Fine Art ***** Depicted in Paintings Throughout History

Art ***** in paintings have witnessed varying degrees of acceptability in different cultures throughout history. It is true that the acceptability of **** art is largely influenced by the morality and aesthetics of the prevalent society. Also, certain cultures are more open to fine art **** than ****** in real life.

Changing Depictions of Art Nudes

Nude art has always been prevalent in our society, starting in prehistoric times. However, the major difference is that while earlier it served religious purposes, it is now more about aesthetics.

Fine art **** generally refers to the depiction of artistic elements of nudity, rather than its provocative form (naked). In Europe, art ***** between the medieval period to the late 1800s almost never had any sexual overtones. In the 19th century France, where ****** was quite prevalent, classical ****** was acceptable to the general public.

The earliest depiction of the **** male form in classical art dates back to the fifth century BC, and the female form to the late classical period in Greek art. Archaic Greek art represented deities and heroes in heroic nudity, which continued in the Roman and classical periods. Even the Renaissance and Pre-Raphaelite artists depicted the beauty and sensuality of the human form.

However, the changing societal attitudes changed the perception of art *****. For example, the famous Renaissance paintings of Michel Angelo were covered with fig leaves to protest against art *****. Also, the Western society is perceived to be less open to accepting art ***** than other societies.

Different Roles of Male and Female Nudes

Since the early days, male and female ***** played different roles. While the male **** in Greek art symbolized ideal and real-life heroes, and the homoeroticism of the society, female ***** usually depicted the goddess of love, Aphrodite. This difference arose from the inappropriateness associated with the depiction of **** female forms. In fact, this double standard in fine art **** continues to this day.

However, in Italy, the respectability for **** art surged, starting the 13th century till the current times. The idealized **** was used for depicting heroism, virtue and for important religious and historical scenes. The depiction of female ***** became prominent in the British and French art as well, during the 19th century.

In the 20th century, male **** art obtained a new perspective with *** liberation, as depicted in Robert Mapplethorpe’s works. It is believed that the fine art **** helps us get an insight into ourselves and the humanity.

By: Katie Dawson

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