Tuesday, November 22, 2011

kiss of judas


This painting caught my eye immediately.  The whole Judas story has always been intriguing to me and this painting shows a great rendition of the story.   Colors are very bright and vibrant. 

Saturday, October 29, 2011

Tobacco pipe, really?

I'm really sure what it is about this piece that captures my eye.  The pearl eyes are stunning along with the teeth and the attention to detail in the tail is remarkable.  I find it hard to believe that it was just a tobacco pipe.  I would think they used it in cermonial situations that called for something a little stronger than tobacco.

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

the king and his teacher

From first glance at this picture, you would assume the king is the older person in the front but actually the king is standing behind the teacher.  The two seem to be embracing each other maybe in sexual nature.  This era seems to very open with their sexuality.

Sunday, September 18, 2011

Winged Goddess

Did the Greeks confuse an Angel with a Goddess...or are they one in the same?