What restrictions were placed on artists under Nazi control?

Under Nazi control, only Nazi-approved images of Aryan culture were allowed. This policy stemmed from the regime's belief in the superiority of the Aryan race and its desire to promote a specific, idealized version of German identity. Art was seen as a powerful tool for propaganda, and artists were expected to create works that glorified the Nazi ideology, including themes of heroism, traditional values, and the beauty of Aryan ideals.

The regime actively suppressed any artistic expressions that did not conform to these ideals, viewing modernism, abstract art, and anything depicting cultural diversity or criticism of the state as degenerate. This control over artistic expression was part of a broader effort to enforce conformity and eliminate dissent within Germany, significantly impacting the cultural landscape of the time. Artists who did not adhere to these regulations faced censorship, persecution, or expulsion from the artistic community.