The Musicians, c1595. One of a number of realistic paintings of halflength figures painted in Rome for aristocratic patrons. Although it was described by contemporaries as simply una musica (music piece), it is an allegory of music. Cupid, who is always in the company of music (Vasari), is shown at left with a bunch of grapes, because music was invented to keep spirits happy, as does wine (Ripa). The costumes have a vaguely classical look. The immediacy of this painting was achieved by the intense and theatrical lighting. Part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.
Musical Art
Live your best life to the beats of your favorite song even when there’s no music playing. Our music art collection will show you how! Choose from abstract masterpieces inspired by jazz, or relive the thrill of dancing at your favorite concert with portraits of rock stars.
Art, like music, helps express emotion. Explore our collection to express yourself through your musical art taste. Day Tripper by Peter Adderley, a portrait of Fleetwood Mac, and a vibrant Prince illustration is some of our staff’s hot favorites.
Figurative Art
Think reality delights? You bet your walls do too. So, why not introduce them to our collection of figurative art. Make acquaintance with inspiring muses of famous masters or get a glimpse of pop culture icons caught on camera. Any masterpieces you choose will give your space a unique story to share in our handcrafted frames.
This genre of art involves a realistic depiction of living as well as inanimate objects. Artists like Jean Michel Basquiat, Norman Rockwell, and Banksy are renowned for giving a platform to cultural commentary and human experiences through their art.
