The Enlightenment period made a huge impact not only in American culture but worldwide, the Enlightenment period was between the 1700 and 1800’s. During the Enlightenment period many new things were created such as laws, art work, and the way music was formed. There were also many people who made a huge impact during the Enlightenment period some of them include; Thomas Paine, Mary Wollstonecraft, Isaac Newton, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. There are many wonderful paintings that were around during the Enlightenment Era. One of the paintings that I really enjoyed was “The Lady of Shallot” you can view this painting at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Lady_of_Shalott_(painting). This painting stood out to me because I believe it is different from many of the other paintings that were painted during the Enlightenment Era. I think many of the paintings that were around during the Enlightenment were very busy and often had many people in one painting, but this painting stood out because it is very calm and only has The Lady of Shallot in the painting and nobody else. This painting is an oil-on-canvas painting that was painted by John William Waterhouse in 1888. The painting measures at 200 centimeters by 153 centimeters which converted to inches is 60.2 inches by 78.7 inches. The painting is one of Waterhouse’s best known oil paintings. This painting is said to be a representation from a scene from Alfred, Lord Tennyson’s 1833 poem titled “The Lady of Shallot”. The poem “The Lady of Shallot” was built upon the Arthurian legend of Elaine of Astolat, which she was mentioned in the Italian novella titled Donna di Scalotta. Tennyson’s work was popular with many Pre-Raphaelite poets and painters. Some of the artists that illustrated pain... ... middle of paper ... ... Tennyson wrote about in his poem. I also liked the fact that Waterhouse did not only paint one painting from Tennyson’s poem but he painting three separate pieces. I enjoyed the first painting the best because you could really grasp what part of the poem Waterhouse was painting about. I also believe the first painting had a lot of emotion showed in the Lady of Shallot’s face and you could almost feel the pain and confusion she was going through at the time. Another thing that I found interesting while researching this painting was not only did Waterhouse paint three paintings titled the Lady of Shallot, there were many other artists that titled their painting The Lady of Shallot, one example would be William Holman Hunt painting that was finished in 1905. I found it amazing that one story can make such an impact in the art world during the Enlightenment period.
The painting named Portrait of Mrs. Chinnery is an artwork by Elisabeth-Louise Vigee LeBrun produced in the year 1803. It is oil on canvas rectangular painting measuring 36 by 28 inches (91.5 by 71 cent meters). Its subject is Mrs. Chinnery, wife to William. Details on her life are scarce although her maiden name is reported. She was a widely known pianist and a popular hostess in one of the buildings that many of the British rich and noble people liked to frequent. She had three children: George, Caroline and Walter. In this painting, the lady is presented sitting in a relaxed manner while reading a book which is claimed to be about the French fashion of which she was an enthusiast. The subject’s body is facing to the right of the painting, the direction in which she holds the book. She, however, is facing directly in front, in reference to the portrait, with her gaze slightly to the right. Her left arm is hidden below the book, away from view in the painting, while her right arm rests between the pages of the book, probably near the middle of the book, as if to prevent it from closing. She is wearing a red dress, with short sleeves and a V shape in the chest area. She has two necklaces hanging from her neck. She has a red bund round her head, probably to hold her hair off her face. She has gold colored hair hanging freely down her neck and back. In the forehead, the hair is parted in such a way as to form an inverted V. She can be inferred to be wearing a red lipstick, with her face tilted slightly to the left. She does not seem to be smiling; her left eye is open wider than the left eye as if she is winking with the lips closed tightly together. Part of the thigh region can be seen but the legs are hidden off the painting. She ...
A time period known as The Age of Reason or The Enlightenment was when philosophy, politics, science and social communications changed drastically. It helped shape the ideas of capitalism and democracy, which is the world we live in today. People joined together to discuss areas of high intellect and creative thoughts. The Enlightenment was a time period in which people discussed new ideas, and educated people, known as philosophers, all had a central idea of freedom of choice and the natural right of individuals. These philosophers include John Locke, Voltaire, Adam Smith, and Mary Wollstonecraft.
