Wind, Edgar
Art and Anarchy
- ISBN 13:
- 9780810106628
- author:
- Wind, Edgar
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Northwestern University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1985
- Pages:
- 160
- Genre:
- History Of Art / Art & Design Styles
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Art and Anarchy by Edgar Wind explores how the modern view of art has been shaped by various forces. From mechanization to connoisseurship, Wind examines the factors that have influenced our understanding of art, including its history in painting, literature, music, and the plastic arts. Wind surveys a wide range of topics from the Renaissance to modern times, discussing the impact of these forces on our perception of art. This thought-provoking book offers insights into the complex relationships between art, society, and individuality. Published in 1985, Art and Anarchy is a collection of Wind's influential Reith Lectures, offering a unique perspective on the role of art in shaping our world.