Enjoy! The 100 most famous oil paintings in the West!

This enigmatic double portrait, depicting Arnolfini and his new wife taking their vows, shows how Jan van Eyck, the founder of the Arnolfini family, was a great master in the art of painting, and how he was a great master in the art of painting. Van Gogh's extraordinary passing of the torch. Acker's extraordinary ability to convey detail and light. The pose of the couple and the unusual details of the setting are uniquely meaningful and symbolic, with the backs of the couple and the artist himself reflected in the mirror. The decorative Latin inscription reads: "1434, Jan van Eyck. Jan van Eyck. Ike here." The Portrait of Mr. and Mrs. Arnolfini is not only the earliest attempt at an in-depth representation of a new type of oil painting, but also the earliest precedent for later genre and interior painting.

4. Paulo Uccello, The Battle of San Romano 1440

Uccello's masterpiece, The Battle of San Romano, shows an outstanding achievement in the field of linear perspective. In the foreground are the warring parties, behind them are the spear-wielding procession, and on the ground are discarded weapons and armor. The background is geometrically abstracted and arranged in perspective, with a strong spatial effect. For the first time on a rational level, Uccello explored and summarized the "Focal Point Perspective", which not only made the two-dimensional spatial art visually scientific, but also made the spatial operation of the Eastern and Western paintings go their separate ways from now on.

5. Botticelli's The Birth of Venus 1482-1486

In Greek mythology, Cronus castrated Uranus, and his badly wounded genitals fell into the sea, giving birth to the beautiful Venus. The Birth of Venus depicts Venus emerging from a golden shell. The wind blows her to the shore and bathes her with roses, and the nymphs are wrapping cloaks decorated with spring flowers around their bodies. This painting is the most important depiction of the nude since the classical era.

6. Dürer's Hare 1502

Dürer's work combines the meticulous detail of the north with the scientific rigor of the Florentine school of the south. The meticulous attention to detail in The Hare is striking, with the golden light illuminating the hare casting strange shadows that bring out the tips of each individual hair, an extraordinary treatment that gives it a magical quality, as if the animal were contemplating the viewer. The diversity and quality of Dürer's surviving works attest to their important place in art history.

7. Bosch's Paradise on Earth 1500

Bosch's extraordinary large-scale triptych, Paradise on Earth: through the articulation of perspective and landscape, it depicts, from left to right, the whole process of human beings' descent from the pure and beautiful paradise to the hell of sin through the world of human beings, which is full of variables and struggles. Filled with fantastical imagery, it had a profound influence on 20th century surrealism.

8, Giorgione "Pilgrimage of the Shepherds" 1505

"Pilgrimage of the Shepherds" is one of the most exquisite nativity paintings of the Renaissance. The Holy Family receives the pilgrimage of the shepherds at the mouth of a dark cave, bathed in a soft light meant to be a metaphor for Christ's bringing light to the world, and Mary is dressed in a gorgeous red and blue fabric. The pale golden hues of the Venetian sky and the rich, idyllic atmosphere set this nativity painting apart.

9, da Vinci "Mona Lisa" 1506

Da Vinci "Mona Lisa" is undoubtedly the most famous painting ever. Not only does it break with the traditional composition, it portrays a woman up to her abdomen, presenting a typical image of elegance and serenity. At the same time, the use of the "fading method" eliminates the rigidity of expression that has characterized paintings since the Middle Ages, and gives the painting a vibrant and lively appearance. The silhouettes of the figures are blurred, as if blending into the background. In particular, the corners of the eyes and mouth are drenched in soft shadows, creating a subtle artistic effect that greatly enriches the meaning of the image. The deep and noble qualities of the female mind reflected in the image also represent the aesthetic direction of the Renaissance.

10, Raphael "Sistine Madonna" 1513

Raphael "Madonna" in the masterpiece "Sistine Madonna", the curtains reveal the Madonna embracing the Son of the triangle arrangement. The Virgin is clothed in white, red and blue, symbolizing purity, love and truth, respectively. At the lower left is Pope Sistine II, exuding reverence and earnestness. On the lower right is the Christian Virgin Barbara. The painting, in a sweet and leisurely lyrical style, celebrates the noble action of the Virgin in offering her beloved son to save the suffering world.

11, small Holbein "diplomats" 1533

"Diplomats" is the most unforgettable portrait of Renaissance art, full of hidden meanings and fascinating contradictions. The painting presents portraits of two French courtiers. In meticulous realism, objects such as navigation, sundials and musical instruments are imbued with symbolic meaning, not only as status symbols, but also as a reflection of the elegant tastes of the upper classes. The distorted image of a skeleton in the lower section serves as a time-honored reminder of death, reminding us that earthly success is meaningless - no matter what is gained, life will eventually pass away.

