"The artists today, like those of the past, continue to record history of their time. They show us how people look, what they wear, and what they do. Through their creations, we see people in their daily occupations, in games, sports, dances, parties and other colourful, exciting activities. Artists continue to describe and interpret their surroundings, whether these be crowded cities, silent forests, teeming, jungles or stormy seas. Together, the artists of the past and the presents have helped paint a portrait of the life itself. They have helped us to understand and appreciate the vast extent of the man's eternally creative spirit"

(Kainz and Riley, p.11 1995)

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Kainz L, Riley O (1995) Understanding Art: People, Things and Ideas, Harry N Abrams Inc Publishers, New York