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"The sculptor and the King" 1888 by George de forest Brush is the painting out of the four I that I connected with. Having Native-American roots made this piece of art more interesting and personal in a way that only certain cultures can relate to. In this work of art, Brush's usage of lines, hue, and space gives the oil painting a more dramatic feeling. The image is of a young Native-American man and his king; …

…of the many elements used to understand what is? And what makes art? This assignment has broadened my understanding and knowledge or art. Something extra I did notice was the facial expression of the two natives. The king has a look of admiration on his face, while the young man has a more anxious though proud to be completed look. It shows they have respect for each other even though they are of different status.