Of course, there's no arguing with how someone feels about something -- but that doesn't mean such statements are worthless. They say something about the viewer as well as about the viewed.
If only we had some Bouguereau fans on this list to confirm or dispute Boris's reaction. My reaction was closer to Mike's -- i.e. it was the sense of drama (not awareness of the painter's technique) that grabbed me -- and come to think of it -- doesn't drama usually come in monochrome ? The kind of drama that puts you on the edge of your seat and makes you feel that a big change is about to occur -- and it might affect you. Are political cartoons ever in color ? Would you take their political message seriously if they were? But what is in color is feeling --- sensuality -- and that colorful little counterpane is such a perfect accent to erotic scenes -- indeed, it's the most explicit part of Mughal erotica with the colorful explosion of cushions on the mattress. Desiderio really is an extraordinary figure painter. He's done this little erotic scene so well -- but I wouldn't be surprised if he never did another one. (which is one way he's quite different from both Titian and Bouguereau) _____________________________________________________________________ Get Freebies & Coupons -- Free of Hassle at FreeInternet.com! Visit http://offers.netzero.net/TGL1211/?u=http://www.freeinternet.com
