PAINTINGS
PAINTINGS
PAINTINGS
Jackson Pollock, an American painter known for his contributions to the abstract expressionist
movement. The painting was done on an 8' x 4' sheet A bird-nest-like depiction of chaos and a
prime example of abstract expressionism It was sold on 22 May 2006 for $140 million.
The Last Supper was a mural completed by Leonardo da Vinci. This painting depicts the
shock and horror of the twelve disciples upon learning that one amongst themselves
was going to betray Jesus Christ.
What does the Creation of Adam symbolize? Michelangelo decided to represent the
divine breath of life with God's and Adam's fingers almost touching each other. This
famous gesture represents the creation of the first man with the Creator's index finger
ready to strike a spark upon contact with Adam's hand.
VINCENT VAN GOGH: STARRY NIGHT
Starry Night is one of the most recognized pieces of art in the world. It is absolutely everywhere,
too. It can be seen on coffee, mugs, t-shirts, towels, magnets, etc. Honestly, it sometimes feels as
if the painting’s fame has exceeded that of its creator. It is a magnificent piece of art. That Starry
Night resonates with so many people is a testament to how its beauty is timeless and universal.
SURREALISM
Dalí proclaimed that he didn’t know the meaning of the work—this has
given scholars and art lovers alike plenty of room to impose meaning
on the painting
Baroque style The use of light: Vermeer was known for his use of
light in his paintings, and in "Girl with a Pearl Earring" he uses a
technique called "chiaroscuro" to create a sense of depth and
dimensionality.
AMORSOLO
the artworks of Amorsolo and Luna represents the heritage of the people of the
Philippines. In a nutshell, they show the actual value of the Filipinos. Explanation: The
most significant contribution of Juan Luna is the Historical Spolarium.