Jan van Eyck / Techniques and Innovations

Abstract: A 7 page research paper on the innovations of van Eyck. The writer looks at the incorporation of realism and religious/ethereal symbolism within everyday settings, describing the symbolism in the Ghent alterpieces and the Arnolfini Wedding. Also explored are his techniques in light, illumination, oil and color. A discussion of Panofsky's theory on not reviewing art within historical contexts is also presented. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

Filename: Cneyckn.wps

Pages: 7

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Catagory: Artists, Art Genre, & Famous Works Of Art

Subcatagory: Art & Architecture

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