Monday, January 14, 2013

Modes Of Oil Painting Reproductions And The Periods They Come From

By James Fuller


When considering the purchase of oil painting reproductions, it's important to know the period in which it was used and the different styles of painting. It has a rich history that's fascinating to read about. From the first time it was used up until today, its styles have changed dramatically.

In Southern Europe's prehistory was the first use of oil paint. It was then made of stains and animal fats. Images were created on cave walls. These paintings were beautifully simple, omitting most detail.

They longed to depict their every day living. This included hunting and gathering scenes in particular. The colors were of ocher, brown and white, which are effective against the earthy cavern walls they were painted on.

After that, oil paint was bound with linseed oil and varnishes that produced a beautiful gloss. It's first use was in Indian and Chinese Buddhist works of art in the 5th century. Again, simple lines and few colors were used. Many artists today appreciate the simplicity of these previous two eras above many other styles.

Oils really took off in the fifteenth century. Dutch painters used it first. Following that, the renaissance exploded onto the art scene, changing the art scene forever. Initially tempura was preferred but it gradually became a liking of oils.

There were a few different styles during this era. Portraits abounded and Italian artists painted ancient Rome. The Dutch preferred depicting every day life. The stark realism used in this time is incredible and few today are able to compete with it.

Fine detail combined with textured strokes created the effects we see in this work. Later, impressionism brought less realism and more texture. Color lost its realism and tried to mimic a sense or feeling instead.

Abstraction was next in the Symbolist era in which human situations were painted predominantly. They were emotive pieces using big sections of color. Cubism was created by Picasso first and pop art followed, bringing realism back in a more kitsch way.

When shopping for a reproduction it's important to understand these eras so that you're able to tell good quality from bad. An artist who does this work needs extreme attention to detail. They need to be able to reproduce the precise strokes and colors used by the original painter.

Having a piece of history on your wall can be a wonderful addition to the home. Reputable sellers assure artists who know how to create quality work that lasts. Beauty and integrity is maintained.

Perhaps you teach art or own a museum. If so, you'll need excellent copies. This is because students will take note of every detail of the work to study it. Not a detail will be missed.

Having knowledge of the eras you can select from gives you a better understanding of what you're looking for. If you prefer art from this era, oil painting reproductions are available for current work too. Nobody needs to break the bank to attain a truly beautiful piece of art.




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