Before the American Revolution there was the Enlightenment and Great Awakening period. The Enlightenment and Great Awakening period were different from each other but in similarities they both challenged the way society thoughts of situations in life. They both had a big impact leading towards the American Revolution and how the colonist were thinking differently from before. They were able to think outside the box and become more of a personality than a group. The Enlightenment was a philosophical, social movement that challenged the ideals of reality. They wanted reasons over faith, to establish an authoritative system. The Enlightenment gave a way for a new perspective into the world and take a scientific approach to questioning situations.
In his painting he has a lavish pink and blue sky that seems to be almost made entirely of clouds. The plants, trees, and grass all look soft and kind. The people are posed in unnatural Baroque ways, but are dressed in Cinderella-like costumes. The people, statues, and angels are all round-faced and happy. The colors of everything all are soft and appealing to the eyes; nothing is too bright or harsh. This painting is a fine example of the art that was crafted during the Rococo Period.
Modern American culture thrives on the ancient religions of the Greeks and Romans. The Hellenistic myths are kept alive today in the popular culture of the western world. Yet little is commonly known of the religions and myths of the ancient people just to the north of the Romans; the Celts (7). The Celtic region spanned the British Isles, and the north western portion of the European continent from prehistoric times until the Roman invasion in the first century where the region shrunk to Ireland and Scotland (7). Though many conquered cultures managed to survive through Roman rule, the Celts did not (5). This essay explores the limitations of our knowledge of the Celtic religion, and ancient Irish culture, it details how we know what we know about Celtic beliefs, discusses the evolution of Irish culture from the early third century, up until the sixteenth century, and looks at the specific myths that have managed to survive to present day.
The Scientific revolution and enlightenment were the most important time periods of all. The scientific revolution began in Europe towards the end of the renaissance era until the late 18th century it's also when all the developments n mathematics, astronomy, chemistry, biology, and physics which changed the way we look at society and nature. The scientific revolution had introduced many things that we couldn't really comprehend. For example, The human body, atoms, cells, technology, and other fantastic things that made us what we are now. The scientific revolution also influenced the intellectual social movement that is known as the enlightenment. The enlightenment had a great impact on people. It changed the way people lived as political and social. It also made people think about some things that they would have never thought of. It gave many scholars questions about the works of government and society. While attempting to explain the purpose of government and how it is suppose to work. It made many scholars reject traditional ideas. the enlightenment movement had changed many things in people and society. At the time there were many scientists but 2 of them really stood out. They had become really important historical figures for their doings. They had discovered really important things. Without them we probably wouldn't have the knowledge in science we have today. These scientist are William Harvey and Robert Boyle. These two scientists are really important to the scientific revolution and enlightenment period. These two figures had really great impact on society then and now, because without William Harvey we wouldn't know how blood circulated around the...
The Enlightenment can be defined as the period of time when reason and science became the driving forces of life. Men began to rationalize that the contribution of inventions and other things of use to society was what would please God and was also the best way to live. Men realized that they could harness nature. Religion also evolved, and Deism, the belief that the universe is run by an intelligent and benevolent God, came into play. Americans yearned to break free from the narrow-mindedness of the Provincial era, and embraced this period of time to the fullest extent.
Although the Enlightenment resulted in chaos and the loss of many lives in France, it had a profound effect on the world today. It resulted in increased freedom, opportunity and fair treatment for most nearly everyone today, and the world today would be a much different place without it.
The painting was created to help individuals understand that," True beauty comes from within; it’s about being kind to others and not only thinking about yourself..
