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The collections at Loggia explore select areas of study in art and art history, architecture and design, the decorative arts, industrial design, and classical studies such as Greek, Roman, and Celtic mythology.

Gardner's Art Through the Ages

This book is the classic reference for the study of art. It features a history of artists and their works, as well as lucid and engaging descriptions of the styles and periods of art history. Highly recommended for both students and scholars.

Artist Pierre Puvis de Chavannes is recognized as one of Nineteenth century France's greatest mural painters. His experiments in color, technique, and composition earned him the respect and admiration of many Post Impressionist artists, including such luminaries as Vincent van Gogh and Maurice Denis. Even the modern master Henri Matisse appreciated the bucolic beauty of Puvis's paintings.

Pierre Puvis de Chavannes was born in Lyons, France, in 1824. In his formative years, he studied art with some notable teachers - Henri Scheffer, Thomas Couture, and Eugène Delacroix all instructed the young painter. As his artistic style matured, Puvis demonstrated a remarkable ability to create what might be termed "decorative" paintings, which, in other words, were works of art that were suited to adorn or decorate the walls of public buildings. Some examples are his grand mural entitled Ave Picardia Nutrix for the Amiens Museum and The Family (also known as Ludus pro Patria), which was also a mural, this time for the Mus�e de Picardie in Amiens.

More about the art and life of Pierre Puvis de Chavannes.


Pierre Puvis de Chavannes

Author Aimee Brown Price has written a compelling and comprehensive monograph about one of France's most celebrated 19th century painters - Pierre Puvis de Chavannes. The elegant book features color images and engaging text that reveals the mysteries of this master artist.


The Art Book

This book is sure to enhance any art lover's library. Color images grace the pages, and every picture is accompanied by a concise description of each featured work and artist.