Arthur C. Danto
What Art Is
- ISBN 13:
- 9780300205718
- author:
- Arthur C. Danto
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Yale University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 19.9 x 13 x 1.3 cm
- Genre:
- Art, Architecture & Photography, Styles & Movements,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
What Art Is by Arthur C. Danto is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of art. Renowned author and critic Danto challenges the idea that art is an indefinable concept, instead arguing that it is defined by meaning, embodiment, and interpretation. Danto's argument is grounded in philosophy and art history, drawing on the work of thinkers such as Descartes, Kant, and Hegel, as well as artists from Michelangelo to Duchamp. He examines how our understanding of art has evolved over time, from Plato's definition in The Republic to the innovations of perspective, chiaroscuro, and physiognomy. Through a fascinating discussion of Andy Warhol's famous shipping cartons, Danto illustrates the complex relationship between art and interpretation. This book offers a fresh perspective on the nature of art, making it an engaging read for anyone interested in philosophy, art, or aesthetics.
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