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Hans Makart (1840-1884)Das schlafende Schneewittchen (Snow White Sleeping)Oil on canvas1872126 x 220 cmHistorisches Museum der Stadt Wien (Vienna, Austria)
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The “Makartstil”, which determined the culture of an entire era in Vienna, was an aestheticism the likes of which hadn’t been seen before Hans Makart and has not been replicated to this day. Called the “magician of colors”, the artist painted in brilliant colors and fluid forms, which placed the design and the aesthetic of the work before all else. Often to heighten the strength of his colors he introduced asphalt into his paint, which has led to some deterioration in his paintings over the years. The paintings were usually large-scale and theatrical productions of historical motifs.

mycomputerisdead asked: still wondering why i did not know your blog °-°
amazingly beautiful ..

It’s never too late, honey… Hahah! Thank you :)

duarteinacan asked: I really like the descriptions about the paintings! Especially those that talk about that particular piece, makes you understand better what the artist wanted to send across. Keep up the amazing work! I want to recommend you, but don't know how to!
Take care!
Duarte.

Thank you once more! First for the suggestion and now for the feedback. :)

Unfortunately, I think tumblr abolished the recommendation system…

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