Portrait Art Prints - Page 19
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: 17496-RSJ
Original Size:133.4 x 118.7 cm
Metropolitan Museum of Art New York USA
Original Size:133.4 x 118.7 cm
Metropolitan Museum of Art New York USA
Thomas and Martha Neate with His Tutor, Thomas Needham 1748
Sir Joshua ReynoldsGiclée Canvas Print
$69.26
$69.26
SKU: 17495-RSJ
Original Size:168 x 180.3 cm
Metropolitan Museum of Art New York USA
Original Size:168 x 180.3 cm
Metropolitan Museum of Art New York USA
SKU: 17494-RSJ
Original Size:127 x 101.6 cm
Metropolitan Museum of Art New York USA
Original Size:127 x 101.6 cm
Metropolitan Museum of Art New York USA
SKU: 17493-RSJ
Original Size:90.5 x 72.4 cm
Minneapolis Institute of Arts Minnesota USA
Original Size:90.5 x 72.4 cm
Minneapolis Institute of Arts Minnesota USA
SKU: 17492-RSJ
Original Size:141.6 x 113.7 cm
Kimbell Art Museum Fort Worth USA
Original Size:141.6 x 113.7 cm
Kimbell Art Museum Fort Worth USA
SKU: 17491-RSJ
Original Size:76.7 x 64 cm
National Gallery of Victoria Melbourne Australia
Original Size:76.7 x 64 cm
National Gallery of Victoria Melbourne Australia
SKU: 17490-RSJ
Original Size:210 x 118.8 cm
National Gallery of Victoria Melbourne Australia
Original Size:210 x 118.8 cm
National Gallery of Victoria Melbourne Australia
SKU: 17489-RSJ
Original Size:142 x 113.3 cm
National Gallery of Victoria Melbourne Australia
Original Size:142 x 113.3 cm
National Gallery of Victoria Melbourne Australia
Charles Stanhope, third Earl of Harrington, and a ... 1782
Sir Joshua ReynoldsGiclée Canvas Print
$49.78
$49.78
SKU: 17488-RSJ
Original Size:236.2 x 142.2 cm
Yale Center for British Art Connecticut USA
Original Size:236.2 x 142.2 cm
Yale Center for British Art Connecticut USA
Elizabeth Gunning, Duchess of Hamilton and Argyll c.1760
Sir Joshua ReynoldsGiclée Canvas Print
$49.78
$49.78
SKU: 17487-RSJ
Original Size:238.8 x 147.3 cm
Yale Center for British Art Connecticut USA
Original Size:238.8 x 147.3 cm
Yale Center for British Art Connecticut USA
SKU: 17486-RSJ
Original Size:125.7 x 99 cm
Yale Center for British Art Connecticut USA
Original Size:125.7 x 99 cm
Yale Center for British Art Connecticut USA
SKU: 17485-RSJ
Original Size:76.7 x 63.7 cm
Yale Center for British Art Connecticut USA
Original Size:76.7 x 63.7 cm
Yale Center for British Art Connecticut USA
SKU: 17484-RSJ
Original Size:76.8 x 63.8 cm
Yale Center for British Art Connecticut USA
Original Size:76.8 x 63.8 cm
Yale Center for British Art Connecticut USA
SKU: 17483-RSJ
Original Size:127.6 x 101.6 cm
Yale Center for British Art Connecticut USA
Original Size:127.6 x 101.6 cm
Yale Center for British Art Connecticut USA
SKU: 17482-RSJ
Original Size:236 x 144 cm
Public Collection
Original Size:236 x 144 cm
Public Collection
SKU: 17481-RSJ
Original Size:239 x 148.5 cm
Public Collection
Original Size:239 x 148.5 cm
Public Collection
SKU: 17480-RSJ
Original Size:151.3 x 113.8 cm
Yale University Art Gallery Connecticut USA
Original Size:151.3 x 113.8 cm
Yale University Art Gallery Connecticut USA
SKU: 17479-RSJ
Original Size:239.4 x 147.5 cm
Huntington Library and Art Gallery California USA
Original Size:239.4 x 147.5 cm
Huntington Library and Art Gallery California USA
SKU: 17478-RSJ
Original Size:239.7 x 147.6 cm
Dulwich Picture Gallery London United Kingdom
Original Size:239.7 x 147.6 cm
Dulwich Picture Gallery London United Kingdom
Portrait of the Ladies Amabel and Mary Jemima Yorke c.1761
Sir Joshua ReynoldsGiclée Canvas Print
$65.56
$65.56
SKU: 17476-RSJ
Original Size:196 x 170 cm
Cleveland Museum of Art Ohio USA
Original Size:196 x 170 cm
Cleveland Museum of Art Ohio USA
SKU: 17475-RSJ
Original Size:142.3 x 112.7 cm
Private Collection
Original Size:142.3 x 112.7 cm
Private Collection
SKU: 17474-RSJ
Original Size:238 x 148 cm
Tate Gallery London United Kingdom
Original Size:238 x 148 cm
Tate Gallery London United Kingdom
SKU: 17473-RSJ
Original Size:127 x 101.5 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:127 x 101.5 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
SKU: 17472-RSJ
Original Size:117 x 84 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA
Original Size:117 x 84 cm
National Gallery of Art Washington USA