Theory of art Books

An exploration of the intersections between art, music, and nature, bringing together essays by artist and pastor David Swing and musicologist Mary E. Pratt. Through poetic prose and insightful commentary, Swing and Pratt offer a new perspective on the...

This address by Richard Redgrave examines the theoretical basis for teaching design principles, arguing that it is an essential part of any design education. Redgrave explores the relationship between principles and creativity, discussing how both...

The problem of the comical is one of the most interesting issues in aesthetics. Its significance extends well beyond the sphere of aesthetic studies and has at­ tracted the attention of the scholars working in other fields such...

In At the Edges of Vision, Renée van de Vall re-examines the aesthetics of spectatorship in terms of new-media art and visual culture. The aesthetic experience of visual art has traditionally been described in terms of the distanced contemplation and...

Gómez-Peña Unplugged is an anthology of recent and rewritten classic writings from Guillermo Gómez-Peña, a figure who stands alone as unique and ground-breaking in the history of performance art and as the artistic director of transdisciplinary...

This collection of interdisciplinary essays examines current cinematic and media landscapes from the perspective of transnational feminist practices and methodologies. Focusing on film, media art, and video essays, the contributors chart innovative...

When God died, art was born. With Christ's crucifixion, resurrection, and ascension, the human imagination began to be remade. In Bezalel's Body: The Death of God and the Birth of Art, Harvard-trained art historian Katie Kresser locates the historical...

“Laurus Nobilis” is an 1909 collection of essays on the subject of aestheticism written by Vernon Lee. Contents include: "The Use of Beauty”, “'Nisi Citharam'”, “Higher Harmonies”, “Beauty and Sanity”, “The Art and the Country Tuscan Notes”, “Art and...

Renowned art critic and historian John Ruskin offers a unique and engaging approach to art education in this seminal work from the 19th century. By studying and critiquing a variety of artistic examples, from Greek pottery to Gothic architecture, Ruskin...

This collection of essays by one of the leading art critics of the 19th century is a must-read for anyone interested in art and aesthetics. Ruskin's keen eye and eloquent prose bring to life the works of masters such as Turner and Michelangelo, while his...

In diesem Buch wird der Naturalismus in der modernen Kunst aus psychologischer Perspektive untersucht. Der Autor Leo Berg analysiert die Begriffe Realismus, Naturalismus und Idealismus in der Kunst und deren Auswirkungen auf die menschliche Wahrnehmung...

This work by John Ruskin explores the connections between art and nature. Ruskin uses observations of plants and animals to analyze the principles of design that artists use to create their works. He also delves into the ethical responsibilities of...

In diesem Buch legt August Schmarsow die Grundbegriffe der Kunstwissenschaft dar. Dabei geht er nicht nur auf die wichtigsten stilistischen Merkmale und Entwicklungen ein, sondern beleuchtet auch die Rolle der Kunst in der Gesellschaft. Das Buch ist...

Daniel Halévy brosse le portrait de quelques-uns des plus grands artistes de son époque, tels que Gauguin, Van Gogh et Cézanne. Il explore leurs techniques, leur style et leur vie, tout en offrant un aperçu fascinant du monde de l'art à la fin du XIXe...

Ce catalogue décrit les manuscrits de la bibliothèque de Poitiers, en France, avec une attention particulière pour les manuscrits médiévaux. Les descriptions sont très détaillées et incluent des informations sur la provenance des manuscrits, les scribes...

Tre classici dell'arte italiana raccolti in un unico volume, questa opera è un must per gli appassionati d'arte e gli studiosi. Alberti e Bartoli sono titani dell'arte rinascimentale, e i loro scritti hanno influenzato la teoria e la pratica dell'arte...

This book reprints the critical essays of esteemed art historian Baruch D. Kirschenbaum (1931-2024), who taught art history at the Rhode Island School of Design from 1962 to 2001, including terms as head of the Art History department and chair/dean of...

First Published in 2001. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

ఇది 12 భాగాల మలిదశ తెలంగాణ ఉద్యమ సాహిత్యం. మలిదశ తెలంగాణ ఉద్యమంలో భాగంగా తెలంగాణ రాష్ట్ర ఆవిర్భావం కోసం నేను వ్రాసిన పుస్తకములను అన్నింటిని కలిపి సమగ్ర సాహిత్యంగా తీసుక రావాలని గత ఏడు ఎనిమిది సంవత్సరాలుగా అనుకుంటున్నాను. కానీ చాలా బద్ధకస్తున్ని నేను...

" Le p. Gralry a parlé dans les Sources de cet unique travail que l'oracle imposait à Socrate dans sa prison, pendant les quelques jours qui le séparaient de la mort, lorsqu'il lui dit ce mot que nous ne savons pas traduire : Ne faites plus que de la...

Someone once remarked that you can't be inspired in a vacuum. You need outside factors to aid ignite the process. The Greeks had Muses, spirits, and goddesses who inspired the production of the arts. Claude Monet had his haystacks. Everyone, great and...

"... Nietzsche d'abord est le plus proche de nous. Quelques-uns d'entre nous peuvent encore le revoir en personne à travers ses ouvrages et retrouver dans ses écrits l'accent avec le timbre, - musical, dit-on, - de sa voix. Et parce qu'il fut notre...

