Essays and Research Papers on Famous Works Of Art

A 7 page research paper that examines the career of nineteenth century Impressionist painter Mary Cassatt. The write argues that the pleasure (jouissance) that Cassatt displays in her painting is the world of nineteenth century women, with a particular emphasis on the mothers and children. Cassatt brings a realistic perspective to her depictions of everyday, ...

A 5 page paper which examines the artist and his greatest work of art, including biographical information, a consideration from a historical context, and a summary and personal evaluation of the most famous painting in world history. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper evaluates Paul Kane's famous work. The Canadian painter's life is touched on and his work is related to Canadian history and life. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page essay offers an analysis of Georges Braque's "Viaduct at L'Estague." The writer discusses this painting within the context of the history of Cubism, which Braque founded with this painting and Picasso co-developed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses the gardens outside of the Cummer Art Museum in Jacksonville, Florida. A brief mention is made of the art inside the building as well as some of the history of the former owners. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 6 page research paper that discusses Manet's place in art history. The writer compares his work to that of Couture and Courbet and explains why Manet is considered to be the first modernist painter. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses the important and significance of the Magdeburg Ivory, which was presented to Emperor Otto the First. This piece of art now resides in the Metropolitan Museum of Art and this paper highlights the incredible history of this piece. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 10 page paper discusses the painting Magdalen with the Smoking Flame by De La Tour. Iconography is discussed, as well as personal revelations of the painting. History of De La Tour included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page research paper that contrasts and compares two great works of art -- the "Davids" sculpted by Donatello and Michelangelo. The writer relates these two works to the political situation of Florence and discusses the significance of these works to art history. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page research paper/essay that discusses two paintings--Jean-Antoine Watteau's The Storm and Eugene Delacroix's The Sea of Galilee--as to which one is the most neo-classical and which represents the romantic period in art history. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

5 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses personal histories and specific works of these three artists. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper that examines rococo describes the room. ARt and architecture is the focus of attention as is the history of the palace. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page research paper that examines two trends, or manifestos, in art history, Marxism and the Arts and Crafts movement in Great Britain and are two art movements that have features that reflect the same orientation toward art and modernism, yet also differ markedly in their basic orientation. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses the George Washington Statue, which resides in Virginia, which was crafted by the famed French sculptor Houdon. This paper examines the detail and history of the statue, as well as exploring the life of Houdon. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 14 page paper which examines the myths that surround the artist Vincent Van Gogh as seen in films such as “Lust for Life.” The presentation of Michelangelo in the film “The Agony and the Ecstasy” is also discussed. Through these discussions the paper also examines the psychological profile of artists and how history has treated such artists. Bibliography ...

A 4 page paper which first discusses some of the history of China during the time of Confucius and then examines a Botero painting, “Mona Lisa.” Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses many notable Brazilian artists of the 1900's and highlights their histories and artistic accomplishments. Artists include: Candido Portinari, Tarsila do Amaral, Di Calvacanti, and Segall. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 14 page paper provides an overview of the art and personal history of Lorna Simpson. Photographer and conceptual artist Lorna Simpson has been recognized as both a feminist figure and an African American artist for decades. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 4 page paper which examines how the definition of art has changed through history and cultures. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page paper which examines several American sculptures to several European sculptures. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 8 page paper discusses the use of Art and Artists by the Church from the time of Constantine to the pre-Renaissance era. Examples of artwork and artists given/cited. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 6-page paper is a discussion about Lorenz Eitner's book,19th Century of European Painting. The focus of the paper is on the author's bias in terms of material presentation.

This 5 page paper considers how the perception of artist in contemporary renaissance Europe differed form today; seen more as craftsmen the role of talent and genius was less important, This paper discusses this idea and considers how this perception began to change during this period. The bibliography cite 1 source.

This 11 page paper deals with how Africa was viewed by early nineteen hundred Europeans. The continent was not only considered intriguing to them, but also influencial. This paper cites seven sources.

A 5 page discussion of the impacts of the philosophy of naturalism on European and American culture. Defines naturalism and contrasts it to other philosophies. Concentrates on illuminating the impact of the naturalism movement on literature and other art forms. Bibliography lists 6 sources.