M.C. Escher (1898-1972) was a 20th century Dutch graphic artist recognized for his unique interpretation of repeating patterns (tessellations), impossible architecture, and skills in woodcutting and lithography. Although lacking formal training in math or science, he was greatly appreciated by mathematicians, scientists, and crystallographers for his intuitive capacity for transforming geometric shape into a workable and…
Tree Man Hybrid Man with Boat Shoes by Hieronymus Bosch
THE GARDEN OF EARTHLY DELIGHTSHieronymus Bosch shows us how we mortal souls, arisen from earthly paradise, are on our way to the atrocious ordeals of hell via our unchaste lives on earth. The dark painting on the closed panels shows the Creation, surrounded by water, in accordance with medieval traditions. Many recognize a self-portrait in…
African Art Replicas
We celebrate the unique style of African cultural art. At the heart of African art is a unique interpretation of vibrant patterns and colors referring to particular regional areas or the majestic wildlife animals who inhabit the great plains and jungles. Some of our artworks are replicas of particular tribal pieces, while others pay homage…
Dali Magritte | Surrealism Art of Dreams
Salvador Dali was a leading figure in the Surrealist art movement from the early 20th century. Known for his improbable combinations, he tried to reveal images and symbolism from his dream state in his paintings. For example, Dali depicted an elephant with legs as thin as toothpicks in Temptation of Saint Anthony or a clock…
Michelangelo Pieta
This month we are commemorating Michelangelo Buonarroti’s 547th birthday with a biography of Michelangelo’s early years and his Vatican statue of The Pieta. Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni was born March 6th 1475 (d. 1564) in the Tuscany village of Caprese, Italy. His parents were Lodovico, a poor Florence nobleman, and Francesca, his wife, who…