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The Discovery Of The Art Of The Insane
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This Pioneering Work, The First History Of The Art Of The Insane, Scrutinizes Changes In Attitudes Toward The Art Of The Mentally Ill From A Time When It Was Either Ignored Or Ridiculed, Through The Era When Major Figures In The Art World Discovered The Extraordinary Power Of Visual Statements By Psychotic Artists Such As Adolf Wlfli And Richard Dadd. John Macgregor Draws On His Dual Training In Art History And In Psychiatry And Psychoanalysis To Describe Not Only This Evolution In Attitudes But Also The Significant Influence Of The Art Of The Mentally Ill On The Development Of Modern Art As A Whole. His Detailed Narrative, With Its Strangely Beautiful Illustrations, Introduces Us To A Fascinating Group Of People That Includes The Psychotic Artists, Both Trained And Untrained, And The Psychiatrists, Psychoanalysts, Critics, And Art Historians Who Encountered Their Work.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Discovery of the Art of the Insane' about? A: 'The Discovery of the Art of the Insane' explores the historical evolution of attitudes towards art created by mentally ill individuals, highlighting influential psychotic artists and their impact on modern art.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by John M. MacGregor, who is trained in both art history and psychiatry.
- Q: What type of book is this? A: This book is categorized as a history book, focusing on the intersection of art and mental health.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 416 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is in good condition.
- Q: When was the book published? A: The book was published on November 17, 1992.
- Q: What are some features of this book? A: The book features a detailed narrative and includes illustrations that enhance the understanding of the art of the mentally ill.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for art history students? A: Yes, this book is suitable for art history students as it provides insights into the influence of mentally ill artists on modern art.
- Q: Does the book cover specific artists? A: Yes, the book discusses notable psychotic artists such as Adolf Wölfli and Richard Dadd, among others.