"Interchange" by Willem de Kooning – One of the most expensive paintings ever sold! 💰 $300 million (2015, Private Sale)
Abstract art: genius or overrated? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️ #ArtHistory #AbstractArt #WillemDeKooning #Art #Painting

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This piece places Frida Kahlo as the literal border between Mexico and the United States. Her figure divides the canvas, with Mexico on the left and the U.S. on the right. The composition balances intricate detail with simplicity, creating a striking and effective visual narrative. #art #Mexico

Medea: Victim or Villain?
For centuries, the myth of Jason and Medea has sparked debate and interpretation. Their passionate yet destructive relationship left countless lives in ruins, all in the name of “love.”

Painted towards the end of his life, this portrait of a lady with a fan showcases Klimt's mastery in balancing color and light. His skillful use of yellow, softened with cream, avoids harshness, while subtle variations create depth and complexity. #art #artist #Gustavklimt

Famous artists recreate old works to reinterpret, innovate, and engage in a conversation with art history—proving that inspiration is timeless, but originality evolves. #ArtHistory #ArtInspiration

Picasso's 'Pipe and Wineglass' (1914) shows how collage transforms everyday objects into timeless art. #art #collage #artist #Picasso

In Arles, Van Gogh and Gauguin painted portraits of each other and two symbolic chair portraits. Van Gogh’s simple, unpolished chair reflects his peasant ideals, while Gauguin’s elegant chair contrasts his more refined character. #vincentvangogh #painter #art #artist

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Did you know? Creating art can significantly reduce anxiety and stress. Engaging with art, whether by making it or simply enjoying it, can boost mental well-being. #art #arttherapy #painter #paint #artist #stress #mentalhealth #follow #anxiety

The Last Judgment (Sistine Chapel ceiling) by Michelangelo, 1536-41.
Fresco, a technique used since Antiquity, involved applying pigments to wet lime plaster, creating vivid, long-lasting images. #sistinechapel #michelangelo #fresco #art #artists #painting #church

Vincent van Gogh was deeply inspired by Japanese woodblock prints, which influenced his use of bold colors and unique compositions, helping shape his iconic style. #VincentvanGogh #painting #art #artist #Japenese

The first photograph to include a recognizable human figure was taken in 1838 by Louis Daguerre. It captures a man having his shoes shined on a Paris street. #Paris #France #photography

Vincent van Gogh, one of the most celebrated artists in history, only sold one painting during his lifetime: "The Red Vineyard." #Vincentvangogh #painting #painter #art #artist