Portrait Art Prints - Page 17
Portrait painting is a genre of art that focuses on depicting individuals or groups of people, usually from the chest or head up. Portraits have been created since ancient times, but it was during the Renaissance in Europe that portrait painting began to gain popularity as a separate genre.
Early portraits were often created as commemorative objects, such as tombstones or funerary masks. During the Renaissance, portraits became more common as a way to capture the likeness and personality of individuals, often depicting them in richly detailed clothing and settings.
In the 17th century, portraits became even more prominent, with many artists specializing in the genre. Painters like Anthony van Dyck, Rembrandt van Rijn, and Diego Velázquez created highly realistic and detailed portraits of the wealthy and powerful.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, portrait painting continued to evolve, with artists experimenting with different styles and techniques. The Rococo period, for example, saw a rise in highly decorative and ornate portraits, while the Romantic era emphasized emotional expression and individualism.
In the modern era, portrait painting has continued to be a popular genre among artists, with many famous artists creating notable portraits. For example, Vincent van Gogh's self-portraits are celebrated for their bold use of color and emotional intensity, while Frida Kahlo's self-portraits explore themes of identity and gender.
Overall, portrait painting has a rich and varied history, with artists from different time periods and cultures bringing their own unique styles and perspectives to the genre.
Early portraits were often created as commemorative objects, such as tombstones or funerary masks. During the Renaissance, portraits became more common as a way to capture the likeness and personality of individuals, often depicting them in richly detailed clothing and settings.
In the 17th century, portraits became even more prominent, with many artists specializing in the genre. Painters like Anthony van Dyck, Rembrandt van Rijn, and Diego Velázquez created highly realistic and detailed portraits of the wealthy and powerful.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, portrait painting continued to evolve, with artists experimenting with different styles and techniques. The Rococo period, for example, saw a rise in highly decorative and ornate portraits, while the Romantic era emphasized emotional expression and individualism.
In the modern era, portrait painting has continued to be a popular genre among artists, with many famous artists creating notable portraits. For example, Vincent van Gogh's self-portraits are celebrated for their bold use of color and emotional intensity, while Frida Kahlo's self-portraits explore themes of identity and gender.
Overall, portrait painting has a rich and varied history, with artists from different time periods and cultures bringing their own unique styles and perspectives to the genre.
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SKU: 17788-MED
Original Size:187.2 x 108 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:187.2 x 108 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17781-GAP
Original Size:46.5 x 38.6 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:46.5 x 38.6 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17775-GAP
Original Size:46.3 x 38 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:46.3 x 38 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17774-GAP
Original Size:79.2 x 51.3 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:79.2 x 51.3 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17771-HHY
Original Size:49 x 38.5 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:49 x 38.5 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17769-VIL
Original Size:65.6 x 45.4 cm
Private Collection
Original Size:65.6 x 45.4 cm
Private Collection
SKU: 17767-ORP
Original Size:148 x 102.5 cm
National Portrait Gallery London United Kingdom
Original Size:148 x 102.5 cm
National Portrait Gallery London United Kingdom
SKU: 17758-RPA
Original Size:67.6 x 57 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:67.6 x 57 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17756-RPA
Original Size:65.8 x 49.5 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:65.8 x 49.5 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Child with Toys - Gabrielle and the Artist's Son, Jean c.1895/96
Pierre-Auguste RenoirGiclée Canvas Print
$62.54
$62.54
SKU: 17753-RPA
Original Size:54.3 x 65.4 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:54.3 x 65.4 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17752-RPA
Original Size:41.3 x 31.8 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:41.3 x 31.8 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17750-SAR
Original Size:150.5 x 83.8 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:150.5 x 83.8 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17747-SAR
Original Size:149 x 98.4 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:149 x 98.4 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17746-SAR
Original Size:163 x 114.3 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:163 x 114.3 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17745-SAR
Original Size:163 x 94 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:163 x 94 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17744-SAR
Original Size:152.7 x 101.6 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:152.7 x 101.6 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17740-VVG
Original Size:73.3 x 60.3 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:73.3 x 60.3 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17735-CEZ
Original Size:26 x 20.2 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:26 x 20.2 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17734-CEZ
Original Size:65.3 x 54 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:65.3 x 54 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17719-JBG
Original Size:116.8 x 90.8 cm
Los Angeles County Museum of Art California USA
Original Size:116.8 x 90.8 cm
Los Angeles County Museum of Art California USA
SKU: 17718-JBG
Original Size:40.5 x 32 cm
Musee Cognacq-Jay Paris France
Original Size:40.5 x 32 cm
Musee Cognacq-Jay Paris France
SKU: 17714-BFR
Original Size:75.5 x 65 cm
Musee Cognacq-Jay Paris France
Original Size:75.5 x 65 cm
Musee Cognacq-Jay Paris France
SKU: 17710-PPR
Original Size:244 x 233.7 cm
Museum of Modern Art New York USA
Original Size:244 x 233.7 cm
Museum of Modern Art New York USA
SKU: 17709-WHJ
Original Size:144.3 x 162.4 cm
Musee d'Orsay Paris France
Original Size:144.3 x 162.4 cm
Musee d'Orsay Paris France