REPRESENTATIONALThis piece of artwork is representational of a human. It is visually pleasing to the eyes. It also gives us an insight to the culture and lifestyle of the society back then. The technique used and the stylization of the statue, the period in which it was made and what sort of art was popular. It opens up a window. This statue puts us in the environment of the statue to ponder what she was looking at and what she's going through, etc.
ABSTRACT
This is an abstraction of music and instruments, in particular, jazz. In the shapes and colors gives the viewer the clues as to what it is but in reality these shapes and colors do not exist in reality. The colors are specific to this sort of society and it brings the person in and gives that vibrant energy. By the shapes and unrealistic representation gives the sort of 3-D vibe and draws you in versus a flat 2-D feel.
SYMBOLIC
This symbol is known throughout society and history. It is a very well known symbol of peace and harmony. It is absolutely abstract and in no form look like any object or persons but it brings this sort of idea of peace. It is associated with monks, Asia, hippies, all that involve peace.
[IMAGE CREDIT: statue, jazz, ying yang]
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