Human Nature in Renaissance Art
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A 20 page paper describing the view of human nature on renaissance art. The writer describes the Renaissance belief in humanism and its effects on the view of human nature and how this is portrayed in art of the time. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Renaissat.rtf

Michelangelo's Contributions to the Renaissance
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A 6 page research paper that critically analyzess the life and selected works of the Italian artist Michelangelo. Michelangelo's contributions and influence on Italy and the Renaissance period are discussed, with particular reference to his sculpture, ‘David', and his painting in the Sistine Chapel. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Michren.wps

The Renaissance & Humanism In the Art and Music in San Marco, Venice
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A 12 page paper that provides a comprehensive overview of the significant features of the art and music of San Marco, Venice during the Renaissance era and considers the relationship between the art and the ideal of humanism. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Venicen.rtf

Renaissance Art: Distinctions Between Pope and Nobleman
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An 8 page discussion of the similarities and contrasts of portraits of the Renaissance period. Contends that while the Church was a driving force in the art of the period, the distinctions between the portraits of Popes and noblemen are subtle. Equates the similarities as being a result of the familial backgrounds of many of the popes who were from the prominent families of the day and consequently walked a fine line between papal direction and societal status. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPpope.wps

The Role of Art in the Christian World
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A 5 page discussion of the relationship of art and religion. Illuminates the role of Christianity in shaping the art of the Renaissance period in particular. Emphasizes that this relationship was not only positive in that the Church used its influence to restrict the types of art which was produced and also wielded art as a weapon designed to condemn those who held beliefs which differed from its own. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPchrArt.wps

'Teaching Tales' of Milton, Voltaire and Rembrandt:
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This 8 page paper examines three artists and their works of the Baroque period for their similarities and differences. Comparisons used include Milton's Pariidise Lost, Voltaire's Candide, and Rembrandt's Night Watch.. It is the element of story, or how it is told, that we will use to examine each of these historic art pieces. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: BBmiltvr.doc.

Analysis of Rembrandt's 'Rembrandt Contemplating the Bust of Aristotle'
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A 5 page paper discussing three aspects of this infamous painting : light, shadow and psychological basis (mood) of subject. These are tied into the relevancy of this self-portrait to the Baroque period and Rembrandt's move away from his peers, which led to his genius. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Rembrand.wps

Comparison Essay Between Rembrandt and Poussin
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A 4 page essay using the fictitious act of describing the differences between Rembrandt's 'Prodigal Son' and Poussin's 'Arcadian Shepherds' that should be taken into consideration when selecting a painting for a natural environment—a riverfront home. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Cnrempou.wps

Rembrandt's Life & Works
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A 7 page paper on the life and works of Rembrandt. The writer discusses some of the more significant of his works, and talks about how he was perceived by his peers. Bibliography included.
Filename: Remb.wps

The Works of Rembrandt and Ruben / Contrasts and Similarities
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An 8 page paper dealing with the life and works of Rembrandt and Peter Paul Rubens. Contrasts the styles of each. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Ruben.wps

Abstract Expressionism / Art & Architecture Comparison
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A 20 page paper that explores layering, spatial depth, minimalism, combination of materials, objects and colors, and the moralist vein, all of which typify abstract expressionism. The artists and architects reviewed and compared include: Pollock and Richard Gluckman, Helen Frankenthaler and Garth Alexander Oldershaw, Jasper Johns and James Stewart Polshek, and Barnett Newman and Sam Durant. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: Abstrexp.wps

Art as a Mirror of Society
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This 8 page paper discusses the fact that visual artists attempt to reflect their own complex society as they perceive it. Paeololithic images are considered as well as the works of Camille Pissaro, Marc Chagall, Rene Magritte, and Edvard Munch. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: BBartmir.rtf

Modernist European Art and the Ploitical Scene of Central Europe, 1910-1939
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This 5 page report discusses European art of the years encompassing World War I, post World War and the onset of World War II. It was art filled with contradiction and radical change and served as an appropriate metaphor for the social and political upheaval faced throughout Europe as well. The paper discusses Matisse, Picasso, and Magritte in such a context. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWeast.rtf

Comparisons of Major Artists & Representative Work
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Both Rembrandt van Rijn and Pablo Picasso created paintings which represent individuals from their respective societies. Other artists, from Manet to Delacroix, have demonstrated different social, physical and compositional elements that have challenged societal norms. This 5 page paper provides a number of comparisons, including a comparison of Rembrandt's 'The Night Watch' and Picasso's 'Les Demoiselles d'Avignon' as well as a discussion of the social challenges presented in a work of Manet. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Majart.wps

Pablo Picasso - 'Au bon marche'
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This 5 page report discusses the artist Pablo Picasso and makes specific notice of his 1913 painting. The writer also discusses the painting in the larger context of 'cubism' which Picasso and Braque 'created' in approximately 1910. Picasso's writing is also briefly discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Pablo Picasso Internet Web Site Analysis
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This 2 Page Paper Describes And Critiques One Of The Hundreds Of Internet Web Sites Devoted To Picasso And/Or His Work. This Particular Site Offers More Than 80 Hyperlinks To Either Museums Around The World, Each Of Which Displays Images Of Picasso's Paintings, Or To Blurbs About Books About The Artist. Additionally, Two Of The Hyperlinks Offer Articles About The Artist. No Bibliography.
Filename: PGpicass.wps

Pablo Picasso's 'Guitar'
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A 7 page analytical research paper on Picasso's 'Guitar.' Beginning with a brief introduction to Picasso's life & works, the writer specifically examines how this particular painting does or does not relate to the artist, his other works, and to the Cubist movement itself. Numerous elements of the painting are analyzed, discussed, and elaborated upon. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Picasso.wps