Power can lead to corruption because it is human nature for an individual to use power poorly and badly when they are given power. This can be shown in Macbeth as we see his "fall of man" archetype. When Macbeth receives power, he doesn't know how to properly obtain it. He immediately thirsts for more power, which results in him killing Duncan and Banquo-an obvious sign of corruption and evil that comes as a result of his desire for power.
When an individual receives something, it is human nature for them to want more. Nothing is ever enough, there always needs to be more. This can be seen throughout different works of literature, its no surprise that Shakespeare touched on it. This is a prevalent theme that can be seen throughout history, Adolf Hitler, for instance rebuilt the entire social structure of Germany after being elected chancellor. The position of Chancellor was already incredibly powerful, but his internal desire for dominance lead him to ultimately take total control over the country.
Sunday, November 22, 2015
Sunday, November 8, 2015
Blog Post Number 5
1. This is Jennet Parkinson, Wife of Cuthbert Hesketh of Whitehill, Lancashire painted by George Gower. This was painted in 1580 using oil on a panel: 23 13/16 x 20 3/8 inches.
2. This painting was created in 1580 in England.
3. This is just a portrait created by George Gower, nothing needed to be depicted, it is just a portrait of Jennet Parkinson to show her beauty.
4. For this painting, Mrs. Parkinson came and sat down in front of Gower while he painted her. He painted her as she was sitting, showing light and shadows with different shades of the oil paint.
5. This work conveys a social values of a wealthy person. We are able to tell that the woman is wealthy by the dress that she chooses to wear with the neck garment and hat. This is traditionally what rich women wore when they were going to a ball or having a portrait done. It was also very common for wealthy people to get portraits made of themselves. Based on this picture and little background knowledge we are able to understand her social class and type of lifestyle. This piece of art has no different value from when it was created, except now it is a piece of history. We still can see that this was the way women with wealth dressed in the 16th century. It does not cause me to re-consider the meaning of the art or its value. This work doesn't really hold as much value in today's society, except for the family down the line from Jennet Parkinson. The title of this work does not signify anything important in its self. It is just giving the name of the woman whose portrait this is. No more value of understanding is found from this picture. However, it does give us insight into the way that society was in the 16th century and the way that people in the upper class acted and dressed.
2. This painting was created in 1580 in England.
3. This is just a portrait created by George Gower, nothing needed to be depicted, it is just a portrait of Jennet Parkinson to show her beauty.
4. For this painting, Mrs. Parkinson came and sat down in front of Gower while he painted her. He painted her as she was sitting, showing light and shadows with different shades of the oil paint.
5. This work conveys a social values of a wealthy person. We are able to tell that the woman is wealthy by the dress that she chooses to wear with the neck garment and hat. This is traditionally what rich women wore when they were going to a ball or having a portrait done. It was also very common for wealthy people to get portraits made of themselves. Based on this picture and little background knowledge we are able to understand her social class and type of lifestyle. This piece of art has no different value from when it was created, except now it is a piece of history. We still can see that this was the way women with wealth dressed in the 16th century. It does not cause me to re-consider the meaning of the art or its value. This work doesn't really hold as much value in today's society, except for the family down the line from Jennet Parkinson. The title of this work does not signify anything important in its self. It is just giving the name of the woman whose portrait this is. No more value of understanding is found from this picture. However, it does give us insight into the way that society was in the 16th century and the way that people in the upper class acted and dressed.
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