History of Human Beauty: Renaissance - 20th Century

Author: (French) Vigarello
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Publishing Date: 2007-01-01
Features: Different eras have different standards of beauty. This book narrates the evolution of these standards. It describes what was liked or disliked in the human body in different times or cultures: the appearance and faces that were valued or overlooked, the body contours that were emphasized or concealed, and the beauty methods that were constantly studied and improved. The book showcases the value standards of different eras and also depicts the living environments, customs, and social practices of various societies. The beauty evolution history this book aims to recreate is not the subtle differences between widely studied academic art history and its exemplary references, but rather a more socialized history where aesthetic, charm, and taste standards are reflected in everyday behavior and speech.