Most people find these artworks unembellished and not very eye-pleasing.

Nevertheless, I have chosen these

artworks because of their symbolic meaning. They may appear simple, but the messages they convey are much more
profound and mind-blowing.

For instance, take the artwork "Cimon and Pero" by Peter Paul Rubens. Many people may initially perceive it as
erotic, yet if one understands the meaning behind it, they will be shocked, just as I was when I first learned about it.
This painting actually portrays the theme of unconditional love between a daughter and her father.

Overall, I have selected these artworks because of the symbolic meanings they attempt to convey to people. They
deliver messages that touch one's heart, and they represent art with depth and purpose that can leave someone's
mind baffled as they contemplate what's happening behind the picture. The artists truly succeed in conveying their
messages to the audience through their work.
Cimon and Pero (Roman Charity) 1630
by Peter Paul Rubens
https://useum.org/artwork/Cimon-and-Pero-Roman-Charity-Peter-Paul-Rubens-1630

Cupid and Psyche 1907

by Edvard Munch
https://useum.org/artwork/Cupid-and-Psyche-Edvard-Munch-1907

The Triple Portrait 2011

by Noel Bensted
https://useum.org/artwork/The-Triple-Portrait-Noel-Bensted-2011

The Kiss 1897

by Edvard Munch
https://useum.org/artwork/The-Kiss-Edvard-Munch-1897

The Fall of Man 1592

by Cornelis Cornelisz. van Haarlem
https://useum.org/artwork/The-Fall-of-Man-Cornelis-Cornelisz-van-Haarlem-1592