Art

After the End of Art

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In this book, taken from his A. W. Mellon Lecture in the Fine Arts, Danto comments on the current art scene and reconsiders his controversial idea that art essentially ended in the 1960s. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only.

Art Theory

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Explains why innovation and controversy are valued in the arts, bringing together philosophy, art theory, and many examples. This work discusses blood, beauty, culture, money, sex, web sites, and research on the brain`s role in perceiving art.

Calliope`s Sisters

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This book looks at the visual and performing arts of the world`s societies, examining such issues as the origin of art, the ultimate nature of art, and the theoretical basis of art`s role in human affairs.