy Bedworth |Natalia Iacobelli |Elizaveta Ermakova
Long Read Kisses have long been a symbol of love, passion, and intimacy, and artists throughout history have captured these moments in their work. From tender embraces to passionate lip-locks, the depiction of kisses in art transcends time and culture, evoking deep emotions and storytelling. In this article, we will explore some of the most iconic kisses in art, delving into the stories behind these famous images and the artists who created them.
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Apr 17, 2024 | 
dailyartmagazine.com | Celia Leiva Otto |Elizaveta Ermakova |Erol DEĞİRMENCİ
Giovanni Battista Piranesi, born in Venice in 1720 but later adopted by Rome, emerged as a preeminent illustrator of archaeological antiquities during the 18th century. Driven by a profound passion for ancient ruins, Piranesi distinguished himself as the foremost master of etching. He meticulously crafted a comprehensive catalog that encapsulated the entirety of knowledge about Ancient Rome during his era.
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Mar 27, 2024 | 
dailyartmagazine.com | Elizaveta Ermakova |Erol DEĞİRMENCİ |Jimena Escoto |Ruxi Rusu
It is hard to say how many portraits of the poet Anna Akhmatova (1889-1966) exist – she was painted by many famous artists of the 20th century. She was an inspiration for many geniuses, being a genius poet herself. Amusing FateAnna Akhmatova’s poems combine classical elegance and amazing passion associated with the drama of her own destiny. The poet began to create at a time when the very idea that a woman could be a poet was rather unusual.
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Feb 13, 2024 | 
dailyartmagazine.com | Maya Tola |Natalia Iacobelli |Petra Dragasevic |Elizaveta Ermakova
The love story of Radha and Krishna has been immortalized in art by poets, musicians, writers, and painters over the long history of Hinduism. The divine pair is often referred to as the single unit of “Radha Krishna” and is a popular artistic theme that flourished in the royal Hindu courts from the 15th century on that continues to inspire artists of various mediums today!A Divine Love AffairKrishna is the eighth avatar of Vishnu, the creator of the Hindu pantheon.
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Feb 13, 2024 | 
dailyartmagazine.com | Erol DEĞİRMENCİ |Natalia Iacobelli |Petra Dragasevic |Elizaveta Ermakova
Well-known love stories are an essential part of our literary conscience. Within these stories, themes such as separation, sacrifice, and passion play a significant role. Yet, there are not many examples where the love between characters is as pure, naive, and sincere as in the story of Daphnis and Chloé. Let’s observe how painters from different eras interpreted the mesmerizing writing style of Longus and the thyme and sea-scented love that his characters share.
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Jan 5, 2024 | 
dailyartmagazine.com | Elizaveta Ermakova |Maya Tola |Nicole Ganbold |Catriona Miller
Jacob Jordaens (1593 – 1678), a wonderful artist of the Baroque era, was keen on painting the scenes from peasants’ life. He first painted the famous feast of the bean king in the mid-1630s. Due to the popularity of the holiday, he began to receive regular orders for picturing it again and again. What Is the Feast of the Bean King? A feast with the bean king is a common custom in 17th-century Flanders, a secular way to celebrate the Catholic Epiphany.
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Dec 19, 2023 | 
dailyartmagazine.com | Helena Pereira |Natalia Iacobelli |Petra Dragasevic |Elizaveta Ermakova
European Art Every country has its legends and fairytales, and Portugal is no exception. One of the most well-known Portuguese tales is a love story about King Pedro of Portugal and Inês de Castro. Their relationship did not end as they would have wanted, with Inês being killed by royal minions, but in this case, what life took apart, death put back together. Here is the story of how King Pedro’s and Inês’ tombs were made.
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Oct 14, 2023 | 
dailyartmagazine.com | Erol DEĞİRMENCİ |Elizaveta Ermakova |Zuzanna Stanska
Circe is one of the fascinating characters in Homer’s epic poem the Odyssey. Due to her complex and unconventional nature, many painters throughout history have attempted to portray her in their own unique ways. Yet, there was only one painter who painted her not just once, but three times. The works of English painter John William Waterhouse were greatly influenced by ancient literary sources and myths.
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Sep 28, 2023 | 
dailyartmagazine.com | Magda Michalska |Natalia Iacobelli |Petra Dragasevic |Elizaveta Ermakova
They fell in love while playing chess and stayed together for the rest of their lives. Read about the relationship between the famous German Surrealist Max Ernst and the up-and-coming American painter Dorothea Tanning, who would eventually become a Surrealist icon just like her partner. Birthday, Divorce, MarriageMax Ernst and Dorothea Tanning first met at a party in 1942. Tanning was introduced to a Surrealist circle, among them Ernst, by the art dealer Julien Levy.
