Who the Hell is Alois Riegl?: And what are his theories all about?

For students, teachers and smart-thinkers, our carefully structured, jargon-free series provides the base knowledge needed to get your head around complicated theories of brilliant intellectuals. Written in an accessible and engaging way, each book takes you through the life and influences of one great thinker, before taking a deep dive into three of their key theories in plain English. Smart thinking made easy!Alois Riegl was one of art history's most original thinkers, reshaping how we understand visual culture across time. This book begins with his life, exploring how key people and events shaped his ideas, before examining his theory of Kunstwollen, or 'artistic will'. We explore Riegl's ideas on artistic intention, what drives creation and how artworks are received, as well as his belief in the active role of the viewer in completing meaning. Written in clear, accessible language, Who the Hell is Alois Riegl? offers readers a deeper understanding of artistic expression and its enduring significance within the broader human experience.

Pagina's: 142, Paperback, Bowden & Brazil