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Romero Britto Creates 44th Montreux Jazz Festival Poster

Park West Gallery — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:08:03 +0000

Known for his bright colors, pop images and playful themes, Romero Britto’s artwork reflects his unrestrained and optimistic point of view. Park West Gallery is proud to offer exclusive graphic editions from the world-renowned contemporary artist Britto. View Selections from the Park West Gallery / Britto collection >> ________________________________________________________ ZURICH /Reuters/ — Brazilian Romero Britto has created the 2010 edition of the [...]

Artist Birthdays November 20 – PAULUS POTTER

Park West Gallery — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:05:30 +0000

PAULUS POTTER (November 20, 1625 – January 17, 1654) Nationality: Dutch Field: Painting Art Movement: Realism ARTiFact: Though he died of tuberculosis before the age of thirty, he had already profoundly influenced the way animals are depicted in European art; he made them his picture’s focus, not just a backdrop for human action. Artist Quote: “Thus we find Paulus Potter painting rutting and excited animals in equally [...]

Albrecht Dürer: Impressions of the Renaissance

Park West Gallery — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:03:51 +0000

Famed German draftsman, painter and writer, Albrecht Dürer, is best known for his exquisite, intricate woodcuts and engravings. Dürer’s name is included among art history’s Old Masters, and he continues to earn renown for his innovative, skillfully-executed works. Learn More About Albrecht Dürer at Park West Gallery Artist Biographies >> ________________________________________________________ POUGHKEEPSIE, NY – Albrecht Dürer: Impressions of the [...]

Artist Birthdays November 19 – EUSTACHE LE SUEUR

Park West Gallery — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:33:34 +0000

EUSTACHE LE SUEUR (November 19, 1617 – April 30, 1655) Nationality: French Field: Painting Art Movement: Baroque ARTiFact: Long considered the “French Raphael,” he was one of the founders and first professors of the Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture in France. Artist Quote: “A single figure by [Le Sueur] is a perfect harmony of line and effect, and when many figures are assembled in [...]

Park West Gallery Wishes Mickey Mouse a Happy 81st Birthday!

Park West Gallery — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:00:07 +0000

A most iconic figure in the world of animation turns eighty-one-years-old today. Park West Gallery would like to wish a very Happy Birthday to one of our favorite Walt Disney characters – Mickey Mouse! It was on November 18, 1928 that Steamboat Willie, the first Mickey Mouse cartoon with synchronized sound, was released. Beloved by those [...]

Artist Birthdays November 18 – SIR DAVID WILKIE

Park West Gallery — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:00:39 +0000

SIR DAVID WILKIE (November 18, 1785 – June 1, 1841) Nationality: Scottish Field: Painting, printmaking Art Movement: Genre Painting ARTiFact: His genre paintings achieved such success that when exhibited in the Royal Academy exhibition of 1822, Chelsea Pensioners Reading the Waterloo Despatch had to be protected by barriers from the crowds of admirers. Artist Quote: “I now see how superior painting from nature is to anything that our imagination, [...]

Park West Gallery Staff Was Stellar, Wonderful and Professional, Customers Say

Park West Gallery — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:34:40 +0000

If you’ve been traveling on the high seas lately, you may have seen or heard announcements for Park West cruise ship art auctions. As one of the largest art dealers in the world, Park West Gallery sells works of art through our galleries in Michigan and Florida as well as on cruise ships internationally. The next [...]

Artist Birthdays November 17 – BRONZINO

Park West Gallery — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:16:59 +0000

BRONZINO (November 17, 1503 – November 23, 1572) Nationality: Italian Field: Painting Art Movement: Mannerism ARTiFact: The origin of Agnolo di Cosimo’s nickname, Bronzino (literally “bronze-colored”), is uncertain, but possibly derived from his dark complexion. It has been said that he suffered from Addison’s disease, a condition which affects the adrenal glands and often causes excessive pigmentation of the skin. Notable Artwork (shown below): Venus, Cupid, Folly, and Time, circa [...]

Norman Rockwell: Behind the Camera

Park West Gallery — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:57:57 +0000

Through association with the Norman Rockwell Licensing Company (the estate of the artist) and Curtis Publishing (owner of the copyrights of the Saturday Evening Post artwork), Park West Gallery has been able in recent years to bring new and exceptional collecting opportunities for Norman Rockwell artworks to enthusiastic collectors. For more information, please call 800.521.9654 [...]

Artist Birthdays November 16 – FRANCIS DANBY

Park West Gallery — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:29:47 +0000

FRANCIS DANBY (November 16, 1793 – February 9, 1861) Nationality: Irish Field: Painting Art Movement: Romanticism ARTiFact: His life was marred by scandal and unhappiness; his wife left him, he suffered financial difficulties and he failed to secure full membership of the Royal Academy by a single vote. Notable Artwork (shown below): The Deluge, 1840. ________________________________________________________ Related Links: Learn more about the artist Francis Danby More art puzzles and trivia Discover more about your [...]