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The Art Idea
Sculpture, Painting, And Architecture In America (1865)
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Focusing on the mid-19th century, this book offers a thorough examination of American art, encompassing sculpture, painting, and architecture. Jarves analyzes the influence of European art movements while advocating for a distinct American artistic identity rooted in local landscapes and culture. He emphasizes the societal role of art in uplifting the human spirit and fostering social progress. This work serves as both a historical document and a critical evaluation of the artistic landscape in America, making it a significant contribution to the understanding of art's evolution during this period.
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The Art Idea, James Jackson Jarves
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- 2008
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- Title
- The Art Idea
- Subtitle
- Sculpture, Painting, And Architecture In America (1865)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- James Jackson Jarves
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Released
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 396
- ISBN13
- 9781437136043
- Category
- Art / Culture
- Description
- Focusing on the mid-19th century, this book offers a thorough examination of American art, encompassing sculpture, painting, and architecture. Jarves analyzes the influence of European art movements while advocating for a distinct American artistic identity rooted in local landscapes and culture. He emphasizes the societal role of art in uplifting the human spirit and fostering social progress. This work serves as both a historical document and a critical evaluation of the artistic landscape in America, making it a significant contribution to the understanding of art's evolution during this period.