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Using the outline attached below, Writing About Art, write a critical essay in which you describe, analyze, and interpret the work of art you select. Include the title of the work, the artist who created it, and the page number on which it appears in the textbook. Your essay should be a minimum of 1000 words long. Below is my outline for reference as well as Essay Guidelines :)!

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Final Essay Guidelines Using the outline you created for the last lesson, Writing About Art, write a critical essay in which you describe, analyze, and interpret the work of art you select. Include the title of the work, the artist who created it, and the page number on which it appears in the textbook. Your essay should be a minimum of 1000 words long. Assessment criteria In assessing your writing assignment, we will be looking for evidence that you understand the components of art criticism (description, analysis, and interpretation) and you can apply these components in a critical essay on a single work of art. The criteria we will use to grade your assignment are: v You discuss one work of art. Focus on only one work of art to thoroughly discuss in your essay. The artwork that you choose should be the same as the artwork you used in your outline. v Your essay includes a description, analysis, and interpretation of the work you chose. Discuss the work using the techniques we have covered throughout the semester. Thoroughly describe the work’s expressive qualities, subject matter, and purpose. Elaborate on the cultural narratives and the cultural context that are present within the work. Thoroughly analyze its formal qualities and the materials, tools, and processes that were used to create it. And give a thorough interpretation of the works’ meaning, based on your description and analysis. v You use the vocabulary from the whole course. You do not have to use every word that appears in bold type in the text/commentary, but use a minimum of 8 of the words to demonstrate that you understand what they mean. Make sure that you bold the vocabulary in your text so that we know which words you are targeting for your discussion. You will lose points from your grade if you do not bold the vocabulary. v You include a citation for the work of art you select. Please use MLA style. Include citations within the text of the essay as well as in a reference page, and use quotation marks around any direct word for word quotes. Include at least three sources outside of the textbook. Please see the Purdue OWL Handout found on Canvas under the Academic Integrity Folder for information on how to go about doing this properly. v Your essay is at least 1000 words and has been checked for spelling and grammatical errors. An essay less than1000 words is unlikely to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts in this lesson. Submission of the assignment Submit your assignment to the drop box for your grading team in the Final Assignment folder. Make sure you use the proper drop box since a misplaced essay could mean that the essay will go ungraded or that you will have points deducted from your final grade. Because this is your final assignment, you may not submit it late for any reason. Any attempts to submit late work will be severely penalized or the work will go ungraded. Make plans to submit early and do not wait until the last minute. If you have any technical problems that can’t be resolved in time, then send the essay to your Team Leader in Canvas immediately so that there is no question about whether or not you completed the work on time. Grading Rubric: Points Possible Description of Materials, Tools and Processes 0-50 pts. Analysis 0-40 pts. Use of vocabulary 0-40 pts. Writing Mechanics: Spelling, grammar, etc. 0-20 pts. Citation included for each work of art and all external sources 0-20 pts. A well constructed essay that includes a good description of the work chosen, a clear discussion about the work and a thoughtful conclusion. 0-30 pts. Description of Materials, Tools, and Processes (0-50 points) 40-50 points The chosen work is thoroughly described. Several expressive visual qualities within the work are included and explained. The cultural narratives and cultural context of the work is thoroughly described. In depth explanations of several visual symbols and icons as well as contextual information demonstrate an extensive use of sources of information other than just the textbook. Several formal qualities of the work are thoroughly described. The medium of the work is named. The materials, tools, and processes used to create the work are thoroughly described. The visual qualities that are characteristic of the medium are thoroughly described. 30-39 points The work is somewhat described. A few expressive visual qualities within the work are included and explained. The cultural narratives present in the work and cultural context of the work is somewhat described. In depth explanations of a few visual symbols and icons as well as contextual information demonstrates an adequate use of external sources of information in addition to the textbook. A few formal qualities of the work are thoroughly described. The medium of the work is named. The materials, tools, and processes used to create the work are briefly described. The visual qualities that are characteristic of the medium are briefly described. Or, one section might be missing. 