Category: art
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Cuban artist Roberto Fabelo continues to captivate the art world, with his recent auction results underscoring both escalating demand and the increasing rarity of his works. In March 2024, Fabelo’s monumental triptych Arte culinario achieved a record-breaking sale of $630,000 at Christie’s New York, marking the highest price ever fetched for his work at auction…
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The first owner of this painting was avant-garde artist Alexei Gan, a co-founder of the First Working Group of Constructivists with Alexander Rodchenko and Varvara Stepanova. Gan edited Kino-fot (1922–23) and co-edited Contemporary Architecture (1928), where Malevich also published articles. His partner, Esfir Shub, was a noted documentary filmmaker. Two Peasant Women belongs to Malevich’s…
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When we think of Wassily Kandinsky, the pioneer of abstract art, we often picture his vibrant compositions of swirling colors and geometric forms. But behind every great artistic revolution, there are often lesser-known figures whose influence is profound. For Kandinsky, one such pivotal force was Gabriele Münter, a brilliant artist in her own right, whose…
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Why a Black Square Changed the Course of Art History In 1915, Kazimir Malevich exhibited a black square on a white canvas and declared: “I have transformed myself in the zero of form.” It was more than provocation — it was the birth of Suprematism, a movement that shattered centuries of representational art and set…
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Graph by The Business Research Company The Art Market: A Safe Haven Investment in 2025 The art market is increasingly regarded as a “safe haven” investment, particularly during times of economic uncertainty. This perception is reinforced by the historical resilience of art values against inflation and market volatility. Recent reports highlight that fine art is…
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Art dealers may exhibit suspicion and distrust towards brokers for a variety of reasons. It’s important to note that not all art dealers hold these views, and individual experiences and perspectives can vary. However, here are some possible reasons for such skepticism. It’s important to remember that these are general observations, and not all art…
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Roberto Fabelo, born on January 28, 1950, in Guáimaro, Cuba, discovered his love for drawing during his childhood in his hometown. He would often sketch on random pieces of paper, and his passion for drawing, which he refers to as “graphomania,” was ignited. Over time, what began as a simple pastime turned into a consuming…
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Wassily Kandinsky, a trailblazer in the realm of abstract modern art, crafted paintings that intricately explored the interaction between color and form to evoke emotional responses and captivate audiences. He advocated for complete abstraction as a powerful vehicle for profound expression, steering away from direct depictions of the natural world. Kandinsky’s artistic progression unfolded through…
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Imagine a bookkeeper with a secret passion – painting. That was Ivan Klyun (Ivan Vasilyevich Klyun – Klyunkov) , a talented Russian artist who wasn’t born with a silver spoon, but with a paintbrush in his soul. He honed his skills while balancing numbers, later studying with big names like Fyodor Rerberg. Klyun dabbled in…
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Wassily Kandinsky and Gabriele Münter’s love story is a captivating tale of art, passion, and creativity. Kandinsky, renowned as the father of abstractionism, found a kindred spirit in Münter, a talented German artist. Despite Kandinsky’s official marriages, his bond with Münter blossomed into a 12-year companionship marked by mutual artistic inspiration and deep affection. Münter’s…