What Art tells us about Gender

The video explores the representation and understanding of gender in art across different cultures and historical periods. It examines the tradition of the reclining nude in European art, the role of gender in ballet masks from Cote d'Ivoire, Claude Cahun's exploration of gender identity, and the gender conceptions in ancient Maya society. The video concludes by reflecting on the complexity of gender in art and encourages viewers to consider their own interpretations.

In what ways do Claude Cahun and Marcel Moore's photographs challenge gender norms?

How does the text describe the relationship between gender and power in Maya culture?

How can the artworks discussed in the text inspire further investigations into gender?

What are the implications of the statement that gender complexity is nothing new?