Der Moses des Michelangelo by Sigmund Freud
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"Der Moses des Michelangelo" by Sigmund Freud is a psychoanalytic critique written in the early 20th century. The book explores the complexities of Michelangelo's renowned statue of Moses, focusing on the emotions and psychological underpinnings expressed through this iconic work of art. Freud, a layman in art criticism yet deeply attuned to the psychological dimensions of the artwork, attempts to decipher the statue's impact and meaning. In this analysis, Freud contemplates the
visual representation of Moses, particularly during a critical moment of heightened internal conflict, as traditionally interpreted when Moses witnesses the idolatry of his people. Freud argues against the common interpretations, suggesting that Michelangelo's work represents a deeper psychological state, illustrating the struggle between passion and restraint. He highlights the intricate details of the figure's pose, the positioning of the hands, and how they contribute to understanding Moses's character as a passionate leader facing profound disappointment. Ultimately, Freud suggests that the artwork transcends the historical account, offering insights into the nature of human emotions, conflict, and the resolutions we impose upon ourselves. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Freud, Sigmund, 1856-1939 |
|---|---|
| Title | Der Moses des Michelangelo |
| Credits |
Produced by Jana Srna and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | NB: Fine Arts: Sculpture |
| Subject | Michelangelo Buonarroti, 1475-1564. Moses |
| Subject | Freud, Sigmund, 1856-1939 -- Views on art |
| Subject | Psychoanalysis and art |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 30762 |
| Release Date | Dec 26, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 436 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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