"... Music is the food of love, la musique est l'aliment de l'amour, a dit Shakspeare. Langue que pour l'amour inventa le génie, a dit Musset. Avec moins de poésie et plus de finesse, Berlioz a remarqué que, si l'amour ne pouvait donner aucune idée dis...

" En 1524 selon le témoignage déjà ancien de l'abbé Baini, en 1526 d'après les plus récentes recherches du docteur Haberl, Clément VII étant pape et Charles-Quint empereur, naquit à Palestrina, au pied des montagnes de Sabine, l'enfant qui devait faire...

"...On comprend qu'au spectacle du monde physique, intellectuel et moral les philosophes aient conçu l'idée de l'évolution, et qu'ils aient dit: le changement est la loi. La nature extérieure, l'esprit et le cœur humain sont dans un perpétuel devenir ;...

Examines experimental art and literature by women alongside psychoanalysis and philosophy to develop a new understanding of sublimation and aesthetic experience.

Dans Une campagne contre le naturalisme, Ferdinand Loise s'oppose au mouvement artistique du naturalisme qui s'est développé en France dans la seconde moitié du XIXe siècle. Selon lui, ce mouvement serait trop réaliste et manquerait d'esthétisme. Loise...

Alfred Stevens était un peintre belge du XIXe siècle, réputé pour ses scènes intimes et élégantes. Dans Impressions sur la peinture, Stevens donne des conseils et des réflexions sur l'art de la peinture et aborde des thématiques telles que la gestion des...

Originally delivered as lectures by the esteemed American painter William Morris Hunt, this second series offers a unique and insightful perspective on the world of art. Hunt's erudite and engaging talks cover a wide range of topics, from the techniques...

In diesem Buch präsentiert Karl Wyneken seine Forschung zum Aufbau der Form in der Kunst und Natur. Er legt einen besonderen Schwerpunkt auf den Kanon der schönen Form und gibt Einblicke in die Prinzipien, die für die Schaffung von ästhetischen...

Gli Scritti Liberisti di Sebastiano Timpanaro sono un contributo significativo alla storia dell'arte. In questo libro, Timpanaro esplora le radici libertarie dell'estetica moderna e le sue implicazioni per la critica d'arte. Gli scritti sollecitano una...

Ce livre est une analyse détaillée de l'art de la peinture et de la sculpture lors des salons entre 1868 et 1877. L'auteur, un critique d'art renommé, explore les différents courants artistiques ainsi que les oeuvres les plus marquantes de cette période...

Ce livre est une analyse critique de l'exposition des beaux-arts du Salon de 1845. Il offre des informations sur les artistes et leurs œuvres qui ont été exposées à cette exposition.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important,...

This insightful guide explores the principles of aesthetics in visual art, providing readers with a sophisticated understanding of the use of line and color in painting, sculpture, and architecture. Featuring detailed illustrations and examples, this...

A collection of letters and essays by the British painter and art critic Arthur Atkins (1843-1921), published in 1888. The book includes extracts from Atkins's correspondence with fellow artists and patrons, as well as his own reflections on various...

In this delightful collection of essays, poems, and songs, Charles Swain celebrates the beauty and creativity of art and fashion. With a lively style and keen eye for detail, Swain explores the world of fashion design, critiques contemporary art, and...

In this groundbreaking work, William McKendree Bryant explores the philosophy and aesthetics of landscape painting. Drawing on his vast knowledge of art history and philosophy, Bryant offers a comprehensive analysis of the principles and techniques of...

In diesem Buch werden literarische Zusätze zur Allgemeinen Theorie der schönen Künste von Johann Georg Sulzer gegeben. Es ist der dritte und letzte Band und behandelt einzelne Kunstwörter in alphabetischer Ordnung, die in Sulzers Werk nicht behandelt...

Esta obra es una lista exhaustiva de grabados europeos, organizados por artista y escuela, y es una referencia valiosa para coleccionistas y académicos.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge...

This book provides valuable insights into the role of art in the modern state. Examining various interactions between the arts, including literature, design, painting, and public sculpture. This work has a particular focus on European art history and...

This volume offers a series of lectures by Arthur Jerome Eddy, an American art critic and collector who lived during the late 19th and early 20th century. Eddy discourses on his love for art and offers insights into the artistic process. He provides a...

This book is a unique and insightful dialogue between two artists from different cultural backgrounds on the meaning and purpose of decorative art. The book offers a fresh perspective on the nature of art, the role of tradition, and the value of...

A classic work of art criticism from one of the leading authorities on Byzantine art and architecture. This collection of essays offers a penetrating analysis of the aesthetic purpose of Byzantine architecture, as well as insightful commentary on topics...

Ce livre est un catalogue du Salon de 1857, qui était un événement majeur dans le monde de l'art en France. Le Salon présentait les œuvres des artistes les plus renommés de l'époque, tels que Gustave Courbet, Jean-François Millet et Édouard Manet. Le...

In this thought-provoking lecture, William Archer argues that art has a vital role to play in shaping the social, political, and economic landscape of modern society. Drawing on a wide range of examples from literature, painting, sculpture, and...

What do glitches reveal about the normally invisible processes behind our interpretations?            Glitches and Glitch Art illuminate the unseen assumptions, ideology of dialectical thinking, and...