Articles related to "Italian Artists"

Caravaggio is considered one of the greatest and most influential artists in history, but his genius had an extremely dark side.

Famous Western artists in 13th to 17th centuries have celebrated nicknames more famous than their given names.

Which painting - from 1280, 1503, or 1517 - was carried through Florence, was stolen by an Italian nationalist, or was the first obtained by the National Gallery, London?

Visitors to London looking for things to do that are not expensive have a healthy choice of options with many museums and galleries offering free admission.

Artist and teacher Umberto Romano's work mirrored his versatility, passion and compassion.

Renaissance artists in Northern Europe used the new medium of oil paint to create an illusion of space.

A look at the representation and symbolism of Easter in Fine Art paintings and in folklore. What is the meaning behind the Easter Bunny, the Lamb and Eggs?

Mediterranean cruising isn't just for summer! Although the weather is cooler, the crowds are gone and you'll have the antiquities and shops all to yourself

Lorenzo Ghiberti and Giorgio Vasari were Renaissance artists and historiographers of art whose historical writings laid basis for Art History as an academic discipline.

The German painter, engraver, printmaker and draughtsman who introduced new levels of perception of the artist as an independent professional.

The Batman: Black and White anthology miniseries featured some of the best American and international comics creators. Each story had a unique vision of the Dark Knight.

Though overshadowed by the Impressionists in their own day, the works of these romantic and idealistic artists has through time gained a new respect and admiration.

At the holiday time of year, historic homes and mansions all over the United States take on a festive air. Gather ideas for your home from heritage houses in your area.

Test your knowledge with this brief overview of art history events from the 15th and 16th centuries.

Contrary to the popular belief that artists were humble introvert craftsmen who lived and worked content in their anonymity, artists systematically advertised their work.

Vegetarianism as a diet has been around for a long time, and many people you may have heard of are vegetarians or vegans. Here's a list of some of the more famous ones.

2008 is the 150th anniversary of the birth of Giovanni Segantini. London's National Gallery are exhibiting his work and that of his associates, the Divisionists.

Test your knowledge of these 17th-century Dutch painters and absorb perhaps-obscure facts about them.

Madrid's famous Reina Sofia Museum, officially named Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía (MNCARS), gets ready to host foreign visual art.

Renaissance painters from Venice developed their own distinctive style using light and a rich color palette.

This exhibition will explore the development of Italian ceramic art between the two World Wars and the years that followed. Work by 23 leading ceramists will be featured.

The Italian Renaissance spread to Northern Europe, through King Francis I of France. Shakespeare, Flanders, Erasmus all reflect the Northern Renaissance.

20th-century Futurist artist Giacomo Balla and 19th-century historical artist Daniel Maclise express elements of war in unique ways.

Encouraged by President Thomas Jefferson, musicians came from Italy to organize a brass section for the United States Marine Band.

Test your knowledge of these 16th- and 17th-century Dutch and Italian painters.

Adult comics make intimate presents for bookworms. Alan Moore and Melinda Gebbie, Parris Quinn, and Milo Manara, have made unconventional tales for a mature readership.