LOUISIANA STATE CAPITOL The old Neo-Gothic capitol built by the architect James H. Dakin on the banks of the Mississippi in 1847, is one of the most distinguished examples of Gothic Revival, its floor plans, towers, exterior stained glass windows and gables give it appearance of a 15th century Gothic Cathedral. The architect himself referred his design as “Castellated Gothic” due to its decoration with cast-iron, which was both cheaper and more durable than other building materials used at the time. The building design was unusual and distinctive that its romantic, medieval appearance earned the Old Statehouse ridicule from the timelessly famous author, Mark Twain. The old Louisiana State Capitol in Baton Rouge, Louisiana which
Sistine Chapel Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, during the Renaissance period, there were many great artistic achievements that were incredible. Michelangelo Buonarroti was one of the most famous personalities from this era. He was an accomplished artist, sculptor, architect, and poet who created many astounding works. Some of his great accomplishments were his sculptures of David and the Pieta. He is probably most remembered for painting the ceiling at the Sistine Chapel in Rome.
The Entombment of Christ The Entombment of Christ: Sacrifice Signified “French Entombments not planned for private chapels were often intended for hospital or cemetery chapels, where they became poignant, empathetic images of Christ’s humanity in death” (Medieval Sculpture at the Cloisters, 1988-1989). This quote captures the true essence and power behind one of the most moving works of art at the Metropolitan Art Museum. This particular version of The Entombment of Christ is of French culture and made out of limestone and polychrony. Dated back to A.D. 1515 during the Medieval Art period and made in Bourbonnais, this combination of sculpture and stone artwork was a gift to the museum from U. Pierpont Morgan in 1916. While The Entombment of Christ is a representation of religious and spiritual views, it also showcases passionate and dramatic portrayals of the greatest sacrifice ever made by Christ.
Jade Savage Mrs. Crabtree April 15, 2012 Art Appreciation Class Cameron University Formal Art Analysis The Greek Sculptor Polykleitos And His Creation “The Doryphoros” This formal art analysis is for the Art Department of Cameron University. I am a student of Mrs. Crabtree of the Duncan branch, Cameron University. Polykleitos was an ancient Greek sculptor practicing his art in the mid to late 5th century B.C. Polykleitos’ work has been admired throughout history for its beauty, proportion, form and he is considered to be one of the greatest sculptors in the classical art world. The two things Polykleitos paid attention the most in his work was composition (the “the Contrapposto”) and proportion (“the Canon”).
Lowry seems to encapsulate Manchester’s industrial identity. His paintings appear to be faithful recordings of a particular time and geographical space, but many of these paintings were dreamscapes or composite paintings that were nostalgic in their imagining of a great industrial prowess that was fast disappearing after 1913. The perception of Lowry today is complex, but in many ways gives us an insight into how Manchester is represented both consciously and unconsciously. The paradox of Lowry is that while his painting, Piccadilly Circus (Figure 1) reached £5.6 million
He was a very influential artist and was well known throughout the 20th century. Pablo Picasso has influenced the art world in three ways: his life, his artwork, and the famous Cubist movement. Chicago Picasso is a sculpture that was created in Chicago, which is why the city’s name appears in the title of the piece of art. This sculpture was presented to the public in Daley Plaza from Chicago, Illinois on August 15, 1967. The steel sculpture is 50 feet tall, 162 lbs., and was made by U.S. Steel in Gary, Indiana.
Interestingly, Louis became a patron of the arts, and greatly shaped France’s culture by emphasizing the importance of art and theater, climaxing with the Palace at Versailles. And through his iron fist rule over France, he was able to secure his power over people by limiting the power of the nobles. Therefore, Louis the 14th was a very good leader because he successfully expanded France’s economy, significantly strengthened his county’s military forces, and made many cultural achievements in France which unified the country, unlike previous French Monarchs. The trade and economy flourished in France with the help of Louis the 14th and his financial adviser, Jean Colbert. Colbert “wanted to manufacture everything France needed instead of relying on imports,”; this way France can become more self-sufficient and making its own money.
Or is she simply playing the role and dumbing herself down purposefully as women throughout history (and even currently) have done to appease her man? If Eve really was the weaker sex why did God make Eve so powerful and give her the ability to ruin it for all of mankind? Eve is portrayed as meek and oblivious. When we are first introduced to her we are told, “Not equal, as their sex not equal seemed” (Book 4, 296). Milton lets us know from the very start that she is not equal to Adam.
He was a successful bridge engineer. Construction on the Eiffel tower started on January 28, 1887 for the upcoming World Fair in 1889. It was to be used as the entrance way to the Fair commemorating the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution. There has since been much debate of its artistic influence, if any. The Eiffel was criticized because of its starkness and height.
Leonardo da Vinci he was born in April 15, 1452 in Vinci, near Florence ltaly. He kept the name of his town for his last name. He lived during the fiftieth century, a period when the people of Europe were becoming interested in art. This period of time was known as the renaissance period. Leonardo da Vinci was very talented he was great artist, but he he became famous because he was able to do so many other things he was painter, sculptor, architect, musician, scientist, mathematician, engineer, inventor, anatomist, geologist, cartographer, botanist, and write.