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Aesthetica Series Rewrites Art History

publication · 2026-04-23

The new Aesthetica collection, directed by Danièle Cohn, aims to rewrite the history of aesthetics through a contemporary lens. The series focuses on theoretical writings by artists and thinkers such as Rubens, Hubert Damisch, and Konrad Fiedler, including Fiedler's 'On the Origin of Artistic Activity'. The collection seeks to engage with both past and present arts, offering a renewed perspective on aesthetic theory.

Key facts

  • The Aesthetica collection is directed by Danièle Cohn.
  • The series aims to rewrite the history of aesthetics.
  • It focuses on contemporary reflection on past and present arts.
  • Theoretical writings by Rubens are included.
  • Hubert Damisch's works are featured.
  • Konrad Fiedler's 'On the Origin of Artistic Activity' is included.
  • The collection is published by artpress.
  • The article was published on September 1, 2003.

Entities

Artists

  • Rubens
  • Hubert Damisch
  • Konrad Fiedler

Institutions

  • Aesthetica
  • artpress

Sources