Realism emerged in 1850s France as reaction to academic traditions. Impressionism focused on light effects and color in late 19th-early 20th centuries. Symbolism emphasized spirituality and hidden messages in late 19th century
Pablo Picasso created around 1900 paintings during his career. He co-pioneered Cubism, revolutionizing European art. His most famous works are generally held by museums
Spain's Golden Age (16th-17th centuries) saw flourishing in arts and literature. El Greco, Velazquez, Zurbaran and Murillo were key figures of this period. Francisco Goya emerged as both Old Masters and first moderns
Portrait paintings capture characters and can be self-portraits. Landscape paintings focus on natural environments. Still-life paintings depict everyday objects. Abstract paintings present distorted interpretations of reality. History paintings capture important moments in time
Painted in 1909 by Pablo Picasso in Horta de Sant Joan, Catalonia. Depicts factory and palm trees in simplified geometric style. Measures 50.7 cm x 60.2 cm using oils on canvas. Currently housed in The State Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg
Modern art spans from 1860s to 1970s, rejecting traditional artistic traditions. Francisco Goya is considered the Father of Modern Painting. Impressionists pioneered modern art by painting in natural light. Impressionists formed Société Anonyme Coopérative des Artistes Peintres