What is the primary symbolism of a vanitas painting? Discuss at least two artists from different centuries who have created such works and indicate the reasons for the recurrence of the vanitas theme in art of various eras
What will be an ideal response?
Objects in vanitas paintings represent a meditation on the "fleeting nature of earthly life and happiness." Vanitas paintings were popular in the 17th century and contemporary artists have become fascinated by the tradition.
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A) ?Nero's self-indulgent life of monarchical luxury B) ?Nero's reputation for feeding the hungry in Rome C) ?Nero's revival of Republican veristic values D) ?Nero's attempt to differentiate himself from his megalomaniac predecessor, Caligula
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Roxy Music, Queen, and Rush are all bands associated with the "glitter rock" style.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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