Movie Description

Art, what is it? Why is it?

(1963)

Overview

John Canaday analyzes the place of art among the humanities as an expression of man's attempt to define what it means to be a human being. Mr. Canaday shows how the masterworks of art and architecture have formed a visual history of man's thought, ideals, and most fondly-held beliefs.

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Original TitleArt, what is it? Why is it?

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1963-01-01

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 00h 30m

Production CompaniesEncyclopædia Britannica Films

Genres

  • Documentary