Alvin Ailey’s Imaginary Scenery
In Revelations Alvin Ailey depicts the African-American history without a scenery Continue Reading →
Category: Art
A Goddess Descending
The huge sculputre of Nike of Samothrace in the Louvre is both impressive and innovative. Continue Reading →
The Transformation of Bacchus
Titian describes Bacchus leaping towards Ariadne. His body posture reflects the artist’s unique perspective. Continue Reading →
Is Arnolfini Blind?
Van Eyck’s Arnolfini Portrait is a mystery to art historians. Is it possible that the the man in the picture, probably Arnolfini, is blind? Continue Reading →
Feminine vs. Masculine – The Rokeby Venus
Was Velázquez a feminist? Continue Reading →
The Mona Lisa: female body image
Female self-perception has changed in the Modern age. Compare modern models to the Mona Lisa, who seems to fully accept herself. Continue Reading →