20-29 points The work is poorly described. A few of the expressive visual qualities within the work are included and explained. The cultural narratives and/or cultural context of the work are poorly described or demonstrate an incorrect reading of the work. Brief explanations of visual symbols and icons as well as contextual information demonstrates an inadequate use of external sources of information in addition to the textbook. One or two formal qualities of the work are described. The medium of the work is named. The materials, tools, and processes used to create the work are poorly described. The visual qualities that are characteristic of the medium are poorly described. Or, several sections may be missing. 0-19 points The work is not described. One or two expressive visual qualities within each work are included and explained. The cultural narratives and/or cultural context of the work are not described, are poorly described, or demonstrate an incorrect reading of the work. There is a poor explanation or no explanation of visual symbols, icons, and contextual information demonstrating a sole reliance on textbook and the absence of external sources of information. No formal qualities of the work are described. The materials, tools, and processes used to create the work are not described or are incorrectly described. The visual qualities that are characteristic of the medium are not described. Analysis (0-40 points) 30-40 points Each visual quality that is mentioned is shown to characterize the subject matter. Cultural narratives and cultural context of the work is thoroughly connected to the interpretation of the work. Direct and insightful relationships are shown between each formal quality and the meaning of the work. Direct and insightful relationships are shown between the materials, tools, and processes used to create the work and the content and meaning of the work. 20-29 points There is little mention of how the visual quality that is mentioned is shown to characterize the subject matter. Cultural narratives and cultural context of the work is loosely connected to the meaning of the work. Loose relationships are shown between each formal quality and the meaning of the work. Loose relationships are shown between the materials, tools, and processes used to create the work and the content and meaning of the work. 0-19 points There is no mention of how the visual qualities characterize the subject matter of the work or the cultural narratives and cultural context of the work. No relationships are shown between the formal qualities of the work and the meaning of the work. No relationships are shown between the materials, tools, and processes used to create the work and the content and meaning of the work. Use of vocabulary from the lesson (0-40 points) 30-40 points Eight or more of the vocabulary words are properly used throughout the essay. Their usage demonstrates a thorough and accurate understanding of their definitions. All targeted vocabulary is bolded within the text. 20-29 points Five to seven vocabulary words are properly used in the essay and bolded within the text. Their usage demonstrates a thorough and accurate understanding of their definitions. 0-19 points Less than five vocabulary words are used in the essay, or vocabulary words are improperly used. Their usage demonstrates a lack of understanding of their definitions or no vocabulary words are bolded within the text. Writing Mechanics: Spelling, grammar, etc. (0-20 points) 15-20 points Absence of mechanical errors: careful editing / proofing, correct use of writing mechanics, and sophisticated sentence structure. 10-14 points Several mechanical errors are present. Sentence structure still communicates effectively. 0-9 points Mechanical errors are present likely due to oversight but may compromise the author’s ability to effectively communicate. Citations (0-20 points) 15-20 points Citations are included within the text of the essay and in a reference page for each image used from the textbook as well as any external sources that were used. All directly quoted material appears in quotation marks. Citations are in MLA style and all appropriate information is cited within the text. There is at least one source listed and used in addition to the text. 10-14 points Citations are included within the essay and in a reference page for each image used from the textbook as well as any external sources that were used, but contain minor errors. 0-9 points Some citations are missing within the essay or from the reference page, or there are major errors in the citation that hinders the reader from finding the original source material. Or, there are no citations. A well constructed essay (0-30 points) 20-30 points The essay includes good descriptions of the works chosen, is well organized, follows all of the required criteria and has a clear and thoughtful conclusion. 10-19 points The essay includes partial descriptions of the works chosen, is somewhat well organized, somewhat follows the required criteria, and/or has an incomplete conclusion. 0-9 points The essay does not include clear descriptions of the works chosen, does not follow the required criteria, is unorganized and has no clear conclusion. Remember that this essay is a reflection of what you have learned throughout the semester. It is a cumulative document where you must apply all that you have learned to one work of art. Draw upon previous writing and research for inspiration and show that you are able to apply and reflect upon what you have learned. This is your final for the course and you will not have a chance to improve on it if you do poorly. If you need help with your writing consult your on campus writing center. If you do not have access to an on campus writing center please use the World Campus Online Writing/Tutoring resource. http://student.worldcampus.psu.edu/student-services/tutoring-technologyresources#tutoring Surname 1 Gabriella Ivaldi Penn State University “The allegory of painting” by Jan Vermeer Introduction The world of art by Henry M Sayre is valuable since it assists people to think critically about the art that surrounds them. It