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Art History
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3,044 Questions
Why is David so important to western art's history?
He wanted to put an end to the frivolity of 18th century art, and revive virtues of Antiquity.
What is one technique that Velázquez uses to create the illusion of depth in Las Meninas?
One technique is that forground figurs are larger and lower than background figures.
What kind of art is to be worn?
Jewelry is a kind of art that is intended to be worn. Clothing may or may not be artistically designed. Even make-up is in some cases a form of art. Tattoos are a type of art worn on the skin.
The Canadian Government had a large hand in forming the Canadian culture. Art has boomed since the 20th century. The first group and style of art that Canada is known for is called the Group of Seven. Another style of art is Contemporary.
What are unanswered questions about lascaux cave?
roling made the cave because roling said so roling likes pie
What part of the caves were paleolithic paintings generally found?
The evidence suggests that they were not merely decorations of living areas, since the caves in which they have been found do not have signs of ongoing habitation. Also, they are often in areas of caves that are not easily accessed. Some theories hold that they may have been a way of communicating with others, while other theories ascribe them a religious or ceremonial purpose.
What is Henri Nouwen famous for?
Henri Nouwen was a Catholic priest and a writer of forty books about spirituality. He is most famous for his published diary titled, "Inner Voice of Love."
André Breton published the 'Surrealist manifesto' in 1924.
When did sculpture first begin or become known to the community?
Sculpture has existed since the beginning of civilization. One of the earliest examples are figures of women carved from stone and dated to 25,000-20,000 BC. Sculpture has been integral to many communities since people began to make objects which were not just tools.
What does a Toreador Fresco represent?
The painting of the Toreador Fresco shows a man competing in a sport called bull-leaping.
What famous art pieces were inspired by literature?
The lady of Shallot, by J.W Waterhouse was inspired by the poem. He painted three different scenes from the story. In some cases you may be able to include christian art as inspired by literature, as the scenes depicted are from books. Would need confirmation on that. (Eg. Last supper?)
Why was the scream painted so many times?
Edvard Munch the artist of the "Scream" made copies of his artwork. I'm not completely sure about it but I think it was to sell more of them or to have copies in museums all over the world. But he did also make a simplified version with ink in a way that it could just be coloured in for others to recreate it them selves.
What artist used atmospheric perspective during the Renaissance?
Giotto contributed to the Renaissance's use of atmospheric perspective as he showed he showed it first in his artworks. Gentile da Fabriano's Adoration of the Magi (1422) would be the first one in the period but Masaccio's Tribute Money (1426) is the first one which showed the accurate use of atmospheric perspective.
What is the meaning of minimalistic?
A painting, decorating style, or piece of music is minimalistic if it uses only very few simple ideas or patterns. minimalistic = plain and simple A person who takes a minimalist approach believes that a little is just enough.
Where can you find info on 1941 prints by Magda Heller published by Donald Art Conpany?
i have a "teatime" painting in org. frame like to know if it worth something
What was the role that aristocracy played as patrons of baroque and rococo art?
Instead of art being paid for by the church, private patrons could afford to comission artists and have whatever subject they want depicted which led to hedonistic work by Boucher and Fragonard
Why did early silent films appeal especially to the working-class immigrant audiences?
a) they were inexpensive (as compared to other recreations like the theatre or music recitals), and b) they did not have a soundtrack, and so were "multilingual"
