The science of beauty, as developed in nature and applied in art by D. R. Hay
"The Science of Beauty, as Developed in Nature and Applied in Art" by D. R. Hay is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This work explores the principles of beauty, drawing on natural phenomena and their application in the arts, particularly through a mathematical lens. Hay posits that beauty is governed by certain universal laws, emphasizing the connection between artistic elements and mathematical harmony. At the start of "The Science
of Beauty," the author outlines his intention to clarify the scientific basis for aesthetic principles, distinguishing between mere imitation of nature and a deeper understanding of beauty's fundamental laws. He critiques contemporary artistic practices that prioritize imitation over the principles of form and proportion derived from nature's harmony. Through a series of discussions, Hays introduces various topics such as the harmonic law of nature and its applications in musical and visual arts, indicating a systematic approach to understanding and applying beauty in art. Hay aims to provide readers with a clear framework to better understand and appreciate the aesthetic value in both natural forms and artistic creations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hay, D. R. (David Ramsay), 1798-1866 |
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| LoC No. | 09011834 |
| Title | The science of beauty, as developed in nature and applied in art |
| Original Publication | Edinburgh: William Blackwood & Sons, 1856. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 48.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Tim Lindell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | N: Fine Arts |
| Subject | Aesthetics |
| Subject | Nature (Aesthetics) |
| Subject | Proportion (Art) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75399 |
| Release Date | Feb 17, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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