Context Flashcards
(11 cards)
What does contextual methodology focus on?
Understanding the meaning of art in its original context
Is the present significance of the work relevant to contextual methodology?
Less relevant
What are the primary concerns of contextual methodology?
Examining the elements, individuals, and circumstances connected to the art’s creation and initial function
What factors may be examined in contextual interpretation?
Variety of factors or a single aspect, such as patronage
What additional contextual elements may be considered in interpretations?
Political aspects and social issues
How does contextual methodology help in understanding art?
Clarifies subject matter, style, and other elements related to the original context
What elements do contextual interpretations take into account?
History, symbolism, and religious practices
What does this methodology include in its analysis?
Careful examinations of the art, extensive visual comparisons, and in-depth research of textual resources
Do experts agree on the meaning of certain texts and visual aspects in contextual methodology?
Experts often disagree
What can trigger new contextual interpretations?
New information
Fill in the blank: Examples of context in art include art and _______.
gender, politics, propaganda, religion
