Friday, April 27, 2012

Kant Witnesses a Starry Night


I have seen a Starry Night, and I know that it is beautiful. Though my experience is subjective, the beauty of the subject matter is universal. For when I looked upon the painting of the swirling stars and little church, I experience a great pleasure. I do not find the images beautiful simply because I take joy from them, but rather I find pleasure because the Starry Night is filled with beauty. And I know the painting is beautiful because I think not of a practical second use for it, but merely appreciate the aesthetics of the work. Should you be looking for beauty in art, I recommend you too go out and experience a Starry Night.

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