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Flexing old masters' artworks from all over the world. — twin ch: /newmasters
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Moonrise, 1884
by Stanisław Masłowski, (1853–1926)
Oil on canvas
124x220 cm
Moonrise, 1884
by Stanisław Masłowski, (1853–1926)
Oil on canvas
124x220 cm
🎨 Jacob Cornelisz. van Oostsanen Painting a Portrait of His Wife, 1550
by #Dirk_Jacobsz 🇳🇱
oil on panel, 62.1 x 49.4 cm
Toledo Museum of Art, USA
About the artwork:
In the painting, van Oostsanen is likely shown at work in his studio, a setting that would be meticulously detailed, showcasing the tools of his trade—paints, brushes, and perhaps other implements used in the art-making process of the 16th century. His wife would be depicted as both the subject of his painting and a significant presence within this work, emphasizing her role both within his life and as a muse.
by #Dirk_Jacobsz 🇳🇱
oil on panel, 62.1 x 49.4 cm
Toledo Museum of Art, USA
About the artwork:
In the painting, van Oostsanen is likely shown at work in his studio, a setting that would be meticulously detailed, showcasing the tools of his trade—paints, brushes, and perhaps other implements used in the art-making process of the 16th century. His wife would be depicted as both the subject of his painting and a significant presence within this work, emphasizing her role both within his life and as a muse.
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Love tames the force (Diana and a Lion), 1906
by Angelo von Courten, (1848-1925)
Oil on canvas
38x47 cm
Love tames the force (Diana and a Lion), 1906
by Angelo von Courten, (1848-1925)
Oil on canvas
38x47 cm
The cups of discord. 2000 years old cups, made by masters of Greek Attic pottery. One (left) was returned by the Met to Italy in 2022. A second (right) was returned last year, but Italian officials agreed it could stay at the Met on loan. According to the NYTimes they were completely rassembled from fragments. 😅
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Queen of the Night, (the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries)
by Mila von Luttich (1872-1929)
Colour lithography
Queen of the Night, (the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries)
by Mila von Luttich (1872-1929)
Colour lithography
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The Dance of the Hours, 1899
by Gaetano Previati (1852–1920)
Oil and tempera on canvas
134 cm x 200 cm
The Dance of the Hours, 1899
by Gaetano Previati (1852–1920)
Oil and tempera on canvas
134 cm x 200 cm
🎨 The Sacrifice of Isaac, 1857
by Santiago Rebull 🇲🇽
Oil on canvas. 273 x 186 cm.
Museo Nacional de Arte, Mexico
About the artwork:
In "The Sacrifice of Isaac," Rebull depicts the biblical story from the Book of Genesis, where Abraham is commanded by God to sacrifice his son Isaac as a test of faith. This theme has been a powerful subject in the history of art, capturing the intense emotional and moral complexities of the narrative.
Rebull’s composition likely centers on the climactic moment when Abraham, resigned to follow God’s command, is about to sacrifice Isaac, who is depicted as submissive to his father's will. At the same time, an angel intervenes to stop Abraham, pointing instead to a ram provided by God as a substitute for the sacrifice. This dramatic and tension-filled moment would be captured with intense emotional expressions and a dynamic arrangement of the figures.
by Santiago Rebull 🇲🇽
Oil on canvas. 273 x 186 cm.
Museo Nacional de Arte, Mexico
About the artwork:
In "The Sacrifice of Isaac," Rebull depicts the biblical story from the Book of Genesis, where Abraham is commanded by God to sacrifice his son Isaac as a test of faith. This theme has been a powerful subject in the history of art, capturing the intense emotional and moral complexities of the narrative.
Rebull’s composition likely centers on the climactic moment when Abraham, resigned to follow God’s command, is about to sacrifice Isaac, who is depicted as submissive to his father's will. At the same time, an angel intervenes to stop Abraham, pointing instead to a ram provided by God as a substitute for the sacrifice. This dramatic and tension-filled moment would be captured with intense emotional expressions and a dynamic arrangement of the figures.
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The Sense of Sight , 1895
by Annie Louisa Swynnerton (1844-1933)
Oil on canvas
87.3 cm x 101 cm
The Sense of Sight , 1895
by Annie Louisa Swynnerton (1844-1933)
Oil on canvas
87.3 cm x 101 cm
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Chimera, 1896
by Pascal Dagnan-Bouveret (1852–1929)
Oil on canvas
121.2 cm x 94.6 cm
Chimera, 1896
by Pascal Dagnan-Bouveret (1852–1929)
Oil on canvas
121.2 cm x 94.6 cm
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The Veiled King Death, c.1893
by Charlotte Major Wylie (1828–1909)
Tempera and gesso, with silver and gold leaf, bone, pearl, agate and colored stone inlays, on a circular wood panel, set within an artist-made frame
Panel: 20 diameter in. (50.8 cm)
The Veiled King Death, c.1893
by Charlotte Major Wylie (1828–1909)
Tempera and gesso, with silver and gold leaf, bone, pearl, agate and colored stone inlays, on a circular wood panel, set within an artist-made frame
Panel: 20 diameter in. (50.8 cm)
A rather small (12.8 x 16.7 cm) yet stunning 1947 Shéhérazade, by Rene Magritte just sold for over $800k. A similar but bigger work from the same series, sold last year for over $8m! 🫠
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The Devil's Daughter, 1917
by Margaret Lindsay Williams (1888-1960)
Oil on canvas
113 x 139.7cm
The Devil's Daughter, 1917
by Margaret Lindsay Williams (1888-1960)
Oil on canvas
113 x 139.7cm
🎨 The Travelling Companions, 1862
by Augustus Egg 🏴
Oil on canvas. 65.3 x 78.7 cm.
