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The Science of Paintings,New
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The beauty, mystery, joy, and inspired observation of the human spirit that paintings evoke result from a complex of intuitive and cognitive choices made by the artist. An understanding of the genesis of these choices can be as elusive as the resulting imagery, but great paintings seem to initiate in us a curiosity about the ideas, methods, and mate als used by their creators. In the twentieth century connoisseurship has been enriched by the application of methods of scientific analysis. The results of these investigations into the physical properties of paintings have shed new light on their authenticity and individual histories as well as on the craft in general. Developments in the fields of physics and chemistry have allowed us to understand still more about how we p ceive and interact with paintings. This book is intended for those both inside and outside the field of art who wish to gain insight into the making of paintings. It is directed toward students, teachers, and scientists in engineering, physics, and chemistry as well as those in art, art history, and art conservation. This book grew out of the interdisciplinary undergraduatelevel course Art, Isotopes, and Ana sis taught at Cornell University by the two authors and supported in l tures and seminars by three of the contributing authors: Dr. Richard Newman, of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston; Dr. Dusan Stulik, of the Getty Conservation Institute; and Prof.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Science of Paintings' about? A: 'The Science of Paintings' explores the intuitive and cognitive choices made by artists and how scientific analysis enhances our understanding of paintings. It examines the interplay of beauty, mystery, and the human spirit in art.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by W. Stanley Taft Jr.
- Q: What topics does this book cover? A: The book covers a range of topics including the materials and methods used in painting, the physical properties of artworks, and insights from physics and chemistry as they relate to art.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in art? A: Yes, the book is designed for both art enthusiasts and professionals, making it accessible for beginners who wish to understand the making of paintings.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Science of Paintings' was published on June 16, 2000.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 247 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book part of an academic course? A: Yes, this book was developed from an interdisciplinary undergraduate-level course taught at Cornell University.
- Q: Who are some contributors to this book? A: Contributors include Dr. Richard Newman from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and Dr. Dusan Stulik from the Getty Conservation Institute.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'The Science of Paintings' is categorized under Criticism.