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Christian and Oriental Philosophy of Art,Used
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The late Ananda K. Coomaraswamy, curator of Indian art at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, uniquely combined art historian, philosopher, orientalist, linguist, and expositor in his person. His knowledge of the arts and handcrafts of the Orient was unexcelled and his numerous monographs on Oriental art either established or revolutionized entire fields. He was also a great Orientalist, with an almost unmatched understanding of traditional culture. He covered the philosophic and religious experience of the entire premodern world, east and west, and for him primitive, medieval European, and classical Indian experiences of truth and art were only different dialects in a common language.Finally, Coomaraswamy was a provocative writer, whose erudition was expressed in a delightful, aphoristic style. The nine essays in this book are among his most stimulating. They discuss such matters as the true function of aesthetics in art, the importance of symbolism, and the importance of intellectual and philosophical background to the artists; they demonstrate that abstract art and primitive art, despite superficial resemblances, are completely divergent; and they deal with the common philosophy which pervades all great art, the nature of medieval art, folklore, and modern art, the beauty inherent in mathematics, and the union of traditional symbolism and individual portraiture in premodern cultures.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Christian and Oriental Philosophy of Art'? A: The book explores the philosophical and religious experiences of art across various cultures, emphasizing the divergent nature of abstract and primitive art while highlighting a common philosophy that pervades all great art.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Ananda K. Coomaraswamy, a renowned curator of Indian art and a significant figure in the study of Oriental art.
- Q: What kind of essays are included in the book? A: The book contains nine essays that discuss aesthetics, symbolism in art, the background of artists, and the nature of various art forms, including medieval and modern art.
- Q: When was 'Christian and Oriental Philosophy of Art' published? A: The book was published on February 17, 2011.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 160 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in art philosophy? A: Yes, the engaging writing style and clear exploration of complex topics make it suitable for both beginners and those familiar with art philosophy.
- Q: What makes Coomaraswamy's writing style unique? A: Coomaraswamy's writing is noted for its erudition expressed in an aphoristic style, making complex ideas accessible and stimulating for readers.
- Q: Does the book discuss the relationship between mathematics and art? A: Yes, one of the essays addresses the beauty inherent in mathematics and its connection to art.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into the function of aesthetics in art, the significance of symbolism, and the philosophical backgrounds that influence artistic expression.