Eight works that changed how we see
Tap any card to read the story behind the painting. Use the filters to focus on a single movement.
The color bands are abstract palettes inspired by each work, not reproductions. Museum locations are listed as we understand them and can change over time.
Five ways to look at a painting
You don’t need training to enjoy art. These simple questions can make any painting more interesting.
Where does your eye go first, and what path does it follow across the canvas?
Where is the light coming from, and what does it make you notice or hide?
Are the colors natural, or pushed to create a mood? Which ones repeat?
Can you see individual strokes, or is the surface smooth and blended?
When and where was it made, and what was changing in the world around the artist?
Want the bigger picture?
See how each of these works fits into its movement in the explorer.
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