Nymphs of Sigiriya – The Sigiri Frescoes
The Nymphs of Sigiriya can also be referred to as the Sigiri Frescoes and these well-drawn paintings depict sheer purity which
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The Effect of the French Revolution on the Art World
Let’s look at the effect of the french revolution on the art world. French history carries a large portion of the art revolution itself.
How Neoclassicism and Romantic Art Styles Impact the Viewer
By artistical method of conveying emotions and feelings how Neoclassicism and Romantic art styles impact the viewer?
Did Painting As a Contemporary Art Form Actually Die?
Did painting as a contemporary art form actually die?
Strengths and Weaknesses of Studying Art History
Strengths and Weaknesses of Studying Art History Everything in life has its pluses and minuses and that includes studying art history. If you plan to study art history, this article outlines some merits and demerits you may find useful. Before…
Does the Study of Art History Help Understand Cultures?
How does the Study of Art History Help Understand Different Cultures? Culture, they say, is the way of life of people. What better way was there to capture the ways of life in times when there were no cameras and…
Who Set Artistic Styles and Tastes in Art Today?
During the Renaissance, a work of art deemed worthy of recognition was already invariably endorsed by the French Royal Academy. Today that has ceased to be. An appropriate question would be, “Who calls the shots now”? Authorities and institutions which…
The Use of New Scientific Knowledge in Creating Artistic Work
Scientific Knowledge in Creating Art Advancements and the use of new scientific knowledge in creating artistic work in the period significantly took the form of global exploration. In this article, we will discuss the use of new scientific knowledge in…
Patrons of Art in the Renaissance Period
Historically, art would remain only a minuscule fragment of what it is today if it didn’t enjoy massive support of patrons.
The Influence of Classical Rome Art and Architecture on Christian Art and Architecture
Defining the relationship between classical Roman art and early Christian art would hardly be possible without the mention of Roman Emperor Constantine. The man is largely responsible for Christianity’s transition from a persecuted sect of few individuals holding services in…