40 Hilariously Relatable Classical Art Memes You’ll Laugh At Even If You Didn’t Major In Art History (August 16, 2023)

From the serious faces in old paintings to the intense scenes in famous artworks, classical art is getting a funny twist thanks to the world of memes. These funny memes add a playful touch to both famous paintings and our daily scroll through social media.

Picture this: a character from a famous painting rolling their eyes like they just heard the worst joke ever, or looking as stressed as we feel before a big meeting. These classical art memes are hitting the funny bone for everyone, not just art experts.

From dealing with Monday blues to surviving awkward small talk, these memes show that people from hundreds of years ago might have been more like us than we think, making old paintings feel new, fun, and super relatable.


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Nate Armbruster

Nate Armbruster is a stand-up comedian and writer based in Chicago who is likely writing a joke as you read this. Find him online at natecomedy.com.