“Kitsch may be conveniently defined as a specifically aesthetic form of lying.”
Quote by Matei Calinescu
Work
Five Faces of Modernity: Modernism, Avant-garde, Decadence, Kitsch, Postmodernism
Analyzing key terms and concepts such as Modernism, Avant-garde, Decadence, Kitsch, and Postmodernism, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the diverse expressions of modernity in the arts and society. more
Author
Matei Calinescu
Matei Calinescu was a scholar in an unknown field. He was born on June 15, 1934, and passed away on June 24, 2009. In his life, there is limited information available about his personal life and career. Regarding his achievements and contributions, there is no specific information available. His impact and evaluation in his field are also not clearly documented. more
You May Also Like
Source: Art and Culture: Critical Essays
“Kitsch is certainly not "bad art," it forms its own closed system.”
Source: Art and Culture: Critical Essays
“I listed to Tchaikovsky. He is both kitsch and profound. I love that lack of "Good taste."”