12, Michelangelo The Last Judgment 1535-1541

The Last Judgment is Michelangelo was commissioned by the Pope for the Sistine Chapel of the giant zenith frescoes. The scale is enormous, painted with over 400 archetypes of real and historical figures. The intricate structure of horizontal and vertical intersections depicts the moment of Christ's coming, when he will judge the living and the dead, and those who are absolved of their sins by him will have eternal life.

13, Tintoretto, The Miracle of St. Mark 1548

The Miracle of St. Mark represents the episode of the slave, who is being put to death, being saved by St. Mark, the patron saint of Venice, who descends from the sky, and, in a metaphorical and religious way, symbolizes the independence of Venice and the mission of saving Christians. The slave's prone position and the upside-down body of St. Mark show Tintoretto's ability to express the perspective of the human body in rapid motion. The composition is fantastical, with strong light and shadow, and is unique in that it transcends the solemn and harmonious Renaissance style of painting.

14, Paulo? Véronese "Cana's wedding feast" 1563

"Cana's wedding feast" is a 70 square meter masterpiece, originally for the convent dining room to do the decorative paintings. It shows Christ at a wedding feast. In the luxurious courtyard surrounded by classical buildings, hundreds of guests are drinking and celebrating, and musicians and servants are interspersed. The figures are lifelike, the color tones are brilliant, and the real people and secular life are blended into the banquet of the Holy Family, presenting a magnificent scene.

15. Titian, The Plunder of Europa 1559-1962

In 1551, Titian created a series of "poems" based on the Metamorphoses. Drawing on mythology, he presented love, desire and death in the form of visual art. One of them, The Plundering of Europa, depicts a scene in which Zeus, attracted by the beauty of the Phoenician princess Euroma, disguises himself as a white bull and plunders her to the island of Crete. The strong diagonal composition and loose brushwork expand the emotional breadth and expressive techniques of the Venetian School.

16, Peter Sr. Bruegel "Hunters in the Snow" 1565

Landscape masterpiece "Hunters in the Snow", is the highest achievement in the field of Bruegel landscape. From the perspective of a snowy mountaintop overlooking a Flemish village, the hunter and hounds on the left lead the viewer's eye to the expansive landscape on the right. Ideal compositional structure and subtle detailing give this combined landscape an aesthetically pleasing visual experience.

17, El? Grecaud's Funeral of the Count of Orgas 1586

El? Gracchio "funeral of the Count of Orgas" is a magnificent depiction of two saints burying the Count of Orgas. The scene is heavenly at the top and earthly at the bottom. The body descends to earth and the soul soars to heaven. The piercing hues of mustard yellow, cherry red and inky blue contrast with the buried darkness of the background. The painting's use of Venetian colors and the expression of distorted and elongated forms foreshadow the emergence of future expressionism.

18, Caravaggio's The Burial of Christ 1600

The altarpiece The Burial of Christ is one of Caravaggio's most admired works, depicting the tragic scene of Christ's burial after his crucifixion, which is carried out by John, Nicodemus and Mary. The strong naturalism, the contrasting light and shadow techniques, and the diagonal composition surrounding the event are both classical and realistic.

19, Paul? Rubens "War and Peace" 1629

Baroque painting representative of the painter Paul Rubens, political allegory, political allegory, the political allegory, the political allegory, the political allegory, the political allegory, the political allegory, the political allegory, the political allegory, the political allegory, the political allegory, the political allegory and the political allegory. Rubens, political allegory painting "war and peace" has acted as a peacemaker, to facilitate peace between Britain and Spain. The goddess of peace in the center of the picture, the child in the horn of plenty, and the ring of olive branches are all metaphors for the prosperity, wealth, abundance and happiness that peace brings. Rubens' unique style of passionate, grand, colorful, and strong sense of movement has made him a worthy leader of Baroque art.

20, George? Latour "Magdalene before the Oil Lamp" 1635

French painter Latour is the 17th century "master of light", "Magdalene before the Oil Lamp" is its classic, depicting the Magdalene with his hands on his cheeks, delayed in the dim light of meditation, repentance for their sins. The skull on his lap, meant to remind him to face death squarely, is full of sobriety, serenity, and sad introspection. The composition is rigorous and the inner expression is delicate, with a sculptural fullness. The night light of burning candles is used to depict the changes of light and shadow in an extremely realistic way; the profound texture of the unique style and the spatial expression of strong contrast between light and dark exudes a mysterious and touching atmosphere.

21, Rembrandt's "Night Patrol" 1642

This portrait of Rembrandt, hired by the Amsterdam Company of Archery, shows the splendor of the Baroque tradition of customary scenes. Through masterful chiaroscuro and dramatic scenes, Rembrandt stepped outside the stereotypes of the traditional group portrait and went in a different direction. The Captain of the Guard is depicted leading a yellow-armored lieutenant in a muster formation. The history-painting-like lighting and composition reflect a wonderful sense of realism, strong staging and dynamism. The visual symphony of gestures, eyes, muskets and flags, and the perspective that fades with color, give the painting a heart-stopping charm.

