Expert: J Heuman - 9/2/2004

Question
I am currently researching the subject of the seven deadly sins in art and need to source artists who have portrayed these in their work.  I am not specifically looking for works called the seven deadly sins, but those who have painted about glutony...or envy etc.

I am also interested to find out the history of the seven deadly sins in art.

Hopefully you can help.

Best wishes

Ross Heywood

Answer
Hi Ross,

Artists you might consider:

* Giotto's Last Judgment in the Arena Chapel, or anyone who dealt with dAnte's Inferno.

* Hieronymous Bosch is a great late Medieval/Renaissance example.

* Otto Dix is a great modern example.

You might also check out:
www.le.ac.uk/arthistory/seedcorn/faq-sds.html

I do not do "homework," but enjoy pointing to some good resources.

Best wsihes, sincerely,
J Heuman