PHIL 269 - Philosophy of the Arts:Aesthetics

Institution:

Denison University

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Description:

A seminar consisting of a series of philosophical investigations into the arts (with all the arts of relevance) and not a history of the field. We will be concerned with such items as the role of the art world, the role of art theory, the nature of the art object and how it differs from any non-art artifact, the nature of the creative process, aesthetic experience, art criticism, interpretation and problems of evaluation of art works. Prerequisite: One previous course in Philosophy or consent. (Fall)(4 credits)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.denison.edu

Phone Number:

(740) 587-0810

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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