Max Ernst’s Europe After the Rain II conjures up a surreal, apocalyptic landscape that seems to reflect his own personal horror at the wars through which he lived and fought. In this article, Singulart takes a closer look at Max Ernst’s life and examines Europe After the Rain II as well as his experimental techniques. What is happening in Europe…
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Max Ernst’s The Antipope is a surreal figurative work that exemplifies his fantastical surrealist style and also represents aspects of his tumultuous personal life. In this article, Singulart investigates the life of Max Ernst and the meaning behind the singular work that is The Antipope. Who was Max Ernst? Max Ernst (1891-1976) was a key figure of the Dada and…
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James Ensor’s Christ’s Entry into Brussels is one of his most famous works, painted during his obsession with religious themes and is considered a precursor to expressionism and of significant influence on many modern works of art since. In this article, Singulart examines the life of James Ensor and the meaning of Christ’s Entry into Brussels as well as its…
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James Ensor’s Masks Confronting Death exemplifies his unique, macabre style of painting which set him apart from the painting trends of the early twentieth century and which influenced many artists after him. In this article, Singulart takes a closer look at Ensor’s life and artistic career and analyses the themes and styles present in his work Masks Confronting Death. Who…
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Edward Hopper’s Nighthawks remains today one of the most iconic works of American Realism, with its elevation of a seemingly banal diner scene to a timeless, transcendent symbol of human experience, encompassing emotions of loneliness and alienation. In this article, Singulart examines Hopper’s long road to recognition and discusses the multitude of reasons behind Nighthawks stellar reputation. Who was Edward…
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Andy Warhol’s Campbell’s Soup Cans is one of the most renowned examples of his pioneering Pop Art style, transforming an everyday object into an iconic symbol. In this article, Singulart investigates Warhol’s transition from commercial artist to Pop Art star and takes a closer look at his famous work Campbell’s Soup Cans. Who was Andy Warhol? Andy Warhol (1928-1987)…
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Dance at Bougival exemplifies Pierre-Auguste Renoir’s transition to his later, mature style which combined the influence of Impressionism with more classical elements. In this article, Singulart takes a look at the life of Renoir and discusses the Dance at Bougival in the context of Renoir’s style. Who was Pierre-Auguste Renoir? Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841-1919) was a French painter and founder of…
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Gerhard Richter’s Abstract Painting, 780-1 is one of his many abstract compositions which use his experimental blurring technique to create a work that investigates the boundaries between figuration and abstraction and which uses elements of photography in painting. In this article, Singulart explores Richter’s approach to painting and analyses the masterpiece Abstract Painting, 780-1, in order to gain a better…
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A Bigger Splash is one of David Hockney’s most iconic works, combining his fascination with California in the 1960’s with his investigation of the relationship between painting and performance. In this article, Singulart investigates Hockney’s famous painting in the context of the artist’s career and the artistic landscape of the late twentieth century. Who is David Hockney? Born in Bradford,…
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The Hunter (Catalan Landscape) is one of Joan Miró’s first works in his mature, Surrealist style. It exemplifies his use of automatism, or the use of his subconscious, to create paintings that conjure up a realm between dream and reality, on the edge of abstraction and figuration, in order to open new potentials in painting. In this article, Singulart decodes…
