The document provides details on 10 masterworks from the paintings collection of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. It includes information on paintings such as Jan van Eyck's The Annunciation from 1435, Raphael's The Alba Madonna from 1511, and Titian's Venus with a Mirror from around 1555. For each work, it discusses key elements like the artist, date, medium, dimensions, and sometimes symbolic or historical context. It also provides a brief overview of the National Gallery of Art's origins and collections.
TIZIANO's 'Allegory of marriage' (1533) and its many repetitions till the 19t...K. Bender
This painting of TIZIANO, also known as 'An allegory of marriage, in honour of Alfonso d'Avalos, marchese del Vasto' has a complicated provenance and was seemingly very popular, given the many known repetitions (drawings, copies, engravings). It was in the beginning of the 17th century in the collection of Charles I, where it was copied several times. It was finally sold to Louis XIV and entered the Musée du Louvre in 1785.
Art class given in History, Colegio Escolapios, Pamplona, Spain, february 2014.
This 60 minutes presentation gives an introduction on Neoclassicism. What does neoclassical art look like? When and where arose this art movement? Why did it appear?
Short comparisons are made between Neoclassicism and former art movements.
TIZIANO's 'Allegory of marriage' (1533) and its many repetitions till the 19t...K. Bender
This painting of TIZIANO, also known as 'An allegory of marriage, in honour of Alfonso d'Avalos, marchese del Vasto' has a complicated provenance and was seemingly very popular, given the many known repetitions (drawings, copies, engravings). It was in the beginning of the 17th century in the collection of Charles I, where it was copied several times. It was finally sold to Louis XIV and entered the Musée du Louvre in 1785.
Art class given in History, Colegio Escolapios, Pamplona, Spain, february 2014.
This 60 minutes presentation gives an introduction on Neoclassicism. What does neoclassical art look like? When and where arose this art movement? Why did it appear?
Short comparisons are made between Neoclassicism and former art movements.
big and small, lined and soft, round and angular
of felt or velvet
adorned with fur, embroidery, gorgeous bird feathers, ribbons, stones according to the owner’s fortune
grands et petits, doublés et doux, ronds et angulaires,
en feutre ou en velours,
ornés de fourrure, broderies, plumes d'oiseaux magnifiques, de rubans, pierreries selon la fortune du propriétaire ...
Recognised as the most beautiful woman in the Mediterranean civilisations, hers was the face that launched a thousand ships and inspired the legends ...
Rückenfigur ... back figure in paintings.ppsxguimera
Wanderer above the Sea of Fog is perhaps the most iconic Rückenfigur in German Romantic painting …
Rückenfigur, the back-figure is a pictorial theme with significant power.
Rückenfigur ... back figure in paintings
Rückenfigur ... figure de dos dans la peinture.ppsxguimera
Le Voyageur contemplant une mer de nuages est probablement la Rückenfigur la plus emblématique de la peinture romantique allemande ...
Rückenfigur, la figure de dos est un thème pictural d'une grande puissance.
Has been depicted
in mythological and religious paintings, in still life, vanities, allegories, in the genre painting.
From Caravaggio and Rubens to Millet, through Vermeer, Delacroix, Manet, Moreau …
Panier en osier dans la peinture européenne.ppsxguimera
A été représenté
dans les peintures mythologiques et religieuses, les natures mortes, vanités, allégories, dans la peinture de genre.
Du Caravage et Rubens à Millet, en passant par Vermeer, Delacroix, Manet, Moreau ...
The Art of Rain_The beauty of rain in paintings..ppsxguimera
The beauty of rain in paintings.
expected or feared, delicate or stormy, metaphorical or very real, the rain has often entered the imagination of artists ...
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La beauté de la pluie dans la peinture.
espérée ou redoutée, fine ou orageuse, métaphorique ou bien réelle, la pluie s’est souvent invitée dans l’imaginaire des artistes ...
Medea and the beautiful Argonaut,
the first human Cain
Romulus and Remus nursed by the same she-wolf,
Vulcan who loves Venus who loves Mars
Eve and the Apple of the Tree of Temptation
and
the most human of emotions that inspired the painters
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Médée et le bel Argonaute,
le premier humain Caïn
Romulus et Remus nourris au sein de la même louve,
Vulcain qui aime Vénus qui aime Mars
Ève et la pomme de l'arbre de la tentation
et
la plus humaine des émotions qui a inspiré les peintres
créatures mi-hommes, mi-chevaux, habitant les forêts et les montagnes
violents et sauvages, avec une morale brutale, et un amour immodéré pour le vin et les femmes
The cherry: beauty, softness, its heart-shaped plastic has inspired artists since Antiquity. Cherries and strawberries were considered the fruits of paradise and thus represented the souls of men.
