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A History of the Smile in Art
Happy World Smile Day ! Nowadays, displaying joy for a portrait or a photo is a must. But did you know that smiling has not always been well received in art history? Have you ever wondered why our museums are full of neutral, sinister expressions in portraits? Discover our content on smiles in art history on Art Explora Academy!
Why people never smiled in old photos
3:19 By: Vox Media

Early portraits looked pretty grim. A lot of old photos from the 19th and early 20th century are fraught with doom and gloom— and on the occasion the literal dead face.

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To learn more about the birth of photography in the 19th century, click here!

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Why people never smiled in old photos
By: Vox Media