Leo Steinberg on Art Historical Misinterpretations
Art historian Leo Steinberg critiques how art literature often generates interpretations autonomous from the images described, leading to false trails that direct viewing should dispel.
Key facts
- Leo Steinberg is an art historian.
- He criticizes art literature for creating autonomous interpretations.
- These interpretations can lead to false trails.
- Direct viewing of artworks should correct misinterpretations.
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- Leo Steinberg