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Famous Artworks
Famous paintings and sculptures are those which have become very well recognized or iconic in the public consciousness, and are by various artists and from various times. Come into this category to explore works and the artists who created them.
1,680 Questions
What artist made the painting 'Madonna of the Rocks'?
Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio; 1483-1520.)
But not just Raphael painted a Madonna and Child. There are many artists who painted Madonna and Child, such as Hans Memling. There are hundreds of paintings of Mary and Jesus/Madonna and Child.
Additional answer:
The painter who has painted the most works of this subject was the Venetian Giovanni Bellini (c 1430-1516)
Why did it take Leonardo da Vinci twelve years to paint Mona Lisa's lips?
Because the lips and eyes are the most important part of the whole painting Answer 2: Who says it took 12 years? He never did take 12 years. :-L
What does an original blue boy painting look like?
You can see an image of the painting at the link below.
Why did Vincent van Gogh become interested in art?
He had tried several jobs and failed. Now he wanted to do something worthwhile.
What is the famous work of art which hangs in the Louvre?
There are several thousand paintings in the Louvre, many of them famous. I guess you mean the 'Mona Lisa' by Leonardo da Vinci.
Did Mona Lisa used hang on the wall of Napoleons bedroom?
Yes, I know the rumor he hanged it in his bathroom. There is no way we can know for certain, we don't have any eyewitness reports. So - believe what you like.
Where is the original painting of the guardian angel picture by Lindberg?
The whereabouts of the original painting "Heilige Schutzengel by Lindberg" is unknown. It is believed to have been painted in 1918 and since then, many reproductions have been made. Heilige Schutzengel means holy guardian angel in German.
What year did Leonardo da Vinci complete the 'Mona Lisa'?
Leonardo Da Vinci began painting the Mona Lisa in 1503. While it is thought that the portrait was completed in 1506, it is possible that is was not fully realized until 1517.
How much do paintings by seraphine de senlis sell for?
Very rarely have they come to market , the last one at private auction in 2009.
Around £3m-£5m.
Was Mona Lisa painting done by an Italian or Northern Renaissance individual?
The Mona Lisa was painted Leonardo da Vinci, an Italian Renaissance painter and inventor.
What is so important about the Mona Lisa portrait?
The Mona Lisa portrait is important because it took Leonardo da Vinci about 2 years to finish. Leonardo da Vinci is a perfect person. at most, he only used 3 pencil strokes to draw Mona Lisa in one day. But there are alot of secrets hiding too. Before, Leonardo da Vinci's weakness is teeth. through that he somehow made a smile. He made very few portraits because he is very careful and perfect. It seems that nothing will make him happy or think his drawing is perfect.
that is partially rght
the mona Lisa is so important and famous because the artist Leonardo Da Vinci painted the female characters eyes so that no matter where you stand, or how you look at it, it appears that she is looking at you, and when you move it looks like the eyes are following you.
Was the Mona Lisa in the NYC world's fair in 1963?
From December 1962 to March 1963, the French government lent it to the United States to be displayed in New York City and Washington D.C.. This means that the visit to the US took place before the World's Fair.
The parable of Christ's death and resurrection.
What was Michelangelo's best painting?
Michelangelo's famous paintings was the Pieta.
Answer 2:
No, sorry, the Pietà is a sculpture.
His paintings in the Sistine Chapel are the most famous.
Why is Mona Lisa's arms folded?
Yes. One arm is crossed over the other arm. Both are clearly visible all the way to her fingertips.