encompasses the drawing, “The Allegory of painting” by Jan Vermeer. To begin with, he was born in Circa October 1632, in Delft, Netherlands. He joined the Delft painters' guild in 1652 and served as its dean from 1662 to 1670. One of his earliest notable paintings were "Girl asleep on the table," and as he gained more experience, he painted "Little secret" and "View of Delft.” The level of his expertise is still celebrated in his paintings even today although a large part of his life remains enigmatic. It is unknown if he was a student of art, but he had developed a close bond with Delft painter Leonard Bramer. Experts argue that Rembrandt through one of his students inspired his work. However, Caravaggio’s influence is witnessed in Jan Vermeer’s works such as “Diana in her companions” and religion in “Christ in the House of Mary and Martha.” He got married to a Catholic lady, Catherine Bones on condition that he was to abandon his Dutch upbringing and become a Catholic. During his sunset days, he suffered financially due to the economic crisis that had hit Dutch. He died in Delft circa December 16, 1675, as a broke man. His works are still celebrated around the globe even though he left only small works. Expressive qualities of the work Jan Vermeer, “The Allegory of painting” had a significant impact on his life since he refused to get rid of it. From the painting, it is evident that it measures 4 ft. By 3 ft and it is made of canvas. It is unique since it encompasses Vermeer’s ideas on the skill of painting. The scene in the canvas appears as if it was placed there deliberately. For instance, a curtain is pulled back to the left as is it is exposing a stage play. When you look beyond the curtain, the scene looks like a brightly lit studio whereby a woman is seated as an artist draws her. Furthermore, the setting exposes the ancient Dutch life since there is a presence of a golden chandelier and a tiled floor. The room does not appear as an ordinary studio since it oozes extreme elegance and ambiance. It can be deduced that the person painting the image is Vermeer himself although he has painted the backside. This can be affirmed since Jan Vermeer lived a private life where he did not like to be seen. The chandelier in the study portrays symbols of the “House of Habsburgs, the imperial double eagle.” Furthermore, the model holds a trumpet and a book, a solid indicator of glory, fame, and knowledge. She also has a crown in her head, a symbol of glory and power. The map at the back of the model indicates Netherland's position, 17 provinces, and important cities. The model’s dress depicts her as the muse Clio, one of the highest standards of art in ancient Greek. The painter himself looks simple since he is clad in an ancient historical outfit. Ancient poets and philosophers dressed like the man in the image, therefore, revealing that painting was at the same level as poetry and philosophy. Surname 2 Cultural Narratives Present in the Work The painting reveals the ancient Dutch Culture whereby it is evident in the dress code of the painter and the model. During the fifteenth century, people dressed in full clothing whereby the dress code was supposed to show allegiance to the Dutch crown (Blanc, 234). It is evident that in the chandelier there is a symbol of a double-headed eagle. This was an indicator that the painting was made during the Hapsburg dynasty. The painter is presumed to be Jan Vermeer himself since during his time he was seen as a person who liked to lay low. The map behind the model indicates the ancient Dutch empire whereby it encompasses the 17 provinces. Additionally, the setting in the painting reveals that it was an excellent neighborhood. This is evident in the marble tiles whereby during this time it was the popular building style. The model in the painting is seen wearing a crown thus affirming that she was from a wealthy setup. During this context, the crown wielded a lot of power as it was a symbol of authority. Furthermore, she is holding a trumpet, therefore, revealing that in the 16th century it was a symbol of victory. Formal Qualities of the Work The portrait, which is a celebration of the art masterpiece, is roughly 4 feet length and 3 feet width. The scenes in the painting have a theatrical quality as highlighted by the curtain pull back which reveals a stage play. When one looks beyond the parted curtain, there is a brightly lit studio and in it an artist who is sitting while painting a model who is facing away from the painter. The artist workshop is elegant with expensive marble floor tiles, fine furnishings, and golden chandelier(Shimamura, 200). The painter’s outfit is historical and old-fashioned. The painting represents imagined or visual manifestation of the world especially with the use of chiaroscuro and linear perspective which fools the eye into viewing of an image that is in solidify form and in three-dimensional depth. When one looks close to the golden chandelier, there is a double head eagle that symbolizes the dynasty of Australian Habsburg who was the Holland former ruler. Moreover, the chandelier is a symbol of the Catholic faith. The lack of candles on the chandelier signifies domination of the Protestant faith. In addition, the light is a symbol of God's presence (Viera, 110). The rear wall of the studio is covered with a torn map, which symbolizes the division between the Northern and Southern province. Moreover, the map symbolizes the painters’ journey towards fame of being recognized in Dutch as the best painter. The furnishing and fittings symbolize the prosperity of the talented painters. The color in the painting plays a significant role by showing Vermeer’s character who seems to be fond of natural ultramarine cool blue hue. The color pigments that the painter uses were the most expensive