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The Gamepiece as a Confession of Human Brutality

Posted on April 24, 2017 by admin

A still life painting is mostly thought to concern itself with inanimate objects such as household furniture and implements, or food items like fruit and bottles of wine. Yet animals also find their way into still life, often in the … Continue reading →

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The Hidden Movement in Still Life Art

Posted on April 10, 2017 by admin

Although still life art traditionally depicts inanimate subjects for the purpose of admiration, observation and, for some, even meditation around the subject matter of the work, there are many examples where hidden movement is also suggested in the piece.

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A Moment in Time: What Can Still Life Paintings Tell Us?

Posted on March 8, 2017 by admin

Some of us may think of still life paintings and remember sitting in an art class at school staring at a bowl of fruit, but that’s not the real story. Still life paintings can be incredible snapshots of a moment … Continue reading →

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Escape With 20th Century Still Life Paintings

Posted on February 22, 2017 by admin

Artists are often thought of as mirrors on the world around them, reflecting their time and society. With 20th century still life paintings however, artists used their works as a means to offer escape.

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Making the Ordinary Extraordinary: 20th Century Still Life Paintings

Posted on February 9, 2017 by admin

Even to the most discerning art collector, the words ‘still life’ still represent a large body of work produced before the 20th century. Flowers, fruit and similar themes dominated the artists’ choice of subject. Talented still life artists who painted … Continue reading →

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The True Value Behind Interior Paintings

Posted on January 20, 2017 by admin

Nowadays, we are used to seeing photographs of pristine, stylish interiors; magazines are dedicated to such images, social media is packed with inspirational home design pages and Pinterest provides a platform in which these ideas can be shared and saved … Continue reading →

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Choosing the Right Artwork for Your Home

Posted on January 6, 2017 by admin

Artwork can make a huge difference to the feel of your home, and getting it right is key. Not only is it an aesthetic consideration, but a lot of the time it is also an investment. With hundreds of styles … Continue reading →

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Buying 20th Century Still Life Paintings: An Aesthetic Guide

Posted on December 20, 2016 by admin

When you’re making an investment in a 20th-century still life painting, it can be hard to narrow down your selection. There are so many fantastic artists from the last century, and so many art movements to embrace, that a helping … Continue reading →

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The Birds and the Beasts: Messages Beneath the Mundane

Posted on December 7, 2016 by admin

Art tells a story. No matter what form it takes, it is born from the creativity and imagination of an inspired soul and there is a message to be read, an ethos or essence to convey. The artist pours hours … Continue reading →

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Symbolism in Still Life Painting

Posted on November 21, 2016 by admin

On the surface, symbolism and still life painting seem like something of an oxymoron. Can flora and fauna or man-made items like drinking glasses and jewellery really have a deeper meaning when they are so commonplace in the world? At … Continue reading →

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