Historical Analysis of Facial Expressions in Art from 18th Century to Contemporary Digital Platforms

An article by Pablo Halguera explores the historical lineage of facial contortionism in art, tracing its evolution from 18th-century practices to modern expressions on platforms like TikTok. The piece examines how exaggerated facial expressions have been utilized across different artistic periods, connecting historical precedents with contemporary digital culture. Published on New Art Examiner, the analysis situates these practices within broader art historical contexts, noting that conventional definitions of modern art typically begin in the late 1800s.