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Laocoon

Laocoon

Lessing, Gotthold Ephraim
Frothingham, Ellen

Hardcover

Art Criticism & TheoryArt HistoryLiterary Criticism

ISBN10: 1023545225
ISBN13: 9781023545228
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 176
Weight: 0.94
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

Gotthold Ephraim Lessing's Laocoon: An essay upon the limits of painting and poetry, with remarks illustrative of various points in the history of ancient art remains a cornerstone of aesthetics and art criticism. Lessing masterfully explores the boundaries between poetry and the visual arts, using the iconic Laocoön group sculpture as a central point of reference. This influential work delves into the distinctions between how different art forms represent beauty, expression, and narrative.

Examining the historical context of ancient art, Lessing's essay provides insightful analysis of artistic principles, particularly concerning the representation of emotion and the depiction of the Agesander sculpture, Laocoön. His profound observations have shaped the fields of literary theory and art history, prompting enduring discussions about the nature of artistic representation. Laocoon is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of aesthetics, the relationship between different artistic mediums, and the foundations of art criticism. This meticulously prepared print edition ensures the enduring relevance of Lessing's timeless work.

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