8 Famous Painting In The World

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Zee Media Bureau
Jul 30, 2024

American Gothic

This iconic painting by Grant Wood portrays a stern farmer and his daughter in front of their farmhouse, known for its simple yet powerful composition.

Guernica

Guernica by Pablo Picasso is a powerful political statement about the horrors of war, specifically the bombing of Guernica during the Spanish Civil War.

Girl with a Pearl Earring

Often referred to as the "Mona Lisa of the North," this painting features a young girl with a captivating gaze and a pearl earring and is painted by Johannes Vermeer.

The Scream

Edvard Munch, The Scream is an expressionist masterpiece known for depicting a figure with an agonized expression set against a tumultuous sky.

The Persistence of Memory

Famous for its melting clocks, this surreal painting is housed in the Museum of Modern Art in New York City and is a prime example of Salvador Dalí's dream-like, fantastical style.

The Last Supper

Another work of Leonardo da Vinci, this mural depicts the moment Jesus announces one of his disciples will betray him.

The Starry Night

Known for its swirling, dream-like sky, this painting is one of Van Gogh's most celebrated works.

Mona Lisa

Painted by Leonardo da Vinci, this iconic painting is renowned for its mysterious smile and is considered one of the most famous and valuable artworks in the world.

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