The Relation of Art to Nature, by John W. Beatty
Title | The Relation of Art to Nature, by John W. Beatty PDF eBook |
Author | Frederic Warde |
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Pages | 4 |
Release | 1922* |
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The Relation of Art to Nature
Title | The Relation of Art to Nature PDF eBook |
Author | John W. Beatty |
Publisher | Createspace Independent Publishing Platform |
Pages | 68 |
Release | 2016-11-11 |
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ISBN | 9781540337535 |
In his very convincing and lucid treatise on the fundamental principles of art, John W. Beatty gives us a most absorbing theme to follow-the relation of art to nature, as expressed in their own words by artists themselves, of different times and creeds; with, too, the opinions of philosophers and men of letters.
The Relation of Art to Nature
Title | The Relation of Art to Nature PDF eBook |
Author | John Wesley Beatty |
Publisher | |
Pages | 108 |
Release | 1922 |
Genre | Art |
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The Relation of Art to Nature
Title | The Relation of Art to Nature PDF eBook |
Author | John W. Beatty |
Publisher | DigiCat |
Pages | 59 |
Release | 2022-06-02 |
Genre | Nature |
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The purpose of writing this work was to establish a basis for the view that the art of the painter and sculptor is imitative, not innovative. He claims that all art stems from nature, and those who are the most genius painters or sculptors are the ones who can best imitate nature. This treatise contains insightful opinions on the relation of art to nature, expressed by artists famous artists themselves. These are some well-celebrated personalities in painting and sculpture-making from different times and principles. The author includes the opinions of philosophers and intellectuals also. The Relation of Art to Nature is well-written by painter John W. Beatty who created the Carnegie Museum of Art in Pittsburgh. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand why the art museum was set up the way it is. Contents include: Argument The Artist and His Purpose Ancient Conceptions of Art Evidence of Painters and Sculptors Opinions of Philosophers and Writers Symmetry Conclusion
Art and Archaeology
Title | Art and Archaeology PDF eBook |
Author | |
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Pages | 310 |
Release | 1923 |
Genre | Archaeology |
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Magazine of Art
Title | Magazine of Art PDF eBook |
Author | |
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Pages | 830 |
Release | 1923 |
Genre | Art |
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The Relation of Art to Nature
Title | The Relation of Art to Nature PDF eBook |
Author | John Wesley Beatty |
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Pages | 37 |
Release | 2020-02-28 |
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My purpose in writing this treatise is to establish, if this be found possible, a foundation for the belief that the art of the painter and sculptor is imitative, not creative; that the great masterpieces of art which have withstood the test of time rest firmly upon the supreme expression of character and beauty as these qualities are revealed in man and nature; that it is the mission of art to reveal and make plain these rare and lovely qualities. The truthful representation of these qualities constitutes a common factor which binds all great works together, a fact that is realized in every national gallery of art. I have chosen to base my argument not upon theory or opinion but upon the evidence of eminent painters and sculptors who have produced great works of art. Not many able artists have recorded their opinions touching the philosophy of art. On the other hand, writers in abundance have undertaken to define art. A few early and some modern philosophers have given profound thought to the subject and bequeathed to us their opinions. Painters and sculptors, with few exceptions, however, have confined their efforts to searching for, and revealing by their art, beauty and character. More is the pity, because opinion supported by achievement is always more valuable than judgment which rests solely upon theory or observation.