#HISTORICISM

[anpaintsthemoon]

Natural History Museum, Vienna 2024 / anikareisa

[heritagebrowser]

The Château de Chantilly is a historic French château located in the town of Chantilly, Oise, about 50 kilometres north of Paris. The site comprises two attached buildings: the Petit Château, built around 1560 for Anne de Montmorency, and the Grand Château, which was destroyed during the French Revolution and rebuilt in the 1870s. The château is owned by the Institut de France, which received it from Henri d'Orléans, Duke of Aumale.

The original mansion was destroyed during the French Revolution. It was repaired modestly by Louis Henri II, Prince of Condé, but the entire property was confiscated from the Orléans family between 1853 and 1872, during which interval it was owned by Coutts, an English bank. Chantilly was entirely rebuilt, between 1875 and 1882, by Henri d'Orléans, duc d'Aumale (1822–1897).

The new château met with mixed reviews. Boni de Castellane summed up one line of thought: "What is today styled a marvel is one of the saddest specimens of the architecture of our era — one enters on the second floor and descends to the salons". In 1889, the Chateau was bequeathed to the Institut de France as a price for the Duc d'Aumale's return from political exile.

[alisfelia]

academic art

[philosophicalconservatism]

Do you see history fundamentally moving in a linear or cyclical direction?

The belief that human history is necessarily linear or that it is necessarily cyclical conflicts with the notion of human beings as free will agents who determine their own destiny. So I do not embrace either one. The first belief (historicism) is in my opinion the more dangerous of the two. It is no accident that the ideas of the philosopher GWF Hegel serve as the framework of the most popular system of Socialism in existence: Marxism. The idea of inevitable linear historical progress gives man a passive role in his own story, and with a passive role comes a passive attitude, which is precisely what the authoritarian desires. A society that believes that its destiny is the product of greater forces has no reason to protect or to design its destiny. And when the people do not pilot their own society the state will do so (and not “history”).

The view that history is necessarily cyclical (Nietzsche) is one that I believe is based in despair, and it is once again inconsistent with the idea of human self determination. Now to be clear, I am not claiming that history cannot turn out to be either cyclical or linear, I am saying that it is not necessarily so. I believe that cycles can be broken (even though that can be deeply challenging) and I believe that progress is not inevitable.

[hipstafootprint]

Evening glow · Zurich 2023

[planet-gay-comic]

The Secret Salon

The Late 19th Century: A Time of Change in Art and Culture

The late 19th century was marked by profound cultural, technological, and societal changes. While movements like Historicism, Academicism, and Symbolism dominated the art world, a hidden subculture of LGBT artists also emerged, meeting in private salons and circles to explore their identities.

Historicism and Academicism Historicism focused on reviving past styles such as Gothic and Renaissance. In architecture and painting, historical themes were used to create dramatic or heroic effects. A prominent figure was the Austrian painter Hans Makart, known for his opulent historical paintings.

At the same time, Academicism flourished, supported by the art academies. This movement valued technical perfection and the depiction of idealized bodies. Artists like Jean-Léon Gérôme and William-Adolphe Bouguereau created works influenced by mythological and erotic themes. Sensuality played a central role, particularly in depictions of male and female beauty.

Secret LGBT Gatherings and Artistic Salons While these artistic movements were celebrated publicly, private salons emerged where LGBT artists and intellectuals met. In cities like Paris, Berlin, and Vienna, these gatherings took place behind closed doors, as homosexuality was socially taboo. Such salons provided a safe space for intimate and sensual encounters as well as the exchange of ideas.

Oscar Wilde and Magnus Hirschfeld were well-known figures who used these spaces to freely explore their sexuality and art. These gatherings often became moments of inspiration, celebrating both artistic and social freedom.

Symbolism: Exploring the Mystical and the Sensual Symbolism emerged as a counter-movement to Academicism, seeking new ways to explore the deeper, spiritual aspects of human experience. Artists like Gustave Moreau and Arnold Böcklin focused on allegorical and mystical themes, often incorporating erotic undertones.

Gustav Klimt combined both sensual and mystical elements in works like "The Kiss," creating an artistic fusion of sexuality and transcendence.

Conclusion The late 19th century was a time of change and contradictions: while the art world was dominated by traditional movements like Historicism and Academicism, hidden LGBT artist circles explored new forms of sensuality and artistic expression through intimate gatherings and salons. This era marked a transition into modernity and laid the groundwork for the radical artistic innovations of the 20th century.

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Cathedral of St. Peter in Đakovo

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[inaloriel]

ℑ'𝔩𝔩 𝔰𝔥𝔬𝔴 𝔶𝔬𝔲 𝔞𝔭𝔞𝔯𝔱𝔪𝔢𝔫𝔱 𝔥𝔦𝔰𝔱𝔬𝔯𝔦𝔠𝔦𝔰𝔪🏛️

[the-spirit-of-yore]

Monument  à Christine de Lalaing, Tournai, Province du Hainaut, Belgique

[lindahall]

Giambattista Vico – Scientist of the Day

Giambattista Vico, an Italian philosopher, was born June 23, 1668, in Naples.

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[bastards-utopia]

Servus

Aquarelle painting of a building designed by Teodor Talowksi I did way back in May. Shoutout to climbing walls just to draw what's in front of you haha

It's just a silly little sketch, nothing much

By the way when i went to paint that i didn't bring any pencil so i stepped in random furniture store and borrowed one.

[timesthatneverwere]

Vicente Palmaroli (Spanish) - Escena musical o Juana la Loca en Tordesillas (Ca. 1884-1885). Museo del Prado, Madrid.

[philosophicalconservatism]

"There is no law of progress, and everything will depend on ourselves. "

Karl Popper (1902-1994) British philosopher of science.

[orelsemystery]

nothing like a highly dysfunctional academic department with a somewhat skewed take on trends within the field of literary criticism to make you feel like your entire identity is summed up by your dissertation!! you can read about these poor graduate students in my queer campus mystery novel Or Else at www.orelsemystery.com. one of them has gone missing and (spoiler alert!) another will soon be murdered...

(and the detectives investigating MIGHT be falling in love)

[alisfelia]

academic art

Academic art, a style prevalent in the 19th century, adhered to traditional techniques and subject matter, often depicting historical, mythological, or biblical themes. It emphasized realism, precise draftsmanship, and idealized forms, aiming to elevate the viewer's moral and intellectual sensibilities. Led by institutions like the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, academic art set strict standards, which some saw as stifling creativity. Yet, its influence persisted, shaping the development of art education and laying the groundwork for later movements to rebel against its conventions.

flaming june by frederic leighton