Publisher's Synopsis
The New Industrialism: Industrial Art, The Future School, The Art And Craft Of The Machine is a book written by Oscar Lovell Triggs in 1902. The book is a comprehensive examination of the relationship between industrial art and the machine. Triggs argues that the machine should not be seen as a threat to artistic expression, but rather as a tool that can be used to create beautiful and functional objects.The book is divided into three sections. The first section, Industrial Art, explores the history and development of industrial art, and argues that it should be seen as a legitimate form of artistic expression. Triggs also discusses the role of the artist in industrial society, and how industrial art can be used to enhance the beauty and functionality of everyday objects.The second section, The Future School, looks at the role of education in the development of industrial art. Triggs argues that the traditional art school model is outdated, and that a new approach is needed that focuses on the practical skills needed for industrial art. He also discusses the importance of collaboration between artists and engineers, and the need for a new type of art education that combines technical skills with artistic expression.The third section, The Art And Craft Of The Machine, explores the relationship between the machine and artistic expression. Triggs argues that the machine should be seen as a tool that can be used to create beautiful and functional objects, rather than as a threat to artistic expression. He also discusses the importance of craftsmanship in industrial art, and how the machine can be used to enhance the skills of the craftsman.Overall, The New Industrialism: Industrial Art, The Future School, The Art And Craft Of The Machine is a thought-provoking examination of the relationship between industrial art and the machine. Triggs argues that industrial art should be seen as a legitimate form of artistic expression, and that a new approach to art education is needed to develop the practical skills needed for industrial art. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of art and technology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
