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Classical painters of the past probably had no idea that their creations would serve as an inspiration for meme makers of today's world. So when the creator behind Classical Damn started adding hilarious modern-day captions to old masterpieces, it took the internet by storm.

Nowadays, there are over 2800 posts shared on the Classical Damn Instagram account, and the number is growing every day, with memes that fail to disappoint. Whether you are well acquainted with classical art or your knowledge ends at the Mona Lisa, we are sure you will find these mashups hysterical.

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Laura Mortensen
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9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People do this to me at work when I'm on lunch. I try to read my Kindle and eat, but they want to talk to me.

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In a previous interview with Bored Panda, the creator of Classical Damn shared his opinion on the appeal of these memes: "Even though the paintings are hundreds of years old, their expressions and captions make it seem they are one of us." 

The artist also shared that finding the right paintings “with accurate expressions and resolution is time-consuming," but that’s what it takes to create original content.

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    Cosmikid
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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "That wasn't 'worship', Man in tangly dress, we were just chatting with our bud!"

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    Classical Damn page is also contributing to art history as more and more people “started appreciating art after seeing them on their feeds and then trying to learn more about their backgrounds.”

    The creator shared his excitement: “Technology has made its interpretation and access inclusive. The future will be an exciting period for art and I'm looking forward to it."

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    There is no doubt that art plays a significant part in our lives, and we can only hope that creators like Classical Damn will continue to find more fun and unique ways to engage even broader audiences.

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    Jennik
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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tetsuya Noguchi has created some very funny Samurai pictures - it's worth checking them out.

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    Cosmikid
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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry about the myrrh... we know it's mostly for embalming, but.. keep it handy....

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    Cosmikid
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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    God, Harry, I'm so sorry I ever said I thought smoking looked manly...

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    Deborah B
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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm in my 40s, alone, with cat. I rate it as 10/10, would definately recommend.

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    8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The world will see if the answer changes to America in November.

    Cuppa tea?
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    8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are no further numbers between 1 and 2 (which is Murica). Evenk North Korea is further than Trumpetland.

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    Lotekguy
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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Before electricity, MRIs were wood-fueled, and most reliable for diagnosing pain tolerance.

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    Cosmikid
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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    His death mask shows he died still in the "wait.... I don't get it...' stage...

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    Cosmikid
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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The guys in top right are singing what they think is "close harmony"...

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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am, however, allergic, so I have been forced to live a cat-free life- this is my guinea pig Dinky- he cosplays cats..

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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Children of the Corn changed a little during the Blood Moon phase of the lunar cycle.

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    Cosmikid
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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My dear, we are Destined to be. Haven't you noticed? Our Noses.... they MATCH....

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    Cosmikid
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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And in our house, we lit our Cozy Candles - and drank Hot Chocolate...

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    censorshipsucks
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    8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    going to be the boring educational person. It's from italian. Umbro- means shadow. -ella shows it's small or something like that.

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    Joanne Earle
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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly I'm more concerned about that bird person thing with the nose ring.

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    Cosmikid
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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    THIS time, Krampus remembered to hold his tail up so it didn't get under the runners!

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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A common error, this is not a portrait of God, but an unauthorized image intended for the "Biography of Saint Moofy" painted by the infamous Leonardo da Winky...

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    Cosmikid
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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Danny! You've been in there long enough!! What are you DOING in there so long anyway??

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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    DAMMIT, Dolly- you have NO idea how hard it is not just STARE at your bare acreage!!

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    Tabitha
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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Him: You hate sex. Her: Oh no. I love sex. Just not with you.

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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I only have one of these burdens, and if you're not amused, it's the other one.

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