
Marie-Joelle Eschmann
Marie-Joëlle works as a communication specialist and contributing writer. She has a deep interest in art and art history and holds a certificate from the Sotheby’s Institute of Art.
Articles by Marie-Joelle Eschmann

Claude Monet's paintings are prominent examples of how Japanese aesthetics have impacted Western art - a frenzy known as "Japonism". Read more about the love affair between Monet and Japan.
Claude Monet's paintings are prominent examples of how Japanese aesthetics have impacted Western art - a frenzy known as "Japonism". Read more about the love affair between Monet and Japan.

The Ottoman empire leaves behind a distinct artistic, architectural and cultural legacy. See how the Ottomans developed a unique artistic vocabulary, in which the East meets the West.
The Ottoman empire leaves behind a distinct artistic, architectural and cultural legacy. See how the Ottomans developed a unique artistic vocabulary, in which the East meets the West.

French-born artist Camille Henrot has won many prestigious awards and is represented by galleries such as Kamel Mennour and Metro Pictures. Though not as provocative as fellow artists like Cindy Sherman, collectors should regard Henrot as no lesser hot shot.
French-born artist Camille Henrot has won many prestigious awards and is represented by galleries such as Kamel Mennour and Metro Pictures. Though not as provocative as fellow artists like Cindy Sherman, collectors should regard Henrot as no lesser hot shot.

French novelist Marcel Proust identifies one important source of the meaning of life. Find out how Monet’s water lilies are linked to the author’s “search of lost time” and his enlightening Proustian moments.
French novelist Marcel Proust identifies one important source of the meaning of life. Find out how Monet’s water lilies are linked to the author’s “search of lost time” and his enlightening Proustian moments.

There are countless female artists that have created a remarkable, unique œuvre. From contemporary Camille Henrot to sculptor Louise Bourgeois and expressionist Gabriele Münter, many female masters deserve more visibility.

“Art has to be deeply disturbing”, artist Marina Abramovic says while standing in front of Courbet’s The Origin of the World, a provocative icon of modern art. Here are 3 of art history’s most discussed paintings.
“Art has to be deeply disturbing”, artist Marina Abramovic says while standing in front of Courbet’s The Origin of the World, a provocative icon of modern art. Here are 3 of art history’s most discussed paintings.