September 3 in Art History
2 real events recorded on September 3, the earliest from 1652. 1 artist was born , 1 died on this date.
Born on this day 1
- 1864 Born
Born this day: Séraphine Louis
Séraphine Louis, a self-taught French painter, was born on September 3, 1864. Her work was inspired by her religious faith and stained-glass church windows, reflecting a unique and spiritual style. She is known for her vibrant and expressive pieces, such as The Large Bouquet and Untitled.
Séraphine de Senlis remains a celebrated figure in French folk art, recognized for her distinctive and spiritually-driven creative vision.
Died on this day 1
- 1652 Died
Died this day: Jusepe de Ribera
Jusepe de Ribera, a prominent Spanish painter and printmaker of the Baroque era, is known for his emotionally charged and intensely realistic works, such as The Holy Family with Saints Anne and Catherine of Alexandria and The Tears of Saint Peter. His contributions to Spanish and Neapolitan painting have been widely recognized.
He is regarded as one of the outstanding European masters of the seventeenth century.
