Key artists and their works

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Michelangelo Buonarroti

Italian Renaissance artist known for his sculpture, painting, architecture, and poetry.

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Sistine Chapel Ceiling

Famous frescoes painted by Michelangelo between 1508 and 1512, depicting biblical scenes.

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Pieta

A sculpture by Michelangelo showing the Virgin Mary holding the dead body of Jesus Christ.

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Albrecht Durer

German artist known for his engravings and woodcuts, as well as his detailed paintings.

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Woodcut

A printmaking technique used by Durer, where a design is carved into a block of wood.

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Blue Period

A phase in Picasso's work characterized by somber tones and themes of poverty and isolation.

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Cubism

An avant-garde art movement founded by Picasso and Braque that abstracted subjects into geometric shapes.

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Vincent Van Gogh

Dutch Post-Impressionist painter known for his expressive use of color and emotive brushwork.

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The Starry Night

A famous painting by Van Gogh featuring swirling night skies over a small village.

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Rembrandt van Rijn

Dutch Baroque painter noted for his mastery of light and shadow, and impactful portraits.

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Chiaroscuro

The use of strong contrasts between light and dark to give the illusion of volume in modeling three-dimensional objects.

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Las Meninas

A painting by Velazquez of the Spanish Infanta Margaret Theresa, noted for its complex composition and mirror reflections.

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Guernica

A large mural by Picasso depicting the horrors of war, created in response to the bombing of the town of Guernica.

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Impressionism

An art movement that captures the effects of light and atmosphere, characterized by loose brushwork.

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Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear

A painting by Van Gogh depicting himself after he famously cut off part of his ear following an argument.

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The Creation of Adam

A fresco by Michelangelo that illustrates the biblical creation of humanity, located on the Sistine Chapel ceiling.

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Knight, Death and the Devil

A famous engraving by Durer that represents the struggle between good and evil.

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The Old Guitarist

A poignant painting by Picasso from his Blue Period, depicting a blind beggar playing a guitar.

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The Café at Terrace

A painting by Van Gogh that showcases a lively nighttime scene with bright, contrasting colors.

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The Forge of Vulcan

A painting by Velazquez depicting the moment Apollo informs Vulcan of Venus' infidelity.

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Bacchus

A marble sculpture created by Michelangelo representing the Roman god of wine, commissioned for a wealthy banker.

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The Great Piece of Turf

A watercolor painting by Durer, depicting a realistic study of weeds and grass.

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The Night Watch

A famous group portrait by Rembrandt showcasing a militia company in action, emphasizing movement and light.

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Hercules Killing the Stymphalian Birds

A canvas by Durer portraying the heroic mythological character Hercules in action.

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Rhinoceros

A famous woodcut by Durer, based on descriptions rather than from life, leading to an inaccurate portrayal.

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Christ on the Cross

A dramatic painting by Velazquez depicting the crucifixion of Jesus with a focus on chiaroscuro.

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Waterseller of Seville

An early bodegon painting by Velazquez showcasing a water seller interacting with a young boy.

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Water Lilies

A series of approximately 250 paintings by Monet depicting his flower garden in Giverny, illustrating his fascination with light.

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Woman with a Parasol

A painting by Monet featuring his wife and son, showcasing his Impressionist style with flowing brushstrokes.

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David

A towering marble sculpture by Michelangelo representing the biblical hero David before his battle with Goliath.

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Apocalypse Series

A series of woodcuts created by Durer that explores themes of the end of the world and revelation.

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Equestrian Portrait of Philip IV

A painting by Velazquez depicting the Spanish king on horseback, showcasing his mastery of form and movement.

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Madonna of the Stairs

An early relief sculpture by Michelangelo illustrating the Virgin Mary with the Christ child, one of his first extant works.

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