It’s a proven fact that art has a profound effect on our emotions. A study by the University of Arizona found that looking at artwork increases positive emotions and reduces negative ones.

So why not take advantage of this? After all, a little pick-me-up never hurt anyone. 

For this one, we’re gazing upon the “Classical Sarcasm” project that combines, you guessed it, classical art and sarcastic humor. These two things weirdly complement each other and result in many hilarious jokes that perfectly capture the modern human condition. To find them, all you have to do is scroll down and enjoy!

While you're at it, don't forget to check out a conversation with art historian Jennifer Dasal, who kindly talked with us more about classic art memes.

#1

Two women in a classical painting exchange witty remarks; a relatable meme masterpiece.

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    #2

    Medieval knights depicting relatable meme: two types of drunk.

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    #3

    Classical art depicts a humorous, relatable meme about loneliness with two men conversing in an office.

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    #4

    A classical painting with humorous dialogue added, creating a relatable meme.

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    #5

    A couple in a classical painting with text that became a relatable meme, featuring witty dialogue.

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    #6

    Classical painting with humorous text overlay, transforming it into a relatable meme.

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    #7

    A classical painting with text overlay, humorously making it a relatable meme.

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    #8

    Classic painting transformed into a relatable meme about AI-generated sweet talk, seen on Instagram.

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    #9

    Classical painting with added text messages creating a relatable meme on an Instagram page.

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    #10

    Classical artwork with text overlay: "How are you so beautiful? Instagram filters." Relatable meme masterpiece.

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    #11

    Painting of a medieval couple with humorous text overlay, creating a relatable meme.

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    #12

    A classic painting turned humorous meme with a couple, text overlay reads “I love you” and “Don't worry, it will pass.”

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    #13

    Mona Lisa painting turned into a relatable meme for December, with a blanket and tissues.

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    #14

    Classical artwork adapted into a meme with text about ignoring toxicity, highlighting relatable humor.

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    #15

    Classical art with text overlays; a man says "We done," a woman responds "We never started."

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    #17

    A classical painting transformed into a relatable meme with humorous text exchange between two figures.

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    #19

    A couple in historical attire sits on a bench with text overlay, humorously discussing relatable sleep fantasies.

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    #20

    A classic painting turned relatable meme with a mother and child, featuring humorous text exchange for comedic effect.

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    #21

    Two women in vintage dresses, with text about standards and enjoying solitude; part of relatable meme masterpieces.

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    #22

    Classic painting with relatable meme text about people assuming similarities across cultures.

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    #23

    Classical painting turned into a relatable meme with humorous text dialogue between a man and a woman.

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    #24

    Classic artwork meme with a man asking a woman's age, she humorously deflects by sharing her email instead.

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    #25

    Classic painting of a couple in a boat with relatable meme text about soulmates.

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    #26

    Two women from a classic painting captioned with a relatable meme about relationships on an Instagram page.

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    #27

    Classic art turned into a relatable meme with two women, one saying "You look tired," the other replying, "I'm just ugly."

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    #28

    Two girls in a classical artwork, text reads: "He's a red flag" and "But red is my favourite color," turning art into a relatable meme.

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    #29

    Classical painting with text turned into a relatable meme showing modern conversation.

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    #30

    Historic artwork transformed into a relatable meme, depicting a humorous conversation between a man and a woman.

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    #31

    A classical painting meme with a woman falling asleep and a man falling in love, highlighting relatable humor.

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    #32

    Painting of a medieval couple with meme text overlay, combining classic art with relatable humor on an IG page.

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    #33

    Couple in a classical painting with text overlay, creating a relatable meme about love and splitting rent.

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    #34

    Vintage painting with text overlay becoming a relatable meme about unreciprocated love.

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    #35

    Old woman in a painting humorously captioned to depict relatable meme about life in your 20s.

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    #36

    Victorian painting turned meme; man leans in to talk to a woman in a train compartment.

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