Fleshing out surfaces

Skin in French art and medicine, 1650-1850

Autori

• Mechthild Fend

Parametri

• 348 pagine
• 13 ore di lettura

• Arte / Cultura

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Exploring the intricate relationship between skin and artistic representation, this insightful work delves into the works of five notable French painters: Fragonard, David, Girodet, Benoit, and Ingres. It highlights how skin serves as a complex surface that transcends mere aesthetics, intertwining with themes from both art history and medicine. The analysis reveals deeper implications of skin in the context of identity and perception, showcasing its significance in the visual arts.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2017

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