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The First Steps — Georgios Iakovidis (1892)

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The First Steps — Georgios Iakovidis (1892)

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“The First Steps” by Georgios Iakovidis is one of the most representative works of Greek genre painting, reflecting everyday family life in Greece during the late 19th century. The painting portrays a grandmother gently helping a young child take its first steps, a moment filled with tenderness, patience, and emotional warmth.

Beyond its artistic beauty, the artwork highlights the important role of grandparents, especially grandmothers,in traditional Greek families. In the past, extended families often lived closely together, and grandparents played a central role in raising children, passing on values, traditions, and life experience from one generation to the next.

The scene symbolizes care, guidance, and learning through love. It represents not only a child’s first physical steps but also the first steps in life, supported by family bonds and shared wisdom.

Through this intimate moment, Iakovidis presents universal themes of family, education, and intergenerational connection, allowing viewers from different cultures to recognize familiar emotions and experiences within their own societies.

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“Ictiología” (The Fish Series)or “Atlantic Fauna”.

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“Ictiología” (The Fish Series) -César Manrique (1919-1992)

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“Ictiología” (The Fish Series) -César Manrique (1919-1992)

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César Manrique was a Spanish artist from Lanzarote. He was born in 1919 and he loved art and nature.

He was a painter, a sculptor and an architect. He wanted to protect the natural beauty of his island. He believed that art and nature can live together.

He helped to stop big hotels and pollution in Lanzarote. Thanks to him, the island keeps its white houses and natural landscapes.

He was very important because he protected the environment and made Lanzarote famous around the world.

This painting is from the series Ictiología by César Manrique.

In this picture, we can see a big red fish with geometric shapes. The fish is not realistic. It looks creative and imaginary. There is also a black sea urchin and abstract shapes around it.

The yellow background can represent sand. The blue and black colours can represent the sea and volcanic rocks of Lanzarote.

This painting represents the ocean, marine life, and nature. It shows Manrique’s love for the sea and his island. The strong colours make the painting look alive and full of energy.

https://fcmanrique.org/en/cesar-manrique/obra/

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This is a masterpiece of one of the most famous and loved Bulgarian painters -  Vladimir Dimitrov-Maystora (the Master). His art is of a high quality, "unique au monde", modern as an expression and truly Bulgarian as atmosphere, sensibility, colouring and themes...

https://rossichka.blogspot.com/2010/07/vladimir-dimitrov-maystora-about.html

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Decorating of the Bride (Serbian: Кићење невесте, Kićenje neveste) is an oil painting by the Serbian artist Paja Jovanovic. It shows a young bride in traditional attire being prepared for her upcoming marriage by the female members of her household. It is one of two compositions Jovanović painted on the subject; the other is considered lost.

The painting was done between 1885 and 1888, during one of Jovanović's trips through the Balkans. It was painted for the French Gallery, with which Jovanović was under contract, and was well received by art critics and the public. It remained in the French Gallery's possession until 1893, when it was purchased by a London buyer. In 1935, the Yugoslav Ministry of Foreign Affairs purchased the work and bestowed it to the National Museum of Serbia, in whose possession it remains. In 2009, the painting began undergoing restoration.

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Whenever we talk about the representation of flowers in modern Romanian art, the name of Ștefan Luchian is the first one that comes to mind. Ștefan Luchian has perhaps received the most praise from art critics and collectors for his still lifes with flowers, most often placed in a Romanian folk ceramic vase. By converting nature into chromatic chords, he expresses his lyrical spirit. Flowers form an important chapter in Luchian's work, expressing his love for nature and for life.

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Jan Matejko's painting "Polonia," painted in 1863, is an allegorical depiction of Poland as a woman bound in chains, surrounded by partitioning powers. The painting was created during the January Uprising and expresses Matejko's opposition to the division of Poland and his hope for its rebirth. Known for his historical paintings, Matejko created a work with a profound symbolic meaning that has become an icon of the struggle for independence.

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Árpád Feszty: The arrival of the Hungarians

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Árpád Feszty: The arrival of the Hungarians

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This is a famous panoramic historical painting that you can find in Ópusztaszer, Hungary. The painting is a giant circular panorama (about 120 meters long and 15 meters high) that surrounds viewers with the scene. It depicts the moment when the Magyar tribes, led by Árpád, entered the Carpathian Basin around 895–896, an event known as the Hungarian Conquest of the Carpathian Basin. It became a symbol of Hungarian national identity and origins. The immersive style makes viewers feel as if they are standing inside the historical moment.

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Maria Pryimachenko (Ukrainian: Приймаченко Марія Оксентіївна) (1908–1997) was a Ukrainian village folk art painter, representative of naïve art. The artist was involved with drawing, embroidery and painting on ceramics.

Maria was a peasant woman. She was born and spent all her life in the village of Bolotnya in the Ivankiv Raion, Kiev Oblast, situated only 30 km (19 mi) from Chernobyl.

Іn her childhood Maria was taken ill with polio, and this painful disease influenced the girl's life. By reports of her relatives, Maria grew а thoughtful and considerate person, having compassion for nature and every living thing.

Animals on the canva of Pryimachenko are unique, with special character and hidden symbolism tracing back to the ancient Ukrainian mythology. they all are created using bright colours with many flowers, leaves and ornaments around. One of them: "Ukrainian ox" which symbolizes strengh, wealth and prosperity of Ukrainians.

