Polaris (7) Art Wars with A Special Guest Rob Scholte Alexander Wolfheze Links Charles Dailey s Essay https://europeanconservative.com/articles/essay/art-appreciation-is-not-learned/ Rob Scholte s Web Site https://robscholtemuseum.nl Art and Beauty The group discussed Charles Dailey s article on Art and its beholders, focusing on the debate over what constitutes True Art versus modern interpretations. Rob Scholte, A Dutch Artist, praised the Article for highlighting how knowledge about an Artist s background doesn T affect the intrinsic quality of their Work. Charles Dailey emphasized that True Art should be immediately recognizable as Beautiful, without requiring explanation or academic interpretation. Hans Vogel suggested that the rise of Modern Abstract Art could be linked to social class dynamics, noting that the petite bourgeoisie often sought to participate in elite cultural experiences. Alexander Wolfheze argued that there is A “War on Beauty” being waged, with authentic Art and Philosophy, traditionally defined by the pursuit of absolute Beauty and Goodness, being undermined by Modernity. The following discussion touched upon how Contemporary Art often prioritizes novelty over Beauty, with some forms of Art being used more to shock audiences than to create A lasting Artistic effect. The panel also debated the monetization of Art, with Charles Dailey arguing that … Meer lezen over Alexander Wolfheze – Polaris (7) Art Wars with A Special Guest Rob Scholte