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The Postmodern Presence of the Sacred: An Eliadean Reading of Postmodernist Art.

Authors :
Apostolos-Cappadona, Diane
Source :
Art Papers; Nov/Dec86, Vol. 10 Issue 6, p21-23, 3p
Publication Year :
1986

Abstract

The article discusses the depiction of sacredness in postmodern art based on an understanding of the writings of Mircea Eliade, a philosopher and writer. It states that when modern artists depict sanctity in their work, they attempt to replicate old ideas in a current setting. Eliade explained this as an attempt to preserve the past in a current setting, which paves the way for newer forms for the future. The author argues that postmodern art, however, cannot be interpreted in this way because it has neither a unified structure nor philosophy.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
02781441
Volume :
10
Issue :
6
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Art Papers
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
49138873