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Understanding Western Art
Summary
Enter the rich and diverse world of portraiture and trace its evolution from ancient times. Study the effects and meanings of profile, three-quarters, and frontal portraits, and the vital roles of clothing, setting, framing, and accuracy of depiction. View Jan van Eyck's Arnolfini Portrait, laden with symbolism, and Andrew Wyeth's uniquely expressive portrait from the back, Christina's World.