Mannerist

/ˈmænərɪst/

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Art Styles

Understand that 'mannerist' refers to a specific period in art history.

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I admire the complexity of mannerist art pieces.

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Not Modern

'Mannerist' is not used for contemporary artists who simply have an elaborate style.

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Michelangelo's later work can be considered mannerist.

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Cultural Nuance

Learn about Mannerism in art to place 'mannerist' within the correct cultural context.

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Studying the works of El Greco, you see a master mannerist at work.

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