Gotthold Ephraim Lessing, Ellen Frothingham

Laocoon

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Produktbeschreibung

Gotthold Ephraim Lessing's "Laocoon: An essay upon the limits of painting and poetry, with remarks illustrative of various points in the history of ancient art" remains a cornerstone of aesthetics and art criticism. Lessing masterfully explores the boundaries between poetry and the visual arts, using the iconic Laocoön group sculpture as a central point of reference. This influential work delves into the distinctions between how different art forms represent beauty, expression, and narrative. Examining the historical context of ancient art, Lessing's essay provides insightful analysis of artistic principles, particularly concerning the representation of emotion and the depiction of the Agesander sculpture, "Laocoön." His profound observations have shaped the fields of literary theory and art history, prompting enduring discussions about the nature of artistic representation. "Laocoon" is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of aesthetics, the relationship between different artistic mediums, and the foundations of art criticism. This meticulously prepared print edition ensures the enduring relevance of Lessing's timeless work. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 254g
• ISBN-13: 9781023545174
• ISBN-10: 1023545179
• Artikelnr.: 74005804

Autorenporträt

Gotthold Ephraim Lessing was a German philosopher, dramatist, publicist, and art critic whose work shaped the course of German literature during the Enlightenment. Born on January 22, 1729, in Kamenz, Germany, he was the son of Johann Gottfried Lessing and Justine Salome Feller. From an early age, he displayed a keen interest in learning, which eventually led him to study theology and medicine before fully turning to literature and philosophy. Lessing s writings, both creative and theoretical, pushed forward ideas of religious tolerance, intellectual freedom, and the importance of critical inquiry. Among his most influential works are his plays and essays, which challenged rigid dogmas and encouraged open-minded discourse. His admiration for figures like Aristotle, William Shakespeare, Johann Joachim Winckelmann, and Voltaire shaped his intellectual development. Lessing s career spanned roles as a playwright, critic, and philosopher, making him a central figure in the German Enlightenment. He had siblings, including Karl Gotthelf Lessing and Dorothea Salome Lessing, with whom he maintained connections throughout his life. Lessing died on February 15, 1781, in Lower Saxony, Germany, leaving behind a legacy of bold thinking and transformative contributions to art, literature, and philosophy.