MUSEUM OF ART IN ŁÓDŹ: THEORY OF VISION - WŁADYSŁAW STRZEMIŃSKI - ART AND PERCEPTION - EXPANDED EDITION

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of art and perception with the expanded edition of "Theory of Vision" by Władysław Strzemiński. This unique publication, issued by the Museum of Art in Łódź, is not only a collection of lectures, but above all a deep analysis of how human perception of the world has evolved over the centuries. Discover what determines the way we see reality and why the ancient Greeks viewed the world differently than contemporary avant-garde artists.

• Conscious vision: Definition and analysis of conscious vision.
• Historical perspectives: Showing the evolution of human perception of the world over the centuries.
• Key issues of aesthetics: Discussion of issues such as realism and its variable interpretations.
• Critical study: The first critical study of one of the most important theoretical works in the history of Polish modernism.
• Expanded edition: Supplemented with the text "Vision of the Impressionists" and color reproductions.
• Cultural and historical context: Placing the "Theory of Vision" in a broad cultural and historical context.
• Aesthetic reflection: Summary of Strzemiński's artistic activity and aesthetic reflection.

Władysław Strzemiński, one of the most important Polish avant-garde artists, in his "Theory of Vision" theoretically summarizes his artistic activity and aesthetic reflection. His theory assumes that our image of the world is constantly evolving, and the ways in which we look at it change and grow. The decisive influence is exerted by external conditions: historical experience, cultural and social background. In the process of seeing, what the eye mechanically captures is not important, but what a person realizes from his seeing.

Thanks to the analysis of visual stimuli, their generalization and verification, visual awareness is created. The development of vision takes place on two levels as a result of biological evolution and changes in the way humans perceive reality. And that is why in every era there is a perception of reality and artistic practice that is proper to it and different from previous eras. The theory of vision is the result of Strzemiński's long-term reflection and an extraordinary testimony to the theoretical awareness of an artist who has permanently influenced the development of fine arts.

This work teaches you to look at changes in artistic perception over time, explains the relationships between the evolution of society and the changes taking place in art. As prof. Iwona Luba emphasizes, the "Theory of Vision" defines conscious vision and shows its transformations under the influence of various cultural and civilizational factors, while pointing to the reciprocity of influence. The edition, which was published exactly 60 years after its first publication under the scientific editorship of prof. Iwona Luba by the Museum of Art in Łódź, is the first critical study of one of the most important theoretical works in the history of Polish modernism. For the first time, it was supplemented with the text "Vision of the Impressionists" and color reproductions.

The Museum of Art in Łódź, the publisher of this expanded edition, is an institution with a rich history and tradition. For years, it has been promoting Polish and world modern art by organizing exhibitions, conferences and publishing valuable educational materials. By purchasing this book, you support the museum's activities and contribute to the popularization of knowledge about art. "Theory of Vision" is a must-have for every art lover, art history student and all those who want to understand how our perception of the world has changed over the centuries. Discover the fascinating world of art and perception with Władysław Strzemiński and the Museum of Art in Łódź!