Fragonard lived in the 1700’s. His style is called Rococo – full of exuberant detail. For over 50 years his work was so completely ignored that a 1873 history of art doesn’t even mention his name. Now though he is considered one of France’s greatest artists. The Swing is one …
Diego Rivera is one of the most famous artists of Mexico. His paintings reflect the efforts of the working class. He was regularly commissioned to create sweeping wall murals celebrating Mexico. His wife, Frida Kahlo, is also one of the most famous artists of Mexico. Stories about times when you …
Salvador Dali was a Spanish surrealist from the 20th century. The Persistence of Memory is probably his most famous painting. An interesting anecdote about him was that he used to pay for his meals in restaurants by cheque. He would draw a picture on the back of the cheque and …
