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Art for Art's Sake

Art for Art's Sake

Van Dyke, John C.

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral ArtPhotographers

ISBN10: 1163210358
ISBN13: 9781163210352
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 312
Weight: 1.38
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Art for Art's Sake is a book written by John C. Van Dyke. It is a comprehensive guide to the world of art, exploring the meaning and purpose of art throughout history. The book delves into the philosophy behind art, examining the relationship between art and society, and the role that art has played in shaping culture. It also explores the different styles and movements of art, from the Renaissance to modern art, and provides insights into the works of famous artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Vincent van Gogh. The book is written in an accessible and engaging style, making it an ideal read for anyone interested in art or looking to deepen their understanding of the subject.1914. Seven university lectures on the technical beauties of painting. The lectures included in this volume were delivered to students of Princeton College, Columbia College and Rutgers College. Van Dyke writes that modern painting is so largely a matter of taste that no one, not even an artist, is allowed to dogmatize about it, or lay down arbitrary rules for its production. Sometimes a candid statement of one�������s view or preference helps others to a better understanding or a keener enjoyment, which is his intent with the publication of this book. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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