Baudelaire, Le peintre de la vie moderne Flashcards
What are the main themes discussed in Baudelaire’s “Le peintre de la vie moderne”?
The themes include modernity, progress, and the relationship between art and society.
Can you provide a brief summary of Baudelaire’s “Le peintre de la vie moderne”?
“Le peintre de la vie moderne” is an essay advising artists to experiment beyond academic art. It explores the societal changes influencing art, such as the democratization of art through photography. Baudelaire encourages learning from classical masters but departing from classical/neoclassical aesthetics. The attitude towards modernity is positive.
How does Baudelaire suggest artists should respond to the changing society and art in “Le peintre de la vie moderne”?
Baudelaire suggests artists should experiment outside of academic art, embrace the positive aspects of modernity, and learn from classical masters before departing from classical aesthetics.
According to Baudelaire, how has society changed in relation to art?
Society has changed with the democratization of art through photography.
What is the ideal of the “homme du monde” according to Baudelaire in “Le peintre de la vie moderne”?
The “homme du monde” is not restricted by the traditions of classical art. He is someone who actively engages with the modern world. Baudelaire encourages artists to embrace and incorporate elements of contemporary life into their work, moving beyond traditional subject matter.
How does Baudelaire characterize the dandy in the context of modern society?
The dandy is characterized by elegance, disinterestedness, a lack of emotion, and expertise in various domains. Baudelaire notes a decline in the number of true dandys in the world.
What is the significance of the dandy in Baudelaire’s view?
The dandy is a significant figure in Baudelaire’s view as an ideal artist in modern society. Baudelaire associates the dandy with a certain attitude, style, and way of life that embodies the essence of the artist in the rapidly changing and modernizing world.
What qualities does Baudelaire attribute to the dandy in terms of expertise?
The dandy is portrayed as someone who possesses expertise in various domains. Baudelaire values a broad and cultivated knowledge that goes beyond the boundaries of traditional artistic expertise.
How does Baudelaire view the decline in the number of true dandys in the world?
Baudelaire observes a decline in the number of true dandys with a sense of concern. The diminishing presence of these ideal figures in society is seen as a loss, emphasizing the rarity and uniqueness of the dandy’s characteristics.
