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Lautrec’s posters were influential on other artists in Paris & increased his fame amongst them. In Bed (1892), Jane Avril Dancing (1892), Quadrille at the Music Hall (1892) & Ambassadeurs Cabaret (1892)
He frequented brothels & was welcomed by the women who seemed oblivious to his documenting their actions. At the Moulin Rouge (1892), The Ballet ‘Papa Chrysanthème’ (1892), the Bed (1892-3) & The Kiss (1892). His images would have shocked the bourgeoisie but are tender & profound
Lautrec had an allowance from his family & fortified that with sales of prints. The Streetwalker (1890-1), Mlle. Dubai Playing the Piano (1890), Moulin Rouge, La Goulue (1890) & Combing (1891)
The role of the Madonna in Christianity was particularly important in that she offered succour & was a source of intercession with God. At a time when life was hard & cruel she was a major figure of solace. Madonna’s (c1465, nd & nd)
In 1468 he became city painter of Louvain & made a match with the daughter of a wealthy local family. He was clearly successful to have achieved such a financially lucrative union. Resurrection (c1450-60) & the Entombment (c1450)
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Apollo (2019) https://t.co/MVjKFee0Hj
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Portal (2020)
Fragonard created this exquisite image of a young girl reading c1776. The painter worked intuitively when it came to colour & brushwork. His approach is surprisingly modern. A stunning work.
This is one of Gainsborough’s most beautiful portraits. It’s of Elizabeth Linley, Mrs Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1785/7). The artist constantly sought to integrate nature into his portraits & in this example he achieved that superbly.
Tiepelo was arguably the greatest decorative painter from Italy. He’s best known for his magnificent painted ceilings. In this case it’s a mythological canvas of Apollo pursuing Daphne (c1755/60)