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"The Sexuality of Christ in Renaissance Art"

"The Sexuality of Christ in Renaissance Art" explores how artists during the Renaissance depicted Jesus in ways that reflected complex ideas about sexuality, beauty, and divinity. This period saw a revival of classical themes, often merging spiritual and sensual elements. Artists such as Michelangelo and Botticelli portrayed Christ's human form with sensuality, emphasizing the connection between the divine and the corporeal. This work sparked discussions on the nature of Christ, humanity, and the intersection of sacred and profane love, revealing the era's shifting perspectives on sexuality and spirituality within the art of that time.