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My first foray into Sexist Art History took a look at some sexist interpretations of Judith Leyster‘s 400-year-old The Proposal (pictured). Some historians saw the painting as “a powerful image of temptation and resistance.” I see it as “a rapey dude in a mustache and a fur hat who ain’t gettin’ anywhere.” What did you see, dear commenters?
kza says:
How is he rapey? Just becase he got turned down? Many women have declined my offers for money in exchange for sex but I never raped any of them. Stop being racist against johns!
Amanda Hess says:
Racist?
mdesus says:
can’t a girl just be coy anymore?
kza says:
Yes. The race of guys who go ‘hookin. We’re a different breed. Don’t player hate on us.
Dave says:
Can’t a guy buy some needlepoint in a dingy pub anymore?