From Antiquity to the "Selfie": Portraiture Through the Ages

Discover why portraits have played such an important role in the history of western art and consider the part they have played in shaping how individuals and societies see themselves today. Most people never stop to wonder why we have people's faces on coins, paintings, magazine covers, and billboards. The history of portraiture in the West is a fascinating study of the way in which individuals in diverse cultures portray themselves. From the ancient world to the modern “selfie,” join Art Historian, Elaine Ruffolo, for an exploration of the development of portraiture right up to today.