Baroque
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Baroque art (16th-18th century), is characterized by dramatic emotions, details, and grandeur (see glossary). Artists like Caravaggio and Bernini embraced intense contrasts of light and shadow, while musicians composed elaborate, emotional pieces. Baroque art aimed to evoke powerful emotions, often linked to religion or dynamic narratives. The period witnessed a departure from the restraint of the Renaissance, embracing a more theatrical and dynamic aesthetic. |
Baroque: Bernini
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Gian Lorenzo Bernini, an Italian sculptor and architect in the 17th century, shaped the Baroque era with his dynamic and emotional artworks. Renowned for sculptures like "Apollo and Daphne" and "Ecstasy of Saint Teresa," he skillfully captured movement and passion in stone. Bernini also played a key role in designing St. Peter's Square in Vatican City. |
Baroque: Caravaggio
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Caravaggio, a 16th-17th century Italian artist, pioneered Baroque painting with his dramatic use of light and shadow. His realistic illustrations often featured everyday people as religious figures, challenging traditional norms. Renowned for his intense, emotionally charged scenes, Caravaggio's works, like "The Calling of Saint Matthew", "Medusa", and many more, displayed a unique blend of real life and theatre. |
Baroque: Murillo
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Bartolomé Esteban Murillo, a 17th-century Spanish Baroque painter, excelled in capturing religious and genre scenes with a warm and tender touch. His works, such as "The Immaculate Conception" and "The Flower Girl," reflect a harmonious blend of naturalism and spiritualism. |
Baroque: Rembrandt
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Rembrandt, a Dutch painter of the 17th century, is celebrated for his masterful use of light and shadow, creating deeply emotive and realistic portraits. Renowned for works like "The Night Watch," he captured the human spirit with empathy and authenticity. |
Baroque: Rubens
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Peter Paul Rubens, a Flemish Baroque painter, flourished in the 17th century, creating dynamic, energetic artworks. Known for his robust (see glossary) figures and vibrant colors, Rubens mastered grand compositions and dramatic scenes, like "The Descent from the Cross." His artworks ranged from religious to mythological subjects. |
Baroque: Velázquez
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Diego Velázquez, a 17th-century Spanish painter, is celebrated for his masterful use of color and light. As the court painter to King Philip IV, Velázquez captured royal portraits with realism and psychological depth, exemplified in works like "Las Meninas." His innovative techniques, including loose brushstrokes and naturalism, influenced later artists. |
Baroque: Vermeer
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Johannes Vermeer, a 17th-century Dutch painter, is celebrated for his intimate and luminous scenes, often featuring domestic life and tranquil moments. Notable works like "Girl with a Pearl Earring" showcase his mastery of light and detail. Vermeer's art, characterized by realism and meticulous technique, captures everyday beauty with a sense of serenity. |