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José de Almada Negreiros

Retrato de Fernando Pessoa

1964

Tela

Óleo

Inv. 64P66

Pintura

Arte Portuguesa

Histórias de uma Coleção

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Em 1964, por encomenda da Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, Almada Negreiros realiza uma réplica do Retrato de Fernando Pessoa, executado em 1954 para o restaurante Irmãos Unidos, estabelecimento de que era sócio Alfredo Pedro Guisado, colaborador de Orpheu, frequentado por Almada e outros nomes ligados à célebre revista modernista. Como em tantas outras obras de Almada, […]

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My opinion about this painting is that it shows happiness and I like how the light hits the baby.

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I like bright and striking colors.

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I like how the style is made of geometric shapes and I know the fish don't look realistic but they still look great.

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I like how the painter managed to show how everyone helps the bride get ready.

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I like that it shows how historical moments happened in Hungary.

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It conveys sadness to me because the painter used dark colors.

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I like how the painter chose the colors and that it's not that detailed but it is very beautiful.

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I like the colours and feelings this painting evokes.

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I want to go to the beach. i can almost feel the Sun and the sand.

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I like the feelings this painting conveys-sadness, bravery, a bit of darkness because of the gray colour but there is also hope.

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I think that the painting conveys a source of inspiration and happiness. The painting is very realistic.

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I really like the bright colors.

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I like the details. I enjoy the fact that it feels like the countryside.

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I like that the painting is made of geometric shapes.

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I like the joyful colors. It's very creative.

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I love how it looks like Picasso.

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I was impressed by the colorful details on the dress.

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I like the joy on their faces.

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Sooooo many details....

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The colors are sooo sad. I felt really inspired.

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The details of the soldiers and horses are very interesting. It looks dramatic and powerful.

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Such a beautiful girl. It looks 3D.

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The painting gives me a feeling of sadness.

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He looks bored and lonely. But the colors are warm and calm.

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I really like the backgrond and the colors used in this painting.

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This painting is very impressive because it conveys to me great seriousness and self-confidence.

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Painted in 1906 by Osman Hamdi Bey, “The Tortoise Trainer” is one of the most iconic works in Turkish art history. With its artistic and symbolic depth, this painting not only critiques the Ottoman era but also carries universal messages that transcend its time.

The Meaning and Composition of the Painting

In the painting, a man dressed in traditional Ottoman attire is depicted holding a ney (reed flute) and carrying a nakkare (drum) on his back. Around him, several slowly moving tortoises are visible. These tortoises symbolize a society resistant to change, as perceived by Osman Hamdi Bey. The man’s patient attempt to train the tortoises with his ney represents the perseverance and determination needed to lead change.

The painting also reflects the Ottoman Empire’s modernization process and the challenges encountered along the way. The tortoises symbolize societal resistance, while the trainer represents reformists leading this transformation.

The Artist’s Life and Inspiration

Osman Hamdi Bey was not only a painter but also an archaeologist, museum curator, and intellectual. He played a key role in establishing the Istanbul Archaeology Museum. In his art, he skillfully combined Western techniques with Eastern motifs. This dual perspective is evident in “The Tortoise Trainer”, blending symbolism with technical mastery.

The Significance of the Artwork

“The Tortoise Trainer” holds a special place in Turkey’s art history. Its philosophical depth and critique of its time make it a standout piece. The painting serves as a reflection of the Ottoman Empire’s modernization journey. In 2004, it sold at auction for a record-breaking price, further cementing its importance and the global recognition of Turkish art.

Conclusion

Osman Hamdi Bey’s “The Tortoise Trainer” is more than just a painting—it is a narrative of societal transformation. With the artist’s exceptional skill and profound message, this masterpiece continues to captivate viewers across generations.

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Roe deer on the water.Niko Pirosmani. Georgia

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Roe deer on the water.Niko Pirosmani. Georgia

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Well-known Georgian primitivist painter Niko Pirosmani (Nikolay Pirosmanashvili) lived in the period from 1862 to 1918. During his life he lived in poverty and often painted in exchange for food; the real fame came to him only after his death

Niko Pirosmani  orphaned at a young age. He taught himself to paint as a child, creating his own oil for painting, and his specialty was painting directly onto black oil cloth. He was always poor, but willing to work, and as such he held many jobs throughout his life, including a herdsman and a railroad conductor. He also created signboards, co-founded a dairy farm, and held odd-jobs like house painting or white-washing buildings. Because of his destitute situation, he had little relationship with the profession of being an artist. As an example, he joined the Society of Georgian Painter, but developed a strained relationship with the society after one of the other artists drew an offensive caricature of him.

Many of his works were either of historical figures or of everyday people living their everyday lives.

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I like that grandma takes care of the baby with a smile on her face.

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I like that it is very creative and interesting.

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I love that it has many colors.

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I like that it has many details and that features a tradition.

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I like that it has many details and it shows a true story.

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It's appealing to me because it symbolizes a fighter

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It impresses me that there are many happy colors.

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This picture is of us. This picture is what we liked and attracted the most.

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l love nature and animals.

l love green colours.😊

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l love my grandma and my sister .

l love country home.😊

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I like the colours, it makes me happy because it is yellow. Yellow reminds me of the Sun.

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National painting from JordanAttributing this specific piece to Muhanna Al-Durra . Al-Durra (1938–2021) was a pioneer of the Jordanian modern art movement, and his style was significantly different.This painting is a watercolor work titled "Jordanian Ethnic Woman" (sometimes referred to as "Jordanian Ethnic Young Woman") .Jordanian Cultural PortraitSubject: A young woman wearing traditional Levantine attire, specifically a Madraga (traditional dress) and a draped Hatta (headscarf).

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beautifull