Art in theory, 1900-2000 : an anthology of changing ideas / edited by Charles Harrison and Paul Wood. - New ed. - xxvii, 1258 pages ; 25 cm.

Previous edition: 1992.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 1188-1211) and index.

These 300 texts provide a vivid introduction to the history of art between 1900 and 2000. Major themes considered include: concepts of genius and originality, modes of landscape painting, the question of Modernity, and the aesthetics of photography. This popular anthology of twentieth-century art theoretical texts has now been expanded to take account of new research, and to include significant contributions to art theory from the 1990s. New edition of this popular anthology of twentieth-century art-theoretical texts. Now updated to include the results of new research, together with significant contributions from the 1990s. Includes writings by critics, philosophers, politicians and literary figures. The editors provide contextual introductions to 340 texts. Complements Art in Theory 1648-1815 and Art in Theory 1815-1900 to create a complete survey of the theories underpinning the development of art in the modern period.

9780631227083 (pbk.) : 19.99 70.00


Art--Philosophy.
Art, Modern--Philosophy.--20th century
Art and Design.
The arts: general issues
History of art
Fine arts: treatments & subjects
20th century, c 1900 to c 1999
Theory of art
Romanticism

N6490 / .A7167 2003

701.180904