This research paper is a comparison between mythological characters
depictions of the female nudes against the moral shame of Eve's female
nudes. Through the artistic works done by Michelangelo, Raphael, and
Botticelli we can gain an understanding of these similarities and
difference between depictions of female nudes. This research paper
discusses Botticelli's Birth of Venus, Michelangelo's Fall of Man, and
Raphael's Galatea. These need to be understood in the context of their
individual stories. Each of these female nude figures from iconography
display difference emotional responses in dealing with their actions of
lust and desire. This essay discusses the differences in symbolism and
background stories that made different statements about female nudes and
women making actions based off of desire.
Full Paper: Pride vs. Shame in Regards to the Female Nude