Essays on Art

IntroductionDespite the domination of scholasticism in most universities throughout Europe, the Italian Renaissance produced humanism, which proved to be one of the most distinctive and special academic movements of the period. Humanism was established in Italy in the fourteenth century and went through a maturation period that influenced the intellectual...

George Barbier: A French Artist of the Early Twentieth Century George Barbier is a well-known French artist who rose to prominence in the early twentieth century. He not only designed costumes, but also wallpapers, fans, jewelry, and fabrics. However, George Barbier is best known today for his skills in fashion illustration...

Explanation on why the AIC's Portrait of Marevna, c. 1915 is in the AIC. Cubism is a dominant modern art movement that emerged in the twentieth century. Portrait of Marevna by Diego Rivera, circa 1915, is a cubism painting since it was formed on a flat two-dimensional surface while opposing...

The Las Meninas The Las Meninas is a painting by the famous painter Diego Velazquez that was completed in 1656. In reality, it is regarded as one of the most interesting and best paintings that test the audience's and illusion's perceptions. Las Meninas is set in Madrid's Velazquez studio. In Diego's...

Simplism: Oversimplifying CultureSimplism is the art of oversimplifying problems of culture that may have been considered difficult in previous centuries by simplifying complicating variables. This 21st-century trend, initiated by Paulo Freire in his book Pedagogy of Commitment, depicts a drastic shift from a complicated society to a free and straightforward...

This proposal includes two photographs from modern photography as well as two proposals. They do, though, share a common thread in modernity and history. The two photographs reflect the complex society that exists in the twenty-first century. The humanities, on the other hand, use a variety of subject matter to...

Art is a broad field that encompasses many aspects of life. Various aspects of art are used to symbolize and depict various aspects of life. Shapes, designs, and colours, for example, were used to represent the traditions and beliefs of various ancient communities. The numerous arts that were used in...

Feliciano Centurion: The Life and Art of a Paraguayan Painter Feliciano Centurion was a Paraguayan painter born in San Ignacio Misiones, Paraguay, in March 1962. He studied decorative arts at the Escuela Nacional de Bellas Artes and the Academy of Fine Arts. Since 1987, he has exhibited in a variety of...

The Outdoor Setting Corinthian columns support a cloister; Virgin Mary is sitting with her head down to show respect for Angel Gabriel, who stands just before her; both Virgin Mary and Angel Gabriel are seated in the cloister to separate themselves from the now unholy world; reflections of the architecture and...

The Arch Design: A Source of Fame and Individuality The current article's aim was to outline the art history of the Constantine Arch. The significance of the architectural marvel in comparison to other temples in ancient Rome was emphasized. The essay further discussed the arch's historical significance and rarity in comparison...

For a long time, the church has been associated with the decorative arts of architecture, with sculpture, reliefs, and paintings that establish a solemn and sacred atmosphere. Recently, the church has funded architectural masterpieces for cathedrals, basilicas, mosques, and abbeys that demonstrate the grandeur of the Catholic church. Furthermore, commissioned...

Architectural Styles Throughout History: Throughout history, man has developed, manufactured, and used a variety of architectural styles. Any of these types are now considered old, but they are still useful as objects to remind us of the past events and significance that gave rise to their creation. These architectural styles have...