L'art ochlocratique: salons de 1882 & de 1883
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Language: FrenchPublished:
Authors:
- Barbey d'Aurevilly, J. (Jules)
1808 - 1889
- Péladan, Joséphin
1859 - 1918
About this book
In the late 19th century, as Europe grappled with rapid industrialization and shifting cultural landscapes, Joséphin Péladan's "L'art ochlocratique: salons de 1882 & de 1883" emerges as a profound critique of contemporary art. Péladan articulates his disdain for the era's materialism, advocating for a return to spiritual and aesthetic values that he believes have been lost. With incisive commentary on the role of salons and the influence of public taste, he challenges readers to reconsider the essence of artistic integrity. Ideal for historians and art critics, this document invites exploration of the tension between popular demand and true artistic expression, making it essential reading for anyone invested in the evolution of art and culture.
