Past And Present In Art And Taste: Selected Essays
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Author: Francis Haskell
Binding: Hardback
Published: Yale University Press, 1987
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Francis Haskell's Past And Present In Art And Taste: Selected Essays presents a compelling collection of critical writings from a renowned art historian. This volume chronicles the intricate relationship between artistic creation and the shifting currents of aesthetic preference throughout history. Haskell's insightful analyses uncover how societal values and individual perceptions shape the reception and interpretation of art across various epochs. The essays collectively illustrate the dynamic interplay between historical context and contemporary appreciation, offering a profound understanding of art's enduring legacy. This scholarly work is essential reading for anyone interested in the evolution of taste and the intellectual history of art.
Author: Francis Haskell
Binding: Hardback
Published: Yale University Press, 1987
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Francis Haskell's Past And Present In Art And Taste: Selected Essays presents a compelling collection of critical writings from a renowned art historian. This volume chronicles the intricate relationship between artistic creation and the shifting currents of aesthetic preference throughout history. Haskell's insightful analyses uncover how societal values and individual perceptions shape the reception and interpretation of art across various epochs. The essays collectively illustrate the dynamic interplay between historical context and contemporary appreciation, offering a profound understanding of art's enduring legacy. This scholarly work is essential reading for anyone interested in the evolution of taste and the intellectual history of art.