Mr. Kandel then runs rather too enthusiastically with Gombrich's suggestion that psychology, and hence the appreciation of art, should be understood in biological terms.
Its insights are not self-evident and have to be cultivated in the same way as an appreciation of art, music, or poetry must be developed.
Since we bring ourselves, our culture and our prejudices to our appreciation of art, there are no universal principles or ideals of beauty to which artists must conform.
What's more, Dibbets hopes visitors will leave with an appreciation of how art and society developed hand-in-hand over the last eight centuries.
And even though many citizens shared conventional prejudices about African cultures, the substantial African-American population offered the potential for a radically different appreciation of African art.
"As Chinese become more open to the West, the physical and cultural borders will no doubt break down and create a strong potential for the appreciation of Western art, " Mr. Ching said, adding that Sotheby's wants to help shape and be part of that growth.
"From Tessa, Patrick learned a significant appreciation for the art of craft, of people who are really good at what they do in terms of making, " says Carsen.
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The development of comic-book characters into franchises has occurred alongside the growing appreciation of the comic-book genre as art.
But these more special-occasion outfits instilled in us a respect for clothing, craftsmanship and beauty an appreciation that extended to other aspects of life like art and music and nature.
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He knew technology, but could also sense the whisper of the markets and had a unique appreciation for art.
This is where art comes in: art, even through something apparently simple as the appreciation of beauty, has the power to give people a sense of self worth, a dignity, an understanding of how their lives are worthwhile.
"In addition to a black child owning dolls and other playthings that positively reflect their image, exposure to literature, art and other positive images will aid in the development of a healthy cultural awareness and appreciation, " she says.
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