Art history without theory

Author

Elkins, James

Document type

Article (journal)

Language

English

Source

Critical inquiry. 1988, Num. 2, Vol. 14, p. 354-378

ISSN

0093-1896

Abstract (en)

Examines the relation between theory and "empirical" art history, Gombrich's criticism of a loosely conceived but entrenched "Hegelianism", and the role of positivist and historicist theory in stylistic analysis and periodization. Concludes that art historical practice depends on unstated notions and beliefs of which it cannot accommodate discussion.

Subject (en)

• General works -- Study of art
• Art history
• Theory
• Gombrich, Ernst Hans Josef, b.1909
• Hegel, Georg Wilhelm Friedrich, 1770-1831

Subject (fr)

• Généralités -- Sciences de l'art
• Histoire de l'art
• Théorie
• Hegel, Georg Wilhelm Friedrich, 1770-1831

Origin

DatabaseBHA (Inist-CNRS/GRI)

Identifier19911001-00460508

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