arth200 art appreciation 3

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In 250 words,

Examine and discuss Henri Matisse’s Fauvist painting, The Joy of Life, and answer the following questions:

  • What are the ideas behind Expressionism?
  • What is “the Fauvist” vision?
  • Why is this painting considered important to the history of art?
  • Does this style appeal to you, or not?

Then, look at Picasso’s early Cubist painting, Les Demoiselles d’ Avignon, and answer the following questions:

  • What is Cubism? And how is this painting Cubist in style?
  • What is the subject matter of the painting?
  • What were Picasso’s influenced in creating this painting?
  • Why is this painting considered important to the history of art?
  • Does this style appeal to you, or not?

Finally, compare the two paintings. Discuss how they differ in their depiction of the human figure.