Hadj Ounis's most notable work is his sculpture titled "Metamorphosis." This piece showcases Ounis's mastery of form and texture, as he seamlessly combines metal and wood to create a dynamic and visually striking composition. The juxtaposition of the two materials creates a sense of tension and harmony, inviting viewers to contemplate the relationship between nature and industry.
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Boudoir photography, a genre that captures intimate and sensual images of individuals, has experienced significant transformation over the years, particularly in New York City (NYC). Known for its diversity and vibrant arts scene, NYC has been a hub for the evolution of various art forms, including boudoir photography. This article delves into the historical background, cultural significance, technological advancements, and the contemporary landscape of boudoir photography in NYC.
National Gallery of Art, Washington_Paintings Collection, The Masterpieces (2)
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2. National Gallery of Art, Washington
Paintings Collection, The Masterpieces
(2)
3. EYCK, Jan van
The Annunciation
c. 1435
Oil, transferred from wood to canvas,
93 x 37 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
4. EYCK, Jan van
The Annunciation (detail)
c. 1435
Oil, transferred from wood to canvas,
93 x 37 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
5. EYCK, Jan van
The Annunciation (detail)
c. 1435
Oil, transferred from wood to canvas,
93 x 37 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
6. EYCK, Jan van
The Annunciation (detail)
c. 1435
Oil, transferred from wood to canvas,
93 x 37 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
7. EYCK, Jan van
The Annunciation (detail)
c. 1435
Oil, transferred from wood to canvas,
93 x 37 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
8. EYCK, Jan van
The Annunciation (detail)
c. 1435
Oil, transferred from wood to canvas,
93 x 37 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
9. EYCK, Jan van
The Annunciation (detail)
c. 1435
Oil, transferred from wood to canvas,
93 x 37 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
10. EYCK, Jan van
The Annunciation (detail)
c. 1435
Oil, transferred from wood to canvas,
93 x 37 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
11. EYCK, Jan van
The Annunciation (detail)
c. 1435
Oil, transferred from wood to canvas,
93 x 37 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
12. EYCK, Jan van
The Annunciation (detail)
c. 1435
Oil, transferred from wood to canvas,
93 x 37 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
13. EYCK, Jan van
The Annunciation (detail)
c. 1435
Oil, transferred from wood to canvas,
93 x 37 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
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15. RAFFAELLO Sanzio
The Alba Madonna
1511
Oil on canvas, diameter 98 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
16. RAFFAELLO Sanzio
The Alba Madonna (detail)
1511
Oil on canvas, diameter 98 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
17. RAFFAELLO Sanzio
The Alba Madonna (detail)
1511
Oil on canvas, diameter 98 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
18. RAFFAELLO Sanzio
The Alba Madonna (detail)
1511
Oil on canvas, diameter 98 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
19. RAFFAELLO Sanzio
The Alba Madonna (detail)
1511
Oil on canvas, diameter 98 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
20. RAFFAELLO Sanzio
The Alba Madonna (detail)
1511
Oil on canvas, diameter 98 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
21. RAFFAELLO Sanzio
The Alba Madonna (detail)
1511
Oil on canvas, diameter 98 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
22.
