12 Questions
What did the word 'ars' mean in Medieval Latin?
Any special form of book learning
What did the word 'art' mean in the Ancient World?
Producing something useful using bare hands
When did the idea of aesthetics begin to unfold distinctly from technical workmanship?
17th Century
How did the concept of art evolve by the 18th century?
To distinguish between fine arts and useful arts
What does art embody according to the text?
Ideals and aspirations of culture
What was art defined as within the realm of functional crafts prior to the Renaissance?
'Producing something useful using bare hands
Art in the ancient world was solely related to creating items for everyday use.
True
During the Renaissance, the word 'art' regained its original meaning of craftsmanship.
False
In the 17th century, aesthetics began to be distinguished from technical workmanship.
True
In Medieval Latin, 'ars' referred to the study of beauty.
False
By the 18th century, the word 'art' was used to differentiate between fine arts and useful arts.
True
Contemporary art has always been practiced as fine art since ancient times.
False
Explore the evolution of the meaning of art from the ancient world to the Renaissance period. Discover how the concept of art transformed from simple handicrafts to encompass book learning and other specialized forms of skills.
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