Topic 4 - Mythological painting and the nude Flashcards
What is a myth?
A story handed down through generations which incorporates beliefs about the early history of that culture or explains natural events.
What is a myth’s serious purpose?
Attempting to explain significant elements in human existence.
By what century had classical mythology had become a staple subject for history painters?
Sixteenth century.
What are Satyrs/mischievous fauns?
Creatures with horns, long ears and the legs of goats.
Who is Venus and how is she identified?
The goddess of love and beauty, identified by her beauty.
Who is Mars and how is he identified?
The god of war, often identified by his armour.
Who is Bacchus?
God of wine.
Many of the figures in mythological painting are…
Naked.
Both mythological narrative paintings and Christian religious images gave artists the opportunity to show…
The unclothed naked body.
What is the nude?
A subject, not a genre.
What is a Prototype?
An example of how people expect it’s supposed to be.
