Harrison, Charles
Art in Theory, 1815-1900
- ISBN 13:
- 9780631200666
- author:
- Harrison, Charles
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wiley-Blackwell
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1998
- Pages:
- 1120
- Genre:
- Aesthetics
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Art in Theory 1815-1900 is a comprehensive collection of documents that explores the key ideas shaping art during the nineteenth century. Spanning over a hundred pages, this anthology brings together an extensive range of texts to provide a detailed understanding of the period's artistic theories. From Romanticism to the avant-garde movements, this collection covers a broad spectrum of artistic thought and practice. The editors have carefully curated a selection of primary sources, including essays, manifestos, and letters, to offer a nuanced insight into the intellectual and cultural context of the time. This anthology is an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the development of art theory during the nineteenth century.