-
From Bernini to Caravaggio: Icons of Italian Baroque Artistry
Baroque art in Italy flourished during the 17th century, characterized by its dramatic compositions, emotional intensity, and ornate embellishments. Influenced by the Catholic Church's Counter-Reformation, Italian Baroque art aimed to evoke religious fervor and engage viewers on a visceral level.
-
Baroque Art: A Dazzling Symphony of Drama and Emotion
Amongst the Baroque arts, architecture has, without doubt, left the greatest mark in Europe: the continent is dotted with magnificent Baroque churches and palaces, commissioned by patrons at the height of their power.
-
Baroque: A taste for movement, dramatisation and decorative exuberance
The Baroque period lasted from the beginning of the seventeenth century to the middle of the eighteenth century. Baroque art was artists’ response to the Catholic Church’s demand for solemn grandeur following the Council of Trent, and through its monumentality and grandiloquence it seduced the great European courts.
This is an interactive art blog in multi languages, you will find new articles on artists, art history, exhibitions, etc. Contributions welcome.
You must be logged in to post a comment.