The Representation of Fireworks in Early Modern Europe
“Fireworks are intrinsically fleeting, transitory, fugitive. Their power lies in the brutality of their transience: dying the instant of their birth, consumed in the act of consummation. There is something ironic, even poignant, then, in the attempt to render permanent through the medium of art a phenomenon as ephemeral as fireworks.” – Kevin Salatino
Below is a collection of paintings of fireworks. Happy 2017! Enjoy.
Fireworks in Venice, Georges Barbier
Fireworks in Ryogoku Kiyoshi YAMASHITA
Fireworks in Tondabayashi Kiyoshi YAMASHITA
1774-78 Firework Display at Castel Sant’Angelo
Alexander Creswell – Venice Redentore – Fireworks Study 3
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Last week I sent out a creative invitation to put googly eyes on inanimate objects. The responses on Instagram made our heads spin! Below are a few selected from the whole googly bunch. Stay tuned! The monkeys are gathering their favorites for week 2 of the #30SAL Challenge. Posting soon!
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The Representation of Fireworks in Early Modern Europe
“Fireworks are intrinsically fleeting, transitory, fugitive. Their power lies in the brutality of their transience: dying the instant of their birth, consumed in the act of consummation. There is something ironic, even poignant, then, in the attempt to render permanent through the medium of art a phenomenon as ephemeral as fireworks.” – Kevin Salatino
Below is a collection of paintings of fireworks. Happy 2017! Enjoy.
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