Although this French artist was born into a rich aristocratic family, his life wasn’t easy by any means because he suffered some serious blows as an adolescent. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864-1901) broke both his legs while he was 13 and 14 years old and the wounds didn’t heal properly. This was probably caused by a …
There are plenty of examples of artists who never managed to be appreciated during their lifetime. This French artist is another great example of this. Paul Gauguin (1848-1903) never truly focused on his art until after he got married in 1773. Unfortunately, his new passion resulted in divorce over a decade later. Disgruntled by Western …
When this French artist traveled to Tahiti, he experienced several personal setbacks. His Magnum Opus is the culmination of his personal struggle during this period. Paul Gauguin (1848-1903) was a renowned Post-Impressionist artist who never really manage to succeed during his lifetime. He became, however, a great source of inspiration for other avant-garde artists at …
One of the most famous buildings in Paris is a popular cabaret that features a distinctive red windmill. I’m talking about the Moulin Rouge. This establishment first opened its doors in the late 19th century and served as a big inspiration for this renowned French artist. Let’s take a closer look at some of the …
The Impressionist artists of the late 19th century caused a revolution in the world of art. Instead of depicting things as they were like the Realist artists, they favored painting based on their impression of things. Impressionist paintings often appear to be hazy and feature a sense of motion that makes the work come alive. …