Rembrandt's mixture of symbolism and realism, scenes and metaphors, transformed traditionally mundane subjects into masterpieces that transcended time, place and genre.

22, Nicholas? Poussin, "The Shepherd of Arcadia", showing the sunset, the legendary paradise of Arcadia, four people around the tombstone exploration. The tombstone's Latin inscription reads "Even in Arcadia there am I". The male and female shepherds form a figurative emotional contrast. The Greek sculptural style of dress, the sadness of the pastoral mood, the sublime artistic expression inspires a feeling of contemplation, but also implies a deeper discussion and contemplation of "death".

23, Velázquez, "The Palace Elegant" 1656

Velázquez's highly contagious painting peak "The Palace Elegant", the use of the mirror to reflect the space, recorded his own paintings for the King of Spain, as well as the princess suddenly intruded into the incidental moments. This meticulously constructed 'oil painting about an oil painting' utilizes perspective, geometry, and optical illusions to present a multi-layered space with rich visual effects. Velázquez has found a sense of independent and autonomous existence for the creator. All the advanced elements of modern avant-garde creation can be found in the paintings, which continue to inspire later art creators.

24. Vermeer, The Art of Painting 1666

The Art of Painting is a masterpiece of Vermeer's painting technique, rich in many philosophical and intriguing elements. The artist, with his back to the viewer, faces the model, and the clothing and gestures of the figures, the objects and furnishings of the room, are all precise and meticulous in their details. Through this painting, Vermeer is attempting to convey his talent, strength, skill and taste, as well as his mastery of fashion trends and classical connotations.

25, Crowder? Lorraine "Ascanius hunting Sylvia stag" 1682

The painting tells the story of classical mythology "Aeneas". While Ascanius was hunting, an enraged Juno had his arrows kill the stag of Sylvia, the daughter of Tyros, which led to war. Lorraine presents the calm before the storm in an idealized poetic atmosphere. The light gives the forms a sparkling and light air. The magnificent landscape and foggy horizon outline a faintly mournful atmosphere. In his treatment and understanding of light, Lorraine was at the forefront of artistic development.

26, Watteau's Boat to the Western Moss Island 1717

The Western Moss Island, a beautiful island in Greek mythology where the gods of love and poetry play. Watteau transformed the painting into a fantasy and romantic story. Focusing on the aristocratic man and woman in pairs, ready to leave the island of Seamoth, the lovers under the spell of love remain in front of Venus, and the woman who is about to leave glances back and is in love with her. The dream of paradise and eternal love, after all, is only a mirage, rococo style light melancholy atmosphere permeates the painting.

27, Chardin "Prayer before Lunch" 1740

Chardin "Prayer before Lunch" is a masterpiece of 18th century genre paintings, and the time of the artifice of the Rococo is very different, the performance of the home of the quiet piety of the scene. The young girl, hesitant in her prayer before the meal, looks up at her mother at a loss for words. The atmosphere of simplicity and piety is full of subtle but strong emotional color. The thick and rough texture of the picture is closer to the original texture of real life, capturing the warm moments that can be easily overlooked in ordinary life.

28, Canaletto "in Venice to meet the French ambassador" 1740

Ganaletto broad landscape painting "in Venice to meet the French ambassador", showing the French ambassador to Venice in 1726, the count of Gergi came to Venice, a grand and solemn scene. Strong perspective shows architecture, a kaleidoscope of landscapes and endless details in a myriad of colors, with dramatic skies and cloud shadows that set off ornately decorated gondolas and crowds of people in uniform.

29, William? Hejaz "Soon After Marriage" 1743

Hejaz was the most influential portraitist and satirist in the history of British art. Soon After Marriage is the second of six paintings in The Fashionable Marriage. The drunken and sleepy sir is still dressed in his first night's attire, while his wife is stretched out, and their mutual dislike is exposed in their time together, while the butler is leaving in an impatience of indignation. The satire reveals the ills of aristocratic women being arranged in marriages under the social customs of the time, and also shows the artist's sensitivity, insight and talent.

30. Thomas Gainsborough's "Andrew" is the most famous novel in the world. Gainsborough "Mr. and Mrs. Andrews" 1750

Gainsborough is famous for depicting the idyllic landscape of England. The masterpiece "Mr. and Mrs. Andrews" places the newlyweds on one side of the picture, with their large private property in the background, where corn symbolizes abundance and lushness. Mr. and Mrs. Andrews and the artist have known each other since childhood and were classmates in high school, but their relationship has never been equal. The strong social divide has contributed to the couple's unabashed condescension and the disdain with which they look at the artist.