Formal analysis

Humanities

Please write an analysis on the artwork I’ve attached below.

At the beginning of your paper, briefly describe the condition of the work, i.e., good, or damaged (unfinished, chipped, surface cracks, discolored, etc.) and whether the condition plays a role in your reaction to the work.

The process is to ask a number of questions of the work through your reaction to it. If the work appeals to you, try to locate the physical reasons for your emotions. Use the vocabulary you have learned in class to describe object’s formal qualities and the compositional choices employed by the artist. Through the close observation of the object you will arrive at a series of comments that will explain to the reader and yourself why you like this work. The criteria used to evaluate your paper will be the coherence of your analysis. Have you explained the essential physical features that command your attention: composition, use of materials, space, color, gesture, etc.? Your key task is to translate your visual experience and perceptions into a written narrative.

The paper must be 4-5 pages long, double-spaced, 12-point font, Times New Roman.

In-text citations are required.