Several types of revival architecture emerged in the 19th century, and this makes it all the most remarkable that this particular type was only developed in its final decades. Baroque architecture was the most popular style in Europe from the early 17th to the mid-18th century and eventually spread all around the world. Defined by …
When Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640) married his second wife, he moved to a castle in a rural area between Antwerp and Brussels in modern-day Belgium. He often used her as a model and the freedom he had to produce paintings reflected both in the Baroque master’s personal touch and the immense experience he had by …
Very few places outside of the world’s most famous museums allow you to admire 3 stunning paintings in such a small space. The chapel in a famous church in Rome is decorated with 3 masterpieces of the Baroque era, and it allows you to admire the contrast in styles by two renowned Baroque artists. In …
The Baroque era started in the early 17th century and flourished in Europe until the mid-18th century. It was an extension of Mannerism, which in turn is considered to be the predecessor of the Renaissance. The main goal of Baroque artists was to create a sense of awe with their art. Because Baroque Art was …
When an architectural competition was launched in the 17th century to design a new fountain in Rome, there was only going to be one winner. Gian Lorenzo Bernini (1598-1680) was the most renowned architect and artist of the Baroque era and he left a permanent mark on the city by designing various monuments and buildings …
The first walled fortification of the German city of Dresden was seriously expanded in the 15th century. It was eventually transformed into one of the most amazing Baroque buildings in the world. The amazing palace complex in the historic heart of the city has served multiple purposes throughout its history. Today, it’s a great place …
When Nicolas Poussin (1594-1665) moved from France to Rome during the 1620s, The French artist only briefly returned once to his home country. He had made a name for himself in the Italian capital since his arrival in 1624. When he returned to France, he was overloaded with work by King Louis XIII and Cardinal …
The Baroque era emerged in the early 17th century and emerged when Baroque sculptors abandoned the ideals of the Renaissance sculptors before them. They had to fill the footsteps of some of the greatest artists in history. This included Renaissance artist Michelangelo (1475-1564) and Mannerist artist Benvenuto Cellini (1500-1571) to name a few. This wasn’t …
It’s no secret that the most renowned artists in history often got invited to decorate the walls of newly constructed buildings such as palaces and churches. This often included painting the walls of these buildings, artworks that are referred to as frescoes. When Annibale Carracci (1560-1609) was commissioned to decorate the ceiling of one of …
This Baroque building majestically overlooks a valley in Austria and features the tomb of an Irish saint who was born in the 10th century. These are just some of the many interesting things we can say about this Benedictine abbey, a structure that has a history that goes back to the 11th century. Let’s take …