PernodRicard is an association created in 1975 through the partnership of two French anise-based spirits parties, the two parties include; Pernod, which was built in 1805, and Ricard, secured by Paul Ricard in 1932. This was undoubtedly a historical thought of an amplification controlled by entrepreneurial, excited and visionary people. The two social affairs saw the need of business and decided to partner and start PernodRicard. This is a Co-pioneer industry in the Wines & Spirits zone as far and wide as possible. It was started to supply wine and alcohol around the entire region. Made in 1975 in France, PernodRicard has immediately extended over the past decade, through both characteristic advancement and acquisitions. The Group is in a matter the world co-pioneer of the Wine & Spirits industry. Its desires were clear; they targeted winding up number one in the business. Starting there and into the future, the organization of the association was gotten. Finding power routines picking a handy advancement model: at PernodRicard, this system is delineated by the up scaling of its done portfolio of overall brands. The Group relied on upon improvement, a genuine driver of value creation, and on its strong positions in creating markets.
The painting depicts a mother and her four children, who are all leaning on her as she looks down solemnly, her tired, despondent expression suggests she felt trapped in her roles as being a mother and a wife. The woman and her children are clearly the focal point of the artwork as the bright colours used to paint them stand out impeccably against the dull, lifeless colours of the background. This painting appears to be centred around the ideology that women are home-keepers, whose main role is to satisfy and assist her husband while simultaneously minding the children and keeping the home tidy and ready for his return. The social consequences of this artwork could have been that the woman could have been berated for not taking pleasure out of being a mother and raising her children, as a woman should. She could have been made redundant as her husband may have felt as though she is no longer useful if she couldn’t adequately adhere to her roles as a mother and a
When first approaching this work, one feels immediately attracted to its sense of wonder and awe. The bright colors used in the sun draws a viewer in, but the astonishment, fascination, and emotion depicted in the expression on the young woman keeps them intrigued in the painting. It reaches out to those who have worked hard in their life and who look forward to a better future. Even a small event such as a song of a lark gives them hope that there will be a better tomorrow, a thought that can be seen though the countenance by this girl. Although just a collection of oils on a canvas, she is someone who reaches out to people and inspires them to appreciate the small things that, even if only for a short moment, can make the road ahead seem brighter.
The Enlightenment was a period in the eighteenth century that changed philosophy and cultural life and took place in Europe. The movement started in France, then spread to Great Britain, Italy, Spain, Portugal, and made its way to Germany. It was a way of thinking, that focused on the improvement of humanity by using logic and reason rather than irrationality and superstition. This showed skepticism in the face of religion, challenged the inequality between the leaders and their people, and tried to establish a sound system of ethics.
When the narrator finds the painting of her, he immensely admires the beauty and the elegance by seeing “The arms, the bosom, and even the ends of the radiant hair” that were vividly drawn. The elegance of the woman is further explained when the narrator reads the volume in which the paintings are discussed and explained. The first line of the volume explains the woman’s finest quality by saying that “she was a maiden of the rarest beauty” (“The Oval Portrait”). However, it is in this instance where there is an important shift in the story. The story shifts from explaining and admiring the beauty of the woman to elucidating her imminent death and decay. Subsequently, the narrator learns about how her life turned bitter when “she saw, and loved, and wedded the painter” (“The Oval Portrait”). Even though she loves the painter, she abhors and even despises his work because it “deprived her of the countenance of her lover” (“The Oval Portrait”). This idea of loneliness and neglect is further explained when the painter paints a painting of his wife. Even though he loved his wife and wanted make a masterpiece by working with
“The Grafin von Schonfeld with her Daughter” is very interesting to look at. It shows history and context of the lives of the 1700’s. The textures of the dresses are beautiful and very alluring to the eye. The porcelain skin of the mother and daughter give the painting innocence and purity, along with the loving nature between the mother and the daughter. This is a very good piece of artwork because it draws you to it with you knowing why. Once looking at the painting you find yourself looking into the eyes of the subject being painted and seeing another life with in the portrait. The eyes can almost be eerie as well as breathtaking at the same time. The painting produces richness and a feeling of royalty that people in the 21st century do not understand but yearn just the same. I was very impressed of the classic style of the painting and my own yearning to have the same richness and “classiness” as the lives that were portrayed in Vigee-LeBrun’s painting.