Everyday life Painting for Sale
Everyday life painting is opposed to landscape or portrait. This category brings together artworks that belong to both what was called “genre painting" in classicism – characterized by the depiction of familiar or anecdotal scenes – and works that are inspired by the Impressionist outdoor scenes. Be it indoor or outdoor scenes, the common denominator of these works is the representation of everyday life. Some of the painters whose favorite subject matter is everyday life are Eric Fischl, Edward Hopper, or Jack Vettriano.
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Who painted scenes of daily life?
Many artists during the 19th century painted scenes of everyday life, as this subject matter became popular during this period, but the genre is still explored by artists today. One of the most famous artists who created everyday life paintings is Johannes Vermeer, a Dutch painter who was alive in the mid-17th century.
What country shows scenes of everyday life in their paintings?
Paintings from many countries, especially those from the 19th century, frequently depict scenes from everyday life. Some of the most well-known examples come from The Netherlands and Italy.
What is daily life in art?
Daily life in art is the depiction of normal people and activities of contemporary life, such as childhood, work or leisure. These scenes can be documented or staged by the artist.