Dissertation on the Progress of the Fine Arts by John Robert Scott

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Author Scott, John Robert
Title Dissertation on the Progress of the Fine Arts
Series Title Augustan Reprint Society, publication number 45
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Summary "Dissertation on the Progress of the Fine Arts" by John Robert Scott is an analytical treatise likely written during the late 18th century. This work examines the evolution and cultivation of the fine arts, particularly focusing on sculpture and its relationship with society, arguing that the conditions necessary for major artistic achievements have both historical and cultural roots. Scott scrutinizes the notion of progress in art, raising questions about the societal factors that contribute to the flourishing of creative endeavors. In his dissertation, Scott articulates a critique of contemporary artistic production by referencing the artistic triumphs of ancient Greece and the Italian Renaissance. He argues that these earlier societies fostered environments in which artists thrived due to public support, cultural encouragement, and the celebration of beauty. He posits that modern society, in contrast, lacks the same level of artistic fostering and communal engagement, leading to a perceived decline in the quality of fine arts. Throughout the text, Scott's analysis intertwines historical context with philosophical musings on the nature of art, and he calls for a renewal of support for the arts in contemporary England to achieve similar heights of excellence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class N: Fine Arts
Subject Aesthetics
Subject Art
Subject Arts, Greek
Subject Arts, British
Subject Art patronage -- Greece
Subject Art and society -- Greece
Subject Art patronage -- Great Britain
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EBook-No. 42371
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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