Women Artists in Bulgarian Art
Several women artists have played an important role in the development of Bulgarian art, especially in specialized fields. Mme Anna […]
Early Artistic Difficulties
The artistic path first chosen by Peter Morozoff was full of difficulties. The symbolic form of art that initially attracted
Nicola Petroff Master of Watercolour
Another important pupil of Jaroslav Veshin, and a member of the Society of Modern Art, is Nicola Petroff. He is
Artists of the Older School
Among the remaining artists of the older school, most can be described as conventional in style. They followed established rules
Limited Role of Historical Painting
Historical painting has played only a small role in Bulgarian art. After the early and specialized efforts of Nicolas Pavlovitch,
Bulgarian Art and Its Distinct Path
Bulgarian art shows very little connection with Croatian art. The two traditions differ greatly in both artistic goals and methods.
Two Groups of National Art
The four nationalities that took part in these art exhibitions can be divided into two main groups. The first group
The Lasting Role of Settled Foreign Artists
Foreign artists played an important role in the early development of fine arts in Bulgaria. However, their influence was not
Artists Respond to Bulgaria’s Rich Inspiration
Artists were quick to take advantage of the favorable conditions they found in Bulgaria. Those who lived in the country,
State and Church Support for Bulgarian Religious Art
The development of fine arts in Bulgaria was strongly supported by both the State and the Church. Important commissions were