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Plaster Casts, Peepshows, and a Play: Lorado Taft's Humanized Art History for America's Schoolchildren.

Authors :
MUSACCHIO, JACQUELINE MARIE
Source :
Journal of Aesthetic Education; Winter2014, Vol. 48 Issue 4, preceding p17-37, 22p
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

The article focuses on American sculptor Lorado Taft who gave lectures throughout his career to educate the public about art. Taft reportedly wanted to make oustanding works of art available to all American children. Other topics include Taft's occupational achievements, educational agenda, and advocacy for alternatives to art exhibition spaces.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00218510
Volume :
48
Issue :
4
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of Aesthetic Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
108447466
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.5406/jaesteduc.48.4.0017