Question

Art is a reflection of society; explain how it is an important source for writing history.

Answer 1

Answer:

Studying the art of the past teaches us how people have seen themselves and their world, and how they want to show this to others. Art history provides a means by which we can understand our human past and its relationship to our present, because the act of making art is one of humanity's most ubiquitous activities. It is important because historians know what it was like in the past from cavemen drwaings because it shows their daiy life. They also use art to understand the past in general.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Art is a very important source of history.

But why?

Because,

Art style changes with time. The type of art can tell about the period in which art was made. Art made using various techniques gives information of the techniques used in past. Paintings are a form of art. There are many paintings that are portraits of great rulers, kings etc. There also exist paintings of historical events. They can be used as source of history. A type of art found in other regions tells us about the trade relations between various regions. In this was art is very important source for writing history.

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Art tells us about the following:-

• Development of art
• Various techniques and methods
• Technological advancements
• Human feature
• Historical events
• Trade relations

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