Romanticism
Romanticism emerged in Europe in the late 18th century as both an artistic and intellectual movement, focussing on human psychology and feeling.
Romanticism reached its peak around 1780 to 1830 but continued to exert influence long afterward. The defining feature was a heightened emotionalism, diverging from the prevailing principles of classical restraint.
In British art, Romanticism found expression in fresh perspectives on nature through the works of John Constable and J.M.W. Turner. Visionary artist William Blake explored humanity's place in the cosmos, its relationship with God, and innovative ways of approaching human history. Other notable painters of historical subjects during this period included Henry Fuseli, James Barry, and John Hamilton Mortimer.
Later stages of the Romantic movement in Britain welcomed the emergence of the Pre-Raphaelites and symbolism.
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Tomás Sánchez: En el paisaje interior
In conversation, Cuban painter Tomás Sánchez illuminates the spiritual underpinnings and sustainable production of his debut timed release.
Interview with Tomás Sanchez
We caught up with Tomás to talk about Volumen Uno, his love for the Romantics, an acquisition by Fidel Castro and his takes on paradise, meditation and the internet.
Friedrich Kunath
Friedrich Kunath was born in 1974 in Chemnitz, Germany and now lives in Los Angeles, US - a seismic cultural shift explored throughout his practice.
Wang Yan Cheng
Wang Yan Cheng was born in 1960 in Guangdong, China, and now lives and works in France.
The Last Evening
Paco Pomet’s work is imbued with both melancholy and romanticism through his consideration of the sublime.Pomet deems the scene in The Last Evening as, “a haunting scenario where the changes in light conditions are filled with threatening intentions.”
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