Thanks for the comments and recommendations, guys!
Le Fanu said:
I have to say, I think it's odd to ditch the Bosch and go for the Klimt or even the Botticelli. It's like ditching the Mythic and going for the Tapestry or something totally different. Two totally different decks which just happen to be "artsy"...
Why do you think its odd? I do realize they are totally different, but i think its not odd to like various styles and epoques; like, i adore Flemish painters from 15-17th century (especially the works from later period, influenced by Renaissance), but i equally love some very different styles and schools and i don't really see why one should stay in the framework of things akin and similar.
Le Fanu said:
Speaking for myself, I just don't "get" the Bosch, and yet LOVE the Bruegel. I think the Bruegel as an alternative to the Bosch makes sense. Flemish, artsy, full of life and character, earthy without being grotesque (not that I ever minded grotesque!)
Klimt/Botticelli are in the "lush" category...
Not that i don't like the Bruegel, but i've given up this sub-collection meanwhile, and with all this recommendations i doubt it (giving up ) is happening!
... not that i ever minded "lush"!
Flaxen said:
I'd like to second the recommendation for the Bruegel. He was influenced by Bosch but the images for the Bruegel tarot come from his more earthy paintings. There are loads of little details in the background that are quite amusing to interpret.
Than you!
It seems that against my better judgement i'll be getting all of them at the end of things- but, honestly, Bruegel i not a priority... sorry if stepping on someone toes here.