Tag Archives: appropriation

Ekphrastic Copyists

Posted on December 30, 2023 by Art for Housewives

Pablo Picasso said “Good artists copy, great artists steal.” So he did both. On the left is a painting by Velazquez, “L’infante Marie Marguerite” (1655) and, on the right, Picasso’s version of the Infante Marguerite (1957). On the left is … Continue reading →

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Inspiration or Appropriation?

Posted on January 11, 2016 by Art for Housewives

Paris Day 4 In the past few months I’ve come across various articles where known fashion designers have been accused of “cultural appropriation”. Below are a few examples: Shetland Islanders, known for their Nordic style fishermen’s sweaters, claim that Chanel … Continue reading →