Tag: Art History
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The Importance of Taking Up Space: Women and Performance Art
Women’s Performance Art is predicated on the act of women taking up space. Daisy Gillam outlines several important works within the genre.
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French Impressionism in Scotland: An Analysis of Before the Performance by Edgar Degas
Edgar Degas, a key figure in the Impressionist movement, shifted artistic focus from traditional scenes to urban leisure and ballet. Emily Jones considers how his work, Before the Performance, exemplifies this modern approach and reflects Scotland’s evolving art scene.
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“Princess, Queen, Icon”: Has Popular Culture Transformed How We Think of the Monarch?
Logan McKinnon’s piece discusses Andy Warhol’s artistic portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II, exploring how his work reflects cultural commentary, the fusion of art and consumerism, and the evolving image of the monarchy within the context of popular culture.
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Gluck – A Forgotten Queer Artist of the 1920s
Fleur O’Reilly explores the life and works of British queer artist Gluck, who defied gender expectations in both her personal life, but also in her original and distinct artworks.
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Beyond Devotion: The Multifaceted Functions of Early Netherlandish Altarpieces
At first glance, early Netherlandish Altarpieces seem to have primarily devotional and religious functions. However, they also have more subtle societal purposes, representing a community’s collective identity. Emily Jones explores the fascinatingly intricate and diverse meanings behind these cultural artefacts.
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The Anime Phenomenon
Ami John explores how Anime has grown from a niche interest in the 1990s into a dominant global force, especially after the 2020s.
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The Art of Arpilleras under Augusto Pinochet’s Authoritarian Rule
Augusto Pinochet’s dictatorship in Chile (1973-1990) was marked by violence and repression. Louisa Steijger discusses female responses through arpilleras, vibrant tapestries documenting daily life and resistance.
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“Representative of an Entire Epoch”: Reflecting on the Complicated Nature of Queerness in Weimar Germany through Culture
Logan McKinnon examines queer identities in Weimar Germany through art and cinema, highlighting societal fears, oppression, and the pursuit of love.
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