Learning outcomes

Understand the evolution of ideas about art and beauty in different periods of Western civilization.

Content

This course introduces theories of art and historical aesthetics through the study of concepts related to Beauty, the conception and practice of Art through the writings of the main philosophers, thinkers and artists. The course also addresses some more specific aesthetic issues.

Assessment method

Oral examination with preparation on the texts.

Sources, references and any support material

Marc JIMENEZ, "Qu'est-ce que l'esthétique", Paris, 1997

Language of instruction

Français