Debates about Jan Van Eyck’s portrait of the Arnolfini couple reside in the complex meanings of symbols
Debates about Jan Van Eyck’s portrait of the Arnolfini couple reside in the complex meanings of symbols that likely would have been understood by most 15th century viewers in the Netherlands. As a 21st century viewer, describe and explain your interpretation of the painting and its elements.
The photographic quality of Jan Van Eyck’s work has been both praised and criticized. Describe your impression of this precise painting style in comparison to another Renaissance artist of your choice
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Discussion 1: The Arnolfini Portrait
Debates about Jan Van Eyck’s portrait of the Arnolfini
As a 21st century viewer, I would not support the argument that symbolism is well portrayed in the portrait. In my view, the portrait shows a married couple having a rest in the bedroom. According to Gardner & Kleiner (2010), the wealth of this couple is reflected through the fur lined fabric that they are dressed in. The pulley and the chandelier seen in the background are also used to strengthen or support the argument that this couple is well-established………………………………
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