Art by Clive Bell
A Critical Essay
This influential work delves into the philosophy of aesthetics, proposing the theory of "significant form" as the essence of art. It argues that the emotional response elicited by art is due to the arrangement of lines, colors, and shapes, rather than the subject matter itself. The text challenges traditional views by suggesting that art's value lies in its ability to evoke a profound aesthetic emotion, independent of any representational content. Through a series of thought-provoking discussions, it invites readers to reconsider the criteria by which art is judged and appreciated.
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- Published
- 1914
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- English
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