Wikipedia.com defines 'art history' as "the study of objects of art in their historical development and stylistic contexts, i.e. genre, design, format, and look. This includes the "major" arts of painting, sculpture, and architecture as well as the "minor" arts of ceramics, furniture, and other decorative objects."
Art history is exactly what it sounds like: the history of art. Although, since the meaning "art" is a gray area, it would be safe to say that art history encompasses the history of visual culture....
Art history if you are good at history and Fine art if you can draw. Most people enjoy fine art more.
The definition of art is not different in Germany than anywhere else.
art history of luzon
Leonardo da vinci
Yes, an art history degree is still a background in art, and with the right experience and resume an art history major would qualify for an art director position.
An art history student.
Read defined art as an attempt to create pleasing forms.
FUNCTIONS OF ART1. Art for decoration and ornamentation.2. Art for adornment to indicate social rank.3. Art to inspire faith or enrich worship.4. Art to give insight and a new angle on reality.5. Art for magical power.6. Art to honor and glorify.7. Art to record history.8. Art for the design of functional objects.9. Art to tell stories and illustrate.10. Art to define and show beauty.11. Art as propaganda to sell ideas, feelings, objects.12. Art to define and reflect the current times and culture.13. Art to redefine art.14. Art to express and explore personal feelings and ideas.
The etymology of art is the history of art
History in general, and the history of art
There are many websites devoted to art history. The most popular websites on the topic are Best History Web Sites, Academy of Art University Online and Art History Online.