Art History

Running Head : ART HISTORY

Art History

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In a certain age , there is a common motif among all artistic creations . This show how much reality is represented in their creations It tells a certain story unique to their times . This is how artworks seem to be categorized by period . There are certain similarities between artworks that can be collectively considered as of one age . But there are also significant differences that allow the artist to still be defined from the other artists of

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The sculptures by Donatello and Bernimi depict the human form as a perfect shape ever known . The lines and sinewy muscles of the sculptures represent a sense of power and agility . The similarities between the two sculptures rely on how every dip and plane of the human body is intricately forms by the masters ' hands . Both are full body representations of the artists ' imagination and ideas . Another blunt similarity of both sculptures is that the subjects are naked

On the other hand , the difference between both sculptures relies on the subject suggested by the poses of the character . Donatello 's The Bronze David shows a relaxed and almost carefree pose . Leaning on one leg and a cane , and a fist on the opposite hip , Donatello 's work suggests a certain level of power . Bernimi 's David is curved at an angle , showing contracting muscles . The action being done by the subject is definitely different with that of Donatello 's . When looking at it , it does not show a similar sense of power . Instead , it shows a rather aggressive posture The materials used by the artists are also different . It can also suggest to the ideas behind its creation

The paintings by Cimabue and Jan van Eyck definitely relay the realities revolving the Catholic faith . Both paintings showed gentle faces and calm appearances . The paintings also suggests the architectural designs used in the time when they were created . Both have definite balance on the use of shadows and color

On the other hand , the difference between these two paintings is that the Virgin and Child Enthroned by Cimabue is a more direct representation of the Virgin mother . It made use of warmer colors of the color wheel . Jan van Eyck 's The Annunciation is more suggestive of his ideas instead of bluntly showing the meaning behind his creation . There are also more details involved in his background . Also , the artist made use of cooler colors

In conclusion , with samples of sculptures and painting from amazing artists , it was found that the similarities found among these pieces tell a piece of one story that make up a great history . It suggests of their ideas and feelings during their lifetimes . Meanwhile , the differences between the artworks provide the standing factors that differentiate one artist with the next . Even if they keep the motif of their time , they also provide a piece of their own souls into these works to make it theirs

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