About the book
Richard Wollheim's classic reflection on art considers central questions regarding expression, representation, style, the significance of the artist's intention and the essentially historical nature of art. Presented in a fresh series livery for the twenty-first century, with a specially commissioned Preface written by Richard Eldridge, illuminating its continuing importance and relevance to philosophical enquiry, Art and its Objects continues to be a perceptive and engaging introduction to the questions and philosophical issues raised by works of art and the part they play in our culture and society. Wollheim's insights into theories of art, criticism, perception and the nature of aesthetic value make this one of the most influential works on aesthetics of the twentieth century.
Editions of Art and its Objects
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781107113800
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781107534414
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Richard Wollheim's classic reflection on art considers central questions regarding expression, representation, style, the significance of the artist's intention and the essentially historical nature of art. Presented in a fresh series livery for the twenty-first century, with a specially commissioned Preface written by Richard Eldridge, illuminating its continuing importance and relevance to philosophical enquiry, Art and its Objects continues to be a perceptive and engaging introduction to the questions and philosophical issues raised by works of art and the part they play in our culture and society. Wollheim's insights into theories of art, criticism, perception and the nature of aesthetic value make this one of the most influential works on aesthetics of the twentieth century.
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What is Art and its Objects about?
Richard Wollheim's classic reflection on art considers central questions regarding expression, representation, style, the significance of the artist's intention and the essentially historical nature of art. Presented in a fresh series livery for the twenty-first century, with a specially commissioned Preface written by Richard Eldridge, illuminating its continuing importance and relevance to philosophical enquiry, Art and its Objects continues to be a perceptive and engaging introduction to the questions and philosophical issues raised by works of art and the part they play in our culture and society. Wollheim's insights into theories of art, criticism, perception and the nature of aesthetic value make this one of the most influential works on aesthetics of the twentieth century.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Art and its Objects?
Philosophy and Religion > Philosophy > Topics in philosophy > Philosophy: aesthetics
Where can I read a sample of Art and its Objects?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781107113800
Is Art and its Objects part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Cambridge Philosophy Classics
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Art and its Objects?
Richard Wollheim
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Art and its Objects is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781107113800) and paperback(ISBN 9781107534414)