23. ANGELICO, Fra
The Adoration of the Magi
c. 1445
Panel, diameter 137,4 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
24. ANGELICO, Fra
The Adoration of the Magi (detail)
c. 1445
Panel, diameter 137,4 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
25. ANGELICO, Fra
The Adoration of the Magi (detail)
c. 1445
Panel, diameter 137,4 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
26. ANGELICO, Fra
The Adoration of the Magi (detail)
c. 1445
Panel, diameter 137,4 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
27. ANGELICO, Fra
The Adoration of the Magi (detail)
c. 1445
Panel, diameter 137,4 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
28. ANGELICO, Fra
The Adoration of the Magi (detail)
c. 1445
Panel, diameter 137,4 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
29. ANGELICO, Fra
The Adoration of the Magi (detail)
c. 1445
Panel, diameter 137,4 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
30. ANGELICO, Fra
The Adoration of the Magi (detail)
c. 1445
Panel, diameter 137,4 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
31. ANGELICO, Fra
The Adoration of the Magi (detail)
c. 1445
Panel, diameter 137,4 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
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33. DUCCIO di Buoninsegna
The Nativity between Prophets Isaiah
and Ezekiel
1308-11
Tempera on wood, 48 x 87 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
34. DUCCIO di Buoninsegna
The Nativity between Prophets Isaiah
and Ezekiel (detail)
1308-11
Tempera on wood, 48 x 87 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
35. DUCCIO di Buoninsegna
The Nativity between Prophets Isaiah
and Ezekiel (detail)
1308-11
Tempera on wood, 48 x 87 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
36. DUCCIO di Buoninsegna
The Nativity between Prophets Isaiah
and Ezekiel (detail)
1308-11
Tempera on wood, 48 x 87 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
37. DUCCIO di Buoninsegna
The Nativity between Prophets Isaiah
and Ezekiel (detail)
1308-11
Tempera on wood, 48 x 87 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
38. DUCCIO di Buoninsegna
The Nativity between Prophets Isaiah
and Ezekiel (detail)
1308-11
Tempera on wood, 48 x 87 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
39. DUCCIO di Buoninsegna
The Nativity between Prophets Isaiah
and Ezekiel (detail)
1308-11
Tempera on wood, 48 x 87 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
40. DUCCIO di Buoninsegna
The Nativity between Prophets Isaiah
and Ezekiel (detail)
1308-11
Tempera on wood, 48 x 87 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
41. DUCCIO di Buoninsegna
The Nativity between Prophets Isaiah
and Ezekiel (detail)
1308-11
Tempera on wood, 48 x 87 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
42. DUCCIO di Buoninsegna
The Nativity between Prophets Isaiah
and Ezekiel (detail)
1308-11
Tempera on wood, 48 x 87 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
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44. TIZIANO Vecellio
Venus with a Mirror
c. 1555
Oil on canvas, 125 x 106 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
45. TIZIANO Vecellio
Venus with a Mirror (detail)
c. 1555
Oil on canvas, 125 x 106 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
46. TIZIANO Vecellio
Venus with a Mirror (detail)
c. 1555
Oil on canvas, 125 x 106 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
47. TIZIANO Vecellio
Venus with a Mirror (detail)
c. 1555
Oil on canvas, 125 x 106 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
48. TIZIANO Vecellio
Venus with a Mirror (detail)
c. 1555
Oil on canvas, 125 x 106 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington
49. National Gallery of Art, Washington
Paintings Collection, The Masterpieces (2)
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50. TIZIANO Vecellio
Venus with a Mirror
At the core of Renaissance art is the revival of the classical past, and in his Venus with a Mirror, Titian revealed both his appreciation of antiquity and his remarkable modernity.
During a sojourn in Rome he wrote that he was "learning from the marvelous ancient stones" that were being unearthed daily in the city. Indeed, he based the gesture of the
goddess, her hands held to her breast and lap, on a famous Roman statue of Venus that later belonged to the Medici.
Yet Titian breathed a warmth and life into the remote source to conjure a startlingly immediate and sensual modern Venus. Her pliant flesh seems to melt at the touch of the cupid
who strains to bestow on her the crown of love. While she pulls about her a wine–colored velvet wrap lined in fur, soft, opulent, and evoking the sense of touch, Venus reveals her
body as much as she conceals it. The beautiful woman gazing at her reflection is a favorite theme of Renaissance love poetry in which the writer envies the fortunate mirror that
enjoys his lady's splendid image.
51. EYCK, Jan van
The Annunciation
The Annunciation described by Saint Luke is interpreted in terms of actuality in this painting, which was probably once the left wing of a triptych. The forms—even that of the
archangel—seem to have weight and volume. Light and shadow play over them in a natural way, and with amazing skill, Jan van Eyck has distinguished between the textures of
materials ranging from hard, polished stone to the soft, fragile petals of flowers.
Yet religious symbolism speaks from every detail, expounding the significance of the Annunciation, and the relationship of the Old Testament to the New. The structure of the
church can be interpreted symbolically; the dark upper story, with its single, stained–glass window of Jehovah, may refer to the former era of the Old Testament, while the
lower part of the building, already illuminated by the "Light of the World" and dominated by transparent, triple windows symbolizing the Trinity, may refer to the Era of Grace of
the New Testament. The idea of passing from old to new is further manifested in the transition from the Romanesque round–arched windows of the upper story to the early
Gothic pointed arches of the lower zone, and also in the depictions on the floor tiles: David beheading Goliath and Samson destroying the Philistine temple are both Old
Testament events in the salvation of the Jewish people which prefigure the salvation of humankind through the coming of Christ.
