Unit 1: Embracing the Humanities

Flashcards covering key concepts and vocabulary from Unit 1 of the course on humanities, focusing on definitions, historical context, and functions of the arts.

Humanities

Branches of knowledge that explore human culture, society, and experiences.

Art

The conscious use of skill and creative imagination, especially in producing aesthetic objects.

Major Arts

Significant forms of arts that are aesthetically pleasing and include music, painting, sculpture, and literature.

Minor Arts

Less prominent forms of art that focus on functional design, such as decorative arts and crafts.

Renaissance

Period in history when humanities disciplines were taught in universities to cultivate humanism.

Subjective Approach

The method of understanding humanities through personal feelings, intuition, and insight.

Objective Approach

Method in sciences focusing on measurable, observable, and controllable aspects of the world.

Etymology of Art

Derived from Latin 'ars', meaning skill or ability.

Functions of Art

Art serves personal, social, and physical functions in society.

Personal Function of Art

Art's role in self-expression, control, or aesthetic experience.

Social Function of Art

Art that influences or reflects collective social behavior and identity.

Physical Function of Art

Art that serves practical purposes, such as architecture or functional designs.

Visual Arts

Artworks perceived through sight, including painting and sculpture.

Performing Arts

Art forms that involve movement or performance, such as theater and dance.

Literary Arts

Artistic expressions in written form, including poetry, novels, and drama.

Aesthetic Pleasure

The pleasure derived from beauty and artistic expressions.

Venn Diagram

A visual representation used to compare similarities and differences between groups.

Tolstoy's View on Art

Art unites people through shared feelings and experiences.

Barrios' Classification of Arts

Arts classified by purpose (practical, liberal, fine arts) and by media/forms.

Communication through Art

Art conveys messages and emotions, facilitating understanding between artist and audience.