I choose to write about this painting called 'Double Portrait Of A Giovanni Arnolfini And His Wife' by Jan van Eyck for my first assignment because it intrigues me. For some reason it really creeps me out. I think it is because of the dark colors, and especially because he is wearing all black and they are both very pale. Another reason is the various meanings everything has, like the dog, which could indicate wealth or death but it is unknown. Also, the random person in the double portrait. Overall, I think the painting is very beautiful, and it is amazing how everything looks almost real like your actually there, but it also gives me a very eerie feeling at the same time.
I love how this piece of art is so mysterious. All of the hidden symbolism just shows how much thought was put into this painting. The folds in the clothes are mastered in this media.
ReplyDeleteI agree that this piece can be a little creepy but that is, perhaps, some of what draws me into it. The portrait feels very contrived, like the couple posed for hours. But there are so many nuances woven into its meaning that it just gives me reason to keep looking. Perhaps that is what Van Eyck wanted.
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