Writer, Academic, Painter (1915–1991) Robert Motherwell was an American painter best known for being an influential force in the abstract […]
Painter (c. 1497–c. 1543) One of the greatest portraitists of all time, Hans Holbein, the Younger is known for his […]
Painter (c. 1599–1660) Diego Velázquez was a 17th century Spanish painter who produced “Las Meninas” and many renowned portraits as […]
Military Leader, Journalist, Painter, Warrior (c. 1584–1645) Miyamoto Musashi was a 16th-17th century Japanese samurai, ink painting (or sumi-e) artist […]
Painter (1891–1984) Guatemalan muralist Carlos Mérida created work inspired by the social revolution in Mexico. An earthquake destroyed his mosaic […]
Painter (1896–1987) André Masson was a French painter and graphic artist associated with Surrealism and Abstract Expressionism. Synopsis André Masson […]
Painter, Sculptor, Academic (1824–1904) Jean-Léon Gérôme was a French painter, sculptor, and teacher. His best-known works are scenes inspired by […]
Painter (c. 1598–1664) Francisco de Zurbarán was a Spanish Baroque painter who mastered a naturalistic style. The majority of his […]
Painter (1471–1528) Albrecht Durer was regarded as the greatest German Renaissance artist. His work includes altarpieces, portraits and self-portraits, engravings, […]
Painter, Illustrator (1899–1979) Aaron Douglas was an African-American painter and graphic artist who played a leading role in the Harlem […]