The Representation Of Musculature In Art

Erika Betancourt

Professor Behler

22 May 2016

Test 2 – Essay

Part I:

The four images all represent strong, masculine aspects of society. The musculature is highly defined and serves as a focal point which is most likely slightly exaggerated. Although these statues have a full round element, the context in which the artist meant to portray its emotions and stories was to have it be viewed strictly front a frontal view. The artists rendered exquisite detail by manipulating the texture of the materials. By using the techniques of relief and subtraction, the artist was able to portray the clothing and accessories that were distinguishable from that era. Since these are all male sculptures, they represent that males in that era had a higher stature than any females of stature or not. They influenced each other because they had a common theme and perception of the epitome of power amongst society.

Part II:

Fuji as very small in comparison the very large swell in the wave. “The Great Wave” was influenced by the Western culture due to the established trade routes from England through China. Western style prints soon arrived in Japan through the Dutch trade. Blue pigment called Prussian Blue was imported and used to create this master piece. The wave inspired the Western and World art artists like Van Gogh and Manet. Hokusai also inspired the impressionist movement. Examples of Hokusai’s influence in Van Gogh’s art include but is not limited to: Starry Night and The Courtesan with the vibrant blue color as a unifying theme in the works of Van