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In modern times, artists might be struggling with new technologies and the challenges brought by AI. Art has been with us for centuries, and even as it evolves, many artists draw inspiration from the oldest creations – like classical paintings – and reinterpret them, sometimes in the funniest ways.

‘Classical Damn’ memes are making a comeback on Bored Panda, and this time, they’re even funnier than ever. We couldn’t stop giggling while creating this list of the most recent memes shared by this Instagram creator, so waste no time and enjoy scrolling through the best ones we’ve selected for you today.

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    #3

    Classical painting humor with clever captions showing a missionary talking to Native Americans about worship and the Sun.

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    Lotekguy
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing speeds up religious conversion more effectively than Superior firepower.

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    #5

    Two young women in vintage clothing converse over books in a classical painting cleverly captioned by an Instagram creator.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As it happened, Rupert had already discovered boys ...

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    #6

    Woman in a classical painting sweeping the floor, humorously captioned about a toxic cleaning trait by Instagram creator.

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    UnclePanda
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Living with assorted roommates over the years, I've come to the conclusion that everybody has issues with dishes, the sink, and/or the dishwasher.

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    #8

    Classical painting cleverly captioned showing a woman hugging a monstrous figure labeled my cat with loving text.

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    Reemerger
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I crave violence, mother!... also, why is my bowl empty?"

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    #9

    Classical painting of a mermaid captioned with humorous reasons girls want to be mermaids, featured by Instagram creator.

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    Zig Zag Wanderer
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    3 days ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, pixelate that nîpple BP! We don't want our passion to be inflamed!

    Giles McArdell
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I accidentally saw an ankle earlier, so I've already got a full on chubby!

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    ️Rando Panda
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The pixelation is above her n****e. For crying out loud, what are they censoring that's more scandalous than a nip?

    Grumpy old man
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Her name was Muriel and Waterhouse was cheating with her

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    Arabiata Arabiata
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    1 day ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I demand that her nose be pixellated instead of the nipples, as I find the image of her nose disturbing.

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    #10

    Classical painting of a woman reading a book with a humorous modern caption about writers and AI usage.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A national vote agreed with them. Of course , that was before 1920 ...

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    #13

    Surreal classical painting depicting a house with an elderly woman’s face, cleverly captioned for Instagram humor.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Serves her right for cutting her daughter's legs off at the knee

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    #14

    Woman in vintage dress kneeling on rug, man seated smoking pipe, classical painting with clever Instagram caption.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pirate princess? Might work. "Princesses of the Caribbean" ... nah, maybe not.

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    #15

    Classical painting of a Victorian couple in a carriage captioned with a humorous modern relationship meme by Instagram creator.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "So, Debbie, what made you first fall in love with the millionaire Paul Daniels?"

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    #16

    Classical painting with a woman and soldier humorously captioned by a beloved Instagram creator with clever dialogue.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why do we say "they slept together" when sleeping had absolutely nothing to do with it?

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    #17

    Classical paintings cleverly captioned with humorous November cold and flu season scenes featuring Mona Lisa.

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    Lotekguy
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    November is the worst month for falling in love. You wind up having to come up with a great Christmas present for someone you barely know.

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    #18

    Classical painting of four women tossing a man in the air, cleverly captioned to reflect mental and physical health humor.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When they go for extra height you just know that they're going to whip the blanket away as you reach the top

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    #20

    Classical painting of an elderly man trimming a quill pen, humorously captioned about French pronunciation quirks.

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    Reemerger
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Welsh peering over, just thinking "Amateurs..."

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    #23

    Classical painting of a mother and daughter with clever captions, showcasing humor by a beloved Instagram creator.

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    Paul C.
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Funnier, I think, is if she says "I just wanted a back rub."

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    #24

    Classical painting of a train wreck on a bridge captioned with a humorous modern text about life being off track.

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    Marianne
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not to be petty, but in this image, clearly nothing is on track.

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    #25

    Side-by-side comparison of a classical painting 'The E*****y of St. Teresa' and a photo of Lindsay Lohan asleep after partying.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    E*****y may have been involved in both cases ...

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    #28

    Photo of a cat next to a classical painting cleverly captioned, showcasing humorous comparisons from Instagram creator.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Alternatively, Chippendale was on some serious hásh when he sketched his early plans for that table

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    #30

    Two women in classical paintings with clever Instagram captions discussing relationship advice and break up.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Although tbh if you've got as far as asking friends for advice, you've realised that things need some sort of a change

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    #33

    Classical painting humorously captioned showing chaos at a temple, part of classical paintings cleverly captioned by Instagram creator.

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    UnclePanda
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I think of my body as a temple. Or at least a relatively well-managed Presbyterian youth center." ~ Emo Philips

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    #34

    Medieval cat armour on display, showcasing clever historical design featured in classical paintings captions.

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    Janissary35680
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is actually something that Tom ordered from the Acme catalog after Wile E. pointed it out to him. Tom's serious about taking out Jerry this time and then he's going after Spike once and for all.

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    #35

    Classical painting of a woman alone at a table in a dimly lit room, captioned with a witty anxiety-related quote.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For certain persons, however, the bar of self-awareness is set particularly high

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    #37

    Classical painting of two men dueling with swords, cleverly captioned in a humorous style by a popular Instagram creator.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It does seem that an email would not have sufficed

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    #38

    Classical painting cleverly captioned showing Jesus with the French flag and a crying girl in a humorous scene.

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    SchadenFreudian Psychology
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Universal healthcare….good labour laws….great food….beautiful language….wine….art….fashion. I’m not seeing the punishment yet. 🤷🏻‍♀️

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    #39

    Marble classical sculpture with clever caption showing an emotional moment, featured in classical paintings captioned series.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "If you hadn't parked your car there, I wouldn't have hit it, so the collision is your fault" - Classical version

    #41

    Classical painting of Rumi with a modern humorous caption reflecting on relationships and therapy by an Instagram creator.

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    Lotekguy
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll take the second option; hold the therapist.

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    #42

    Classical painting of Jesus and a man in water with humorous captions from a clever Instagram creator.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought it was wing-foiling but never mind ...

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    #44

    Classical painting of two people in bed with humorous captions by a beloved Instagram creator.

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    Lotekguy
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Morning-after sobriety can have that effect.

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    #45

    Classical painting cleverly captioned with humorous dialogue about avoiding people, shared by a popular Instagram creator.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds fair enough; while you're avoiding people, they don't have to work so hard at avoiding you

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    #48

    Close-up of a classical painting showing a somber face with a humorous caption, part of classical paintings cleverly captioned.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Welcome to the human race. Unfortunately, it's a marathon and you're wearing wellington boots

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    #51

    Classical painting of a monk holding a glass, humorously captioned in clever classical paintings by Instagram creator.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, the days are long at the monastery, and all the other options are not permitted

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    #53

    Classical painting humor with British couple in bed, cleverly captioned for entertaining Instagram art memes.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is , in fact, why we need all those immigrants - to keep the numbers up

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    #54

    Classical painting humor with clever captions showing a man and woman in vintage attire having a witty conversation.

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    Awenpotato
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's a very impressive painting, the satins especially

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    #56

    Classical painting of a pensive man captioned with a modern humorous reflection, blending art and clever Instagram captions.

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    Andrew Keir
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get out there and practise more, maybe ?