The Origin of the World by Gustave CourbetThe Origin of the World, painted in 1866 by realist artist Gustave Courbet, is a provocative icon of modern …
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3 Of The Most Controversial Paintings In Art History
“Art has to be deeply disturbing”, artist Marina Abramovic says while standing in front of Courbet’s The Origin of the World, a provocative icon of modern art. Here are 3 of art history’s most discussed paintings.
From graphic nudity and feminist protest to childish pranks, we examine the most controversial art ever made, and the powerful impact they have had on art.
The 20th century brought new radical ways of expression. From Modern Art and Fauvism, to Cubism and Dada, these are the art pieces that shocked the world.
The anti-conformism of Surrealism provided an environment for many female Surrealist artists to thrive. While Frida Kahlo became a well-known example, here are seven talented artists you should also know.
When artists are insulted by or dislike their clientele, they tend to take shocking courses of action which always make for an amusing story and a fascinating work of art!
