Rubens’ Three Graces and Goya’s Third of May Shootings: Masterpieces of European Art

Three Graces

Three Graces is the most famous work of Rubens. It was acquired by Philip IV from the assets of the painter, auctioned after his death, on May 30, 1640, and went on to decorate one of the rooms of the Alcázar in Madrid. Being painted on a panel displays the relationship of the master with the Flemish old masters. The Three Graces were called Euphrosyne, Thalia, and Aglaea, and were daughters of Zeus and Eurynome. They always appear naked, as beauty does not need to be concealed. They

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Evolution of Television and its Musical Influence

Music and Television Technology

The technology of current Television (under extinction) is similar to the human eye, and very different from film. The images are broken into lines of points: 625 in total. The tube incorporates a cathodic electric signal (waves like radio) and transforms it into images, at a rate of 25 per second. It is transmitted by antenna (similar to radio) or cable (usually paid).

In Television, classical music stations are located in two bands: VHF (Very High Frequency, between

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Slogans in Advertising: A Rhetorical Analysis

THE SLOGAN


The first thing we need to highlight in this section is that there are many works focusing specifically on the study of the slogan, repetitive formula that usually accompanies most of the advertisements and chairs the campaign, contrary to what happens with the literature on advertising and communication.
It is necessary to resort to classical rhetoric to learn the basics of the art of persuasion:
For Aristotle, the task of rhetoric as an art is not to convince, but to recognize the most

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19th Century Art: From Romanticism to Post-Impressionism

Romanticism and Realism

Throughout the 19th century, the art world experienced major shifts, transitioning from Romanticism to Realism, and culminating in Impressionism.

Romanticism emerged as a response to Neo-classicism, emphasizing feeling and intuition over reason. Painting became a primary vehicle for artistic expression. It’s considered the first avant-garde movement, breaking with classical tradition by addressing contemporary issues.

Key features include the dominance of bright colors over

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Quattrocento Architecture: Brunelleschi & Alberti’s Renaissance

Item 8: Architecture of the Quattrocento

Brunelleschi and Alberti

The Renaissance: Definition, Characteristics, and Chronology

The Renaissance, originating in Italy during the early modern age, aimed to revive Greco-Roman art and humanism, updating it while maintaining Christian traditions. Understanding Renaissance art requires considering cultural and scientific developments.

The origins of this new style include:

  1. The economic and social growth of Rome, Florence, and Venice. Economic power and leaders’
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Baroque and Dutch Masters: A Journey Through Art

Baroque Painting: General Characteristics

Baroque paintings, diverging from the geometric precision of the Renaissance, are characterized by dynamic radial compositions. Figures and objects appear to emanate from a central point, extending diagonally across multiple planes, creating a sense of movement and depth. Voluptuous figures, often exaggerated and expressive, are draped in rich fabrics, engaging in dramatic and sometimes improbable poses. Baroque art embraces naturalism, portraying even the

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