So, not to be all male and everything, but what you have to remember about Renaissance art was that it was a completely different time. Women were viewed as nothing more than property, and since it was commissioned by The Church, the prejudices of Catholicism had a huge influence on the content.
Plus, it's a fairly well-documented fact (ok, just really suspicion and rumour) that Michaelangelo was gay, so he would've rather painted naked men than naked women.
Just sayin'.
Kate
· 2 years ago
Yeah, I guess it makes sense. It probably wouldn't have bothered me if I hadn't also had to spend every day wearing long sleeves and long skirts just to get into the places.
I think if the Catholic Church was headed by women instead of (or along side) the men, the world might be a very different place today.
Granny Faye (Pop)
· 2 years ago
This is so interesting. I really enjoy your commentary. And I'm really glad I wasn't living during that time. To quote "We've come a long way, baby."
Mom and Tj
· 2 years ago
These pictures are so wonderful. I'm having trouble deciding which ones I want to print and frame! Wish YOU were in a few more of them too though.
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Plus, it's a fairly well-documented fact (ok, just really suspicion and rumour) that Michaelangelo was gay, so he would've rather painted naked men than naked women.
Just sayin'.
I think if the Catholic Church was headed by women instead of (or along side) the men, the world might be a very different place today.