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17-19th Century Art

The 17th to 19th-century witnessed the evolution from Baroque and Rococo to Romantic and Realist. Discover the artistic movements of a pivotal era in art history.

How Caravaggio’s Dramatic Use of Light Revolutionized Baroque Art
How Caravaggio’s Dramatic Use of Light Revolutionized Baroque Art

Caravaggio’s painting style, which manipulated the contrast between highlights and intense shadows, later became known as Tenebrism.

Get to Know John Singer Sargent Through 10 Edwardian Portraits
Get to Know John Singer Sargent Through 10 Edwardian Portraits

John Singer Sargent was a man of refined artistic skill, prone to unconventional and sometimes scandalous creative choices.

Why Is Whistler’s Mother So Popular?
Why Is Whistler’s Mother So Popular?

The legendary portrait of James Whistler’s mother, who was also his manager and agent, hides a complicated story of misinterpretation and confusion.

10 Oldest Museums in the U.S.
10 Oldest Museums in the U.S.

Before blockbuster exhibits and digital galleries, these ten museums laid the foundation for preserving America’s history, art, and culture—step inside and explore their remarkable past!

How (and Why) Was Black Identity Erased in Art?
How (and Why) Was Black Identity Erased in Art?

Black identity in American art has been historically misrepresented or eradicated.

The Shophouse: 9 Things to Know About Asia’s Iconic Dwelling
The Shophouse: 9 Things to Know About Asia’s Iconic Dwelling

A shophouse is a traditional Asian dwelling made up of a ground business unit and a residence above. Here are 9 facts about shophouses.

The Two Slayings of Holofernes: Artemisia vs. Caravaggio
The Two Slayings of Holofernes: Artemisia vs. Caravaggio

By delving deeper into differing interpretations of the Biblical tale “Judith and Holofernes,” viewers can begin to understand the effects of life and perspective on art.

What Inspired Caspar David Friedrich’s Wanderer Above the Sea of Fog?
What Inspired Caspar David Friedrich’s Wanderer Above the Sea of Fog?

Wanderer Above the Sea of Fog by Caspar David Friedrich is one of the most recognizable symbols of Romanticism.