Perspectives on Art
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According to Erwin Panofsky, what is art?

  • A man-made object demanding to be experienced aesthetically (correct)
  • The power to produce a preconceived result
  • A skilled performance in any activity
  • An expression of intention or talent
  • According to Benedetto Croce, what is art?

  • An expression of intention or talent (correct)
  • A man-made object demanding to be experienced aesthetically
  • A skilled performance in any activity
  • The power to produce a preconceived result
  • According to James Jarett, what is art?

  • An expression of intention or talent
  • A skilled performance in any activity (correct)
  • The power to produce a preconceived result
  • A man-made object demanding to be experienced aesthetically
  • According to Romans and Greeks, what is art?

    <p>The power to produce a preconceived result</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Suzanne Langer, what does art do?

    <p>Expresses human nature and sensibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Definitions of Art by Key Thinkers

    • Erwin Panofsky defines art as a combination of aesthetic and historical components that reflect the culture and intellectual context of the time it was created.
    • Benedetto Croce emphasizes that art is a subjective expression of emotions, highlighting the role of individual perception in the creation and appreciation of art.
    • James Jarett views art as a medium of communication that transcends mere representation, focusing on the underlying ideas and emotions conveyed through artistic forms.
    • The Greeks and Romans perceived art as a reflection of reality, with an emphasis on beauty, proportion, and harmony, integrating it with broader philosophical and moral concepts.
    • Suzanne Langer argues that art serves to express and evoke emotions, acting as a means of communication that reveals the complexities of human experience and feeling.

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    Test your knowledge of different perspectives on art with this quiz! Explore quotes from influential thinkers like Erwin Panofsky, Benedetto Croce, James Jarett, and more. Challenge yourself to understand and analyze these diverse viewpoints on what art truly is.

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