As for the last 150 years changed ideas about "ideal male body"

• How do ideas about "ideal male body" of the last 150 years

Each of us has his own idea of ​​the perfect body. It depends on fashion trends, changes in the culture and even the availability of food.

Artist Nicholas Lamm (Nickolay Lamm) has decided to systematize the knowledge of how the ideal man appearance has changed over time. To this end, he collected photos of those Americans who are considered "perfect people" in each decade since 1870. And then I created their sculptural 3D-model.

For example, in the late 19th century in the United States was considered ideal so-called "daddy's body" (Dad-bod). The presence of a large waist and chubby cheeks are a sign of wealth and social well-being. Take a look at how drastically changed views on the "perfect male body" of the last 150 years.

1870s: Before food is readily accessible to all, obesity is a sign of wealth.

In 1866, in the state of Connecticut it was founded "Club fatties", which has become quite popular and has spread throughout the United States. To enter into it, you must weigh at least 90 kilograms. Here is a picture of members of the club from 1894.

1930: In the 30s it was easier to find food, so Hollywood actors to create a harmonious ideal.

The actor Cary Grant typical ideal form of the body at that time.

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1960: In the 60 years the Americans showed fatigue from the corporate mainstream.

They rebelled, grow long hair, taking drugs, and do not engage in physical exercise.

1980: In the 80 years have become popular health clubs and gyms.

Bodybuilding gained weight.

1990: The 90th hypermasculinity popularity decreased significantly.

Brad Pitt in "Fight Club" represents the perfect body 90s.

After the 80-ies of the people no longer want to take the time to become a bodybuilder. This continues in the 21 th century - wherein the ideals similar to 90s.

In 2012, researchers from the Neuroscience Institute used the software 3D-visualization, to evaluate their preferences for the bodies of men and women.

For both sexes the ideal become slender and muscular body. So, in contrast to the 1870s, the beer belly is no longer a sign of the "perfect body."