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, England
About the artwork:
In "The Travelling Companions," Egg presents an intriguing scene of two young women seated opposite each other in a railway carriage. The composition cleverly mirrors the two figures, suggesting a duality or perhaps reflecting the private thoughts and public personas of the characters. This painting is often interpreted as a commentary on travel, leisure, and the emerging mobility of the Victorian middle class, as well as the roles and relationships of women during this era.
by Augustus Egg 🏴
Oil on canvas. 65.3 x 78.7 cm.
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, England
About the artwork:
In "The Travelling Companions," Egg presents an intriguing scene of two young women seated opposite each other in a railway carriage. The composition cleverly mirrors the two figures, suggesting a duality or perhaps reflecting the private thoughts and public personas of the characters. This painting is often interpreted as a commentary on travel, leisure, and the emerging mobility of the Victorian middle class, as well as the roles and relationships of women during this era.
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Saint Francis of Assisi in His Tomb, ca 1630/34
by Francisco de Zurbarán (1598-1664)
Oil on canvas
179.1 x 94.6cm
Saint Francis of Assisi in His Tomb, ca 1630/34
by Francisco de Zurbarán (1598-1664)
Oil on canvas
179.1 x 94.6cm
A recently found (and authenticated) Emily Carr. Masset, Q.C.I., 1912. It's one of the most covered story of this week, as it was acquired for just $50 at a garage sale. Going to auction, with an estimated price above $150k, at Heffel Fine Art Auction House.
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Druids Cutting Mistletoe on the Sixth Day of the Moon, 1890
by Henri-Paul Motte (1846-1922)
Oil on canvas
Druids Cutting Mistletoe on the Sixth Day of the Moon, 1890
by Henri-Paul Motte (1846-1922)
Oil on canvas
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Ophelia, 1906
by Jan Konupek (1883-1950)
Etching on paper
Ophelia, 1906
by Jan Konupek (1883-1950)
Etching on paper
Bora III, by Victor Vasarely, 1964. In the Buffalo AKG Art Museum permanent collection, and currently on view until January 2025. Part of Electric OP exhibition curated by Tina Rivers Ryan.
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The First Dies, 1899
by Leon Perrault (1831-1908)
Oil on canvas
245.7 x 200.3 cm
The First Dies, 1899
by Leon Perrault (1831-1908)
Oil on canvas
245.7 x 200.3 cm
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La Belle Dame Sans Merci (The Beautiful Lady Without Mercy), c 1901
by Frank Bernard Dicksee, (1853–1928)
Oil on canvas
137.2 x 188 cm
La Belle Dame Sans Merci (The Beautiful Lady Without Mercy), c 1901
by Frank Bernard Dicksee, (1853–1928)
Oil on canvas
137.2 x 188 cm
Good morning, everyone— been quite a while! My apologies for the recent absence, I'm currently developing a digital product both irl and web3, making me less active here.
Anyway, due to the recent update in channels, I noticed that we need membership to cast in channel. I will have revisit and learn in more details for the updates before I could make decisive move here. Give me some time until next week and I'll hopefully find a good measure to circumnavigate the drastic change from FC.
Wishing you all a good day, oldmasters <3
Anyway, due to the recent update in channels, I noticed that we need membership to cast in channel. I will have revisit and learn in more details for the updates before I could make decisive move here. Give me some time until next week and I'll hopefully find a good measure to circumnavigate the drastic change from FC.
Wishing you all a good day, oldmasters <3
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Dante’s Satan at the frozen lake of Cocytus, 1923
by Amos Nattini, (1892-1985)
Color lithograph
193.5 x 195.5 cm
Dante’s Satan at the frozen lake of Cocytus, 1923
by Amos Nattini, (1892-1985)
Color lithograph
193.5 x 195.5 cm
Hidden, but never forgotten. Palais Stoclet is one of the few Unesco World Heritage site in Brussels, Belgium. It's house to an unique Gustav Klimt which caught a lot of attention: 'The Tree of Life, Stoclet Frieze'. A wonderful digital reproduction of the whole palace showcases one of the few oil on canvas mosaics by the Austrian Master. WSJ dives deep into the history of this paint, I'll post a free link in the comments.
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The End of All Things, 1887
by Maximilian Pirner, (1854-1924)
Oil on canvas
H 100 x W 130 cm
The End of All Things, 1887
by Maximilian Pirner, (1854-1924)
Oil on canvas
H 100 x W 130 cm