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1	Winslow Homer and aestheticism, 1865-1880 Atkins, Ashley L. January 2009 (has links) Thesis (Ph. D.)--Rutgers University, 2009. / "Graduate Program in Art History." Includes bibliographical references (p. 344-367).
2	Whistler's application of musical terminology to his paintings : the search for a synaesthetic response / Sager, Jo. January 2004 (has links) Thesis (Ph.D.)--Ohio University, November, 2004. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 210-237 )
3	Looking at Dorian Gray like Art : The Mirror, The Portrait, and The Ideal Sepúlveda Garcia, Laia January 2023 (has links) This research delves into the complex themes of perception, art, and self in Oscar Wilde's novel "The Picture of Dorian Gray." Drawing from Wilde's philosophy of "Art for Art's Sake," the study explores the characterization of Dorian Gray through the perspectives of Lord Henry and Basil Hallward. The central question revolves around whether Henry's and Basil's individual understanding of Dorian accurately represents his true nature and how this perception influences the protagonist. To establish the philosophical foundation, Wilde's essays "The Decay of Lying" and "The Critic as Artist" are analyzed, highlighting the concepts of art, critique, and the artist. The symbolic significance of the portrait and mirror is examined, revealing their role in reflecting Dorian's duality and inner conflict but also working as an extention of Henry and Basil as Art Crtitics. By incorporating Ian Watt's theory of apprehension of reality, the paper explores the limitations of Henry and Basil in comprehending Dorian's true self. Dorian is viewed as a semi-art figure, both a work of art and a human being. The research aims to shed light on why Henry and Basil fail to truly see Dorian, ultimately enhancing our understanding of his characterization. Through a methodology encompassing close reading, analysis, and interpretation, this study contributes to existing scholarship by offering new insights into the intricate exploration of self-perception and the interplay between art and life in Wilde's only novel. Oscar Wilde Irish Literature Portrait Mirror Doubled Self Looking At Seeing Perception of the Self Art and Life The Picture of Dorian Gray Characterization Oscar Wilde's philosophy "Art for Art's Sake" Apprehension of reality Semi-art figure Human-like Humanities and the Arts Humaniora och konst
4	A critical analysis of Wole Soyinka as a dramatist, with special reference to his engagement in contemporary issues Lunga, Majahana John Chonsi January 1994 (has links) This dissertation is mainly on Wole Soyinka as a dramatist. It aims to show that Soyinka, far from being an irrelevant artist as some of his fiercest critics have alleged, is a deeply committed writer whose works are characterised by a strong sense of concern with basic human values of right and wrong, good and evil. Furthermore, the dissertation shows that although Soyinka is not an admirer of Marxist aesthetics, he is certainly not in the art-for-art's-sake camp either, I because he is fully aware of the utilitarian value of literature. Soyinka's works are much influenced by his social and historical background, and the dissertation shows that Soyinka's socio-political awareness pervades all these works, although it will be seen that in the later plays there is a sharpened political awareness. Although largely concerned with his own country's issues, Soyinka also emerges as a keen observer of humanity universally / English Studies / M.A. (English) Wole Soyinka Critical analysis Interpretation, Criticism, Critique, Drama Dramatic Dramatist; Engagement Preoccupation Commitment, Engage Committed writer Ideology Contemporary, Colonial Pre-colonial Post-colonial Post-independence Traditional Themes Issues Concerns Art Artist Marxism Marxist aesthetics Art-for-art's-sake literature 828.91409
5	A critical analysis of Wole Soyinka as a dramatist, with special reference to his engagement in contemporary issues Lunga, Majahana John Chonsi January 1994 (has links) This dissertation is mainly on Wole Soyinka as a dramatist. It aims to show that Soyinka, far from being an irrelevant artist as some of his fiercest critics have alleged, is a deeply committed writer whose works are characterised by a strong sense of concern with basic human values of right and wrong, good and evil. Furthermore, the dissertation shows that although Soyinka is not an admirer of Marxist aesthetics, he is certainly not in the art-for-art's-sake camp either, I because he is fully aware of the utilitarian value of literature. Soyinka's works are much influenced by his social and historical background, and the dissertation shows that Soyinka's socio-political awareness pervades all these works, although it will be seen that in the later plays there is a sharpened political awareness. Although largely concerned with his own country's issues, Soyinka also emerges as a keen observer of humanity universally / English Studies / M.A. (English) Wole Soyinka Critical analysis Interpretation, Criticism, Critique, Drama Dramatic Dramatist; Engagement Preoccupation Commitment, Engage Committed writer Ideology Contemporary, Colonial Pre-colonial Post-colonial Post-independence Traditional Themes Issues Concerns Art Artist Marxism Marxist aesthetics Art-for-art's-sake literature 828.91409
6	Adorno on Music and Politics Mariasin, Dalia January 2020 (has links) This study aims to discern and assess Theodor Adorno’s theories on music as an ‘art’ and how it impacts both the political and social landscape of society; more broadly, the purposes of this paper is to identify, and determine the significance of, the relationship between music and politics – that is, whether or not, and how, music can emancipate society from capitalist enslavement. In juxtaposing Adorno’s theories, the opinions of Herbert Marcuse will be discussed as well. As both theorists are considered integral to the creation and development of critical theory of the Frankfurt School, it is only logical to examine their theories and ideologies in detail to determine the role of music as an ‘art’ in the overarching scheme of political scaffolding within which society resides. / Thesis / Master of Arts (MA) Adorno Marcuse art music culture industry modernity Mahler capitalism Schoenberg jazz music emancipation false consciousness bourgeoisie class mass deception false needs 'dark' art mass enslavement class conflict 'autonomous' art pop music swing bands 12-tone scale 'extremes' 'high' art 'low' art modernism mass consciousness propaganda conformity anti-conformity culture liberation commercialization commodification 'commodity fetish' fetish of music technique tonality atonality 'art for art's sake' critical reflection status quo

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