Best explanation of art history, ever
by Mary - December 5, 2006 - 5:14 PM

rubens-rape.jpgThis one’s for my friend Becky, the art history grad student — I saw it Overheard in New York:

Kid: Mommy, why are there so many pictures of naked people?

Mother: Because lots of people went naked in history.

– European art section, the Met

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  1. When my Husband and I went to Europe for our honeymoon,he had been many times with his family but it was my first time. I tried to plan it so we would see places that were new to him , as they would all be
    new to me. I pleased but somewhat surprised to find out that he had not been to the Lorvre in Paris our first stop. After a wonderful day at this amazing place it hit me! Honey! I know why your Mom never took you there! They show Boobies!

  2. Some Random Kid: Hey Amanda, why are there so many pictures of naked people?

    Amanda (me): Cause wieners and titties are where it’s at. Word!!!

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