Patterns Of Intention: On The Historical Explanation Of Pictures
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Michael Baxandall
Binding: Paperback
Published: Yale University Press., 1986
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This seminal work, Patterns Of Intention: On The Historical Explanation Of Pictures, presents a rigorous examination of how historical context shapes our understanding and interpretation of visual art. Michael Baxandall argues for a nuanced approach to art history, illustrating the intricate relationship between an artwork's creation and its cultural environment. The text uncovers the methodologies for discerning the intentions behind artistic production, moving beyond mere aesthetic appreciation to a deeper intellectual engagement. It chronicles the evolution of art historical thought, offering critical insights into the frameworks through which we perceive and explain pictures. This academic treatise provides an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts seeking a profound comprehension of art's historical dimensions.
Author: Michael Baxandall
Binding: Paperback
Published: Yale University Press., 1986
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This seminal work, Patterns Of Intention: On The Historical Explanation Of Pictures, presents a rigorous examination of how historical context shapes our understanding and interpretation of visual art. Michael Baxandall argues for a nuanced approach to art history, illustrating the intricate relationship between an artwork's creation and its cultural environment. The text uncovers the methodologies for discerning the intentions behind artistic production, moving beyond mere aesthetic appreciation to a deeper intellectual engagement. It chronicles the evolution of art historical thought, offering critical insights into the frameworks through which we perceive and explain pictures. This academic treatise provides an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts seeking a profound comprehension of art's historical dimensions.