Nicki Minaj is Transformed into Classic Art

W magazine's November issue shows a very regal Nicki Minaj transformed in time, back to the 1700s.

For the cover shoot, the pop artist ditched her signature bling, exaggerated hair, and popping bright colors to become a royal courtesan. The photo spread depicts Minaj portraying various classical portraits of historical courtesans such as Madame de Pompadour and Marquise de ­Montespan.

Thanks to the Italian artist Francesco Vezzoli and stylist Edward Enniful, Minaj's image resembles the image of a portrait in time.

To see the magazine's full spread, look here!