52. RAFFAELLO Sanzio
The Alba Madonna
After four years in Florence, Raphael moved to Rome in 1508, probably to execute more significant commissions under the papal reign of Julius II. The major work in America from
Raphael's Roman period is The Alba Madonna. In this "Madonna of Humility" the Virgin is seated directly on the ground instead of on a heavenly throne or a sumptuous cushion.
The artist grouped the figures in a broad low pyramid, aligning them within a circle in such a way that they not only conform to their space, but dominate it as well. The tondo, or
round–format style, was popular in Florentine painting, and the influence of the Florentine masters Michelangelo and Leonardo is also apparent in the work.
The Alba Madonna shows the Roman style Raphael adapted, in the painting’s delicacy of color and mood, with figures draped in rose pink, pale blue, and green, set in an
idealized, classical landscape. The Madonna is dressed in an antique costume of turban, sandals, and flowing robes. The serene, bucolic atmosphere of Raphael's tondo belies its
emotional meaning. The Christ Child's gesture of accepting the cross from the Baptist is the focus of attention of all three figures, as if they have foreknowledge of Christ's
sacrifice for mankind.
53. ANGELICO, Fra
The Adoration of the Magi
This brilliantly colored, richly decorated circular panel presents a splendid vision of the arrival of the Magi, accompanied by a courtly entourage. A 1492 inventory of Lorenzo de'
Medici's estate possibly identifies this picture as the most valuable in the collection of the powerful Florentine family, and attributes it to Fra Angelico. The Adoration of the Magi
actually appears to be the product of two artists; Fra Angelico may only have started the altarpiece, the greatest part of the work having been taken up by Fra Filippo Lippi.
Fra Angelico was a Dominican known for his great monastic devotion; his saintly deportment is mirrored in the quiet piety of his paintings. The representation of the Virgin Mary
here characterizes his style in the pure, simple form of her head and the gentle refinement of her features. Fra Filippo's earthy style appeals to the viewer in the portrayal of massive
forms and well–articulated figures. In the Adoration, the richly attired wise men and their attendants, as well as the broad–faced Joseph beside the Virgin, are usually attributed to
him.
While several elements of the painting can be seen as symbolic—for example, the peacock was considered a symbol of immortality—the Adoration can also simply be appreciated
for its sparkling color, delightful details, and festive gaiety.
54. DUCCIO di Buoninsegna
The Nativity between Prophets Isaiah and Ezekiel
This work comes from the front predella, the separate horizontal band of narrative scenes at the base of the great Maestà altarpiece that depicts Mary, the patron saint of Siena, in
majesty with angels and saints. A contract of 1308 states that the huge altarpiece for the cathedral of Siena was to be painted entirely by Duccio di Buoninsegna; it is probable,
however, that the artist took on assistants to help carry out the project.
In the Nativity, Duccio employed conventional Byzantine elements, such as the cave setting, the glowing colors, and the multi–scene composition. Mary is shown in the usual
Byzantine manner — larger than the figures around her yet — her large size also underscores the importance the Virgin held for the Sienese. The bracketing side panels portray Old
Testament prophets holding scrolls that foretell the birth of Christ.
Duccio's unique contribution to the Byzantine style is his use of elegantly flowing lines, most evident here in the drapery folds and mountain ridges. The soft, undulating
brushstrokes downplay the austerity of the earlier style, as do the sensitive rendering of the Virgin's face and the individual characterizations of Isaiah and Ezekiel, expressing a true
sense of human feeling.
55. National Gallery of Art, Washington
The National Gallery of Art is an American museum of art, part of the federally operated Smithsonian
Institution system, located at the east end of the Mall, Washington, D.C. It was founded in 1937 when
the financier and philanthropist Andrew W. Mellon donated to the government a collection of paintings
by European masters and a large sum of money to construct the gallery's Neoclassical building, which
was designed by the architect John Russell Pope and opened in 1941. That structure came to be known
as the West Building after 1978, when it was connected by plaza and underground concourse to the
new East Building, which was designed by I.M. Pei and Partners.
The National Gallery now houses a very extensive collection of European and American paintings,
sculpture, decorative arts, and graphic works from the 12th to the 20th century. The museum has
especially rich holdings of works by Italian Renaissance painters, as well as by Dutch and Spanish
Baroque and French Rococo artists.