Art Appreciation Reviewer Flashcards

A set of 20 question-and-answer flashcards covering basic concepts, assumptions, criticism steps, functions, and philosophical perspectives in Art Appreciation. Multiple choice please

What is the definition of Humanities according to the reviewer?

Humanities is the study of human society and culture, which also studies human understanding and the essence of being human.

What is Art Appreciation?

It is the knowledge of the general and lasting qualities that classify art, involving analyzing the form of an artwork to improve understanding and enjoyment.

What Latin word is connected with art in the presentation, and what are the seven fine arts identified?

Art is connected with the Latin word "ars", and the seven fine arts are painting, sculpture, architecture, literature, dance, music, and film.

What is meant by the assumption that Art is Universal?

It means every country and generation has art, and art is created and enjoyed by people regardless of origin, time, and place.

Why is art considered not nature according to the reviewer?

Art is a human expression of how people perceive nature, and it involves human participation and interpretation.

What human faculties are involved in the artistic experience?

Art uses the senses, depends on the intellect (the ability to perceive and process knowledge), and may also involve emotions.

What is the key question asked in the Description step of Art Criticism?

The key question is "What do you see?"

What question is asked and what action is taken during the Analysis step of Art Criticism?

The question asked is "How is it organized?", and it involves examining the elements and principles of art and how they work together.

What is the primary question asked in the Interpretation step of Art Criticism?

The primary question is "What does it mean?"

What question is asked during the Judgment step of Art Criticism, and can an artwork be successful if disliked?

The question asked is "Is it successful?", and an artwork can still be considered successful even if a person does not like it.

What does the term telos mean in Aristotle's philosophy and how does it relate to function?

Telos means an end or purpose, and fulfilling a function helps a thing reach its purpose.

What are the three purposes for which art may be created under Personal Functions?

Art may be created for self-expression, entertainment, or therapeutic purposes.

What do Social Functions of art address, and what example of a social condition is mentioned?

Social Functions address collective interests, and poverty is mentioned as an example of a depicted social condition.

What examples are provided for the Physical Functions of art?

Architecture, jewelry-making, and interior design are provided as examples.

For functional objects, can beauty replace performance requirements?

No, for functional objects, beauty cannot replace the requirement that the object perform its function sufficiently.

In which work does Plato discuss artists as imitators, and where are real entities located in his view?

Plato discusses artists as imitators in The Republic, and believed real entities exist in the World of Forms.

Why did Plato view art as potentially dangerous?

He viewed art as potentially dangerous because it could appeal to emotion rather than reason.

How does Aristotle view art differently from Plato regarding its usefulness?

Aristotle considers art as imitation useful for revealing truth, showing possibilities in reality, providing pleasure, and teaching the audience about life.

According to Immanuel Kant, how does a judgment of beauty relate to personal interests?

Kant states that a judgment of beauty is autonomous from specific personal interests.

How does Leo Tolstoy characterize art in relation to emotion?

Tolstoy characterizes art as a language that communicates feelings and emotions that may otherwise be difficult to express to an audience.