Edouard Cortes was born in 1882 in France and came from a family of painters. His father, Antonio, was a Spanish court painter, and Edouard exhibited a passion and talent for art at an early age. He became famous for his paintings of Paris, capturing many sights through the seasons during his prolific working life. His beautiful work embraced impressionist brushstrokes and a bright palette. He was an in-demand painter until his death in 1969.
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A Side Of the Louvre You Never Thought to Look For
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14 Magical Landscapes Depicting the European Countryside
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John Sargent’s Artworks Look So Aesthetically Pleasing
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The Singing Nun That Had Everyone On Their Feet!
The world wasn't ready for this nun and her performance, but she was ready for it.
4:40
These Artists Have Unique Ways of Creating Masterpieces
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8:29
André Rieu Reminds Us How Truly Beautiful Waltz Is
Watch yet another astounding André Rieu performance!
Wow! These 3D Cakes Are Just Too Beautiful to Eat!
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This Tribal Dance Performance Will Blow Your Socks Off!
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5:23
When the Erhu Is Playing, Everyone Stops to Listen
A beautiful and touching Erhu Performance. Is there a more beautiful sounding instrument than this? We don't think so!
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Behold the Prince Of Illusion...
This magic show combines a rare mix of showmanship and a truly magical feeling. The show includes acrobatic dance numbers, amazing illusions and is simply great fun to watch!
Feast Your Eyes on Titian's 10 Most Epic Masterpieces
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This Boy’s Story and Violin Skills Will Bring You to Tears
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What Is Better Than a Magical Performance? Find Out Here!
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Amazing! This Dance is Still Mind-Blowing 76 Years Later!
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This Teenage Artist Has an Incredible Unexpected Talent
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Jonglissimo Reinvents Juggling in a Mind-Blowing Way
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Watch This Man Play a 14-String Guitar
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7 of the SCARIEST Classic Paintings in History
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Smile as These 2 Prove You're Never Too Old to Dance!
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This Impressive Juggling Act Will Leave You Breathless...
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14 Magical Landscapes Depicting the European Countryside
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This 'Frozen' Shadow Dance Is Out of This World
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14:46
This Stunning Performance Brings US History to Life
Rhiannon Giddens brings American history to life through these powerful folk ballads.
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Joshua Bell Shows You 300 Years of Music in 18 Minutes!
Discover why this timeless art form continues to resonate and inspire across generations.
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Watch as Andre Riéu Orchestras a Powerful O Fortuna
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A 5-Year-Old Delivers a Jaw-Dropping Piano Performance!
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These Fish Photos Are Unlike Anything I've Ever Seen
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These Creative Snow Sculptures Will Blow Your Mind
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This Pianist Has the Fastest Fingers in the World...
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Watch Two Pianists Perform Mozart's Allegro con Spirito
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Impress Your Guests by Learning How to Carve Fruit
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This Boy's Harmonica Skills Are Outstanding!
This child's performance of "Rhapsody in Blue" by Gershwin on the harmonica blew me away. Check it out here!
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This Woman Changes Clothes Faster Than You Can Blink
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The Lonely Shepard: André Rieu Touches Our Hearts Again
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This Live Soprano Aria Performance Will Blow Your Mind!
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Rocco Granata & André Rieu in a Lively Rendition of Macarena
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