Museum Bums

Drawing inspiration from the renowned Twitter account Museum Bums, this witty exploration of classical art, history, and the allure of the human form invites readers to discover fascinating insights with a touch of humor. What links Hieronymus Bosch, the Roman cult of Antinous, and the peach emoji? Naturally, the focus is on the artful depiction of backsides. Organized into six distinct categories, this engaging volume offers a global journey through the most exquisite and thoughtfully rendered posteriors in museum collections—from the detailed realism of Renaissance masterpieces to the bold abstraction of modern works. Scholars Mark Small and Jack Shoulder enrich the experience with insightful commentary, historical background, and entertaining captions that celebrate tasteful—and occasionally playful—representations of the human rear in art.