as of 1672. In addition, the artist used bright colors and lightings which made his reputation to grow significantly. Two or Three Dimensional Materials and Processes Surname 3 When a person looks at the painting, they can see that the painting has two characters that is the painter who is a man and his subject who is a woman. In addition, the title of the painting introduces the artist with his dressing that is described as Cleo. The lady is being painted at the studio of the painter. The painting shows a large background map with a window. Furthermore, the studio is filled with numerous objects such as the chandelier, a map, and a tapestry just to mention a few. Moreover, the painter is dressed in black slippers; white boot horse, red horse, and a black jacket that makes him look elegant. The painter is looking at his model that is facing away on the direction of the window. The painters face is not visible, and only her subject can be viewed. A person can also be able to see the light that is streaming through the studio’s window. Clio is the subject of history muse as shown by the fact that she is carrying a book, holding a trumpet, and wearing a laurel wreath. The muse of history is placed at the center of the painter allegory that emphasizes in the significance of visual art in history. The double-headed eagle symbolizes the dynasty of the Holland rulers. The rulers of Holland adorn the golden chandelier which is at the center. The map at the back that is ripped symbolizes the division between the Habsburg and Dutch Republic. The mask that sits at the table next to the painter represents Habsburg monarch ineffectiveness. The use of light in the painting demonstrates the artist prowess as shown in textural effects that it brings to the rear of the studio. The light is also reflected on the chandelier, the map and the two subjects in the painting reflecting their actual appearance that a person can be able to relate with. Conclusion Discuss what you have learned about this work and artist through this process. A one or two sentence conclusion will not be enough. Really think about what you have learned. How did your ideas about the work of art change as you learned more about it? I have learned quite a lot from the Unit and the painting. To begin with, the painting brings us back to the past when there were dynasties in many places. Every object in the painting symbolizes something that a person can be able to understand about the people of that time. The painting has a history with the painter who was attached to it up until the time of his demise. The painting is a masterpiece in which a person is able to understand the artist character and the way he was portraying the age of the Golden Dutch. The painting was done in the 17th century. I was also able to understand the different types of techniques that are used to come up with an original painting. The expensive paints used by the artists also show the importance of using quality paints to paint portraits which are not only presentable but can store for long years without getting distorted. I was also able to learn the importance of lighting as they assist in depicting the feeling of an object which the viewer of portrait can be able to identify with. Every object in a painting signifies a hidden message that is a symbol of something. Surname 4 Works cited Blanc, Jan. "Works in Progress: Painting and Modelling in Seventeenth‐Century Holland." Art History 39.2 (2016): 234-253. Sartori, Andreza, et al. "Who's afraid of itten: Using the art theory of color combination to analyze emotions in abstract paintings." Proceedings of the 23rd ACM international conference on Multimedia. ACM, 2015. Vieira, Vilson, et al. "A quantitative approach to painting styles." Physica A: Statistical Mechanics and its Applications417 (2015): 110-129. Shimamura, Arthur P. "Seeing, Knowing, and Understanding: Intersecting Paths Between Art and Science." (2016): 200-203.
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Running Head: CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF LAS MENINAS ART

Critical analysis of Las Meninas Art
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Introduction
Art has differed roles which it lays in the society since it sheds light on hidden issues,
historical events, and some meaning which are significant for the communities and culture
(Goldstein, 2017). Besides the intended meaning by the artists, work of art promotes cultural
heritage and also helps in the strengthening of community ties since they keep up to date
information regarding the history and essential elements of a particular era. The most
memorable work of art is the painting named Las Meninas done by artists Diego Velazquez
in the year 1656 (Snyder, 1985). Some of the significant issues related to the picture were the
inspiration the artist had in the drawing of substantial things about royalty and also depicting
the right color embedded in ancient Spain (Myoo, 2017). La Meninas is an award-winning
work of art which has shown significant increase nth rates of appraisal from generation to
generation based on the way it was drawn and the meanings which are depicted.
Las Meninas has been graded as the best form of painting which the globe has ever
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2017). As a pacesetter for the artists who are upcoming in the field of art, the painting has
been described as the best form since it was drawn many years ago when technology and
invention were still at its lowest stages (Myoo, 2017). The critical apprehension of Velasquez
in the piece of art is memorable, and there is a need to understand and put the sense into such
drawing. In the old ages, people perceived art as the best way through which people with
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