02255cam a22003013u 4500 11173 UtSlPG 20260610133252.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 AP Various The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 05, No. 27, January, 1860 : A Magazine of Literature, Art, and Politics Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-02-01 Produced by Joshua Hutchinson, Tonya Allen and PG Distributed Proofreaders "The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 05, No. 27, January, 1860" by Various is a literary magazine published in the mid-19th century known for its exploration of literature, art, and politics. This issue contains a variety of essays and discussions centered around the influence of ancient art on modern artists, focusing specifically on the American sculptor Hiram Powers and the artistic community in Italy. The publication reflects the cultural and societal values of its time, especially as they pertain to art and artistic identity. At the start of this edition, the focus is on the challenges that artists face in aligning their innate artistic impulses with the established standards of art. It begins with a philosophical exploration of the artistic experience, discussing the need for self-possession and a true understanding of one’s artistic identity to pursue high art effectively. The text introduces Hiram Powers, emphasizing his unique position within the art world, where he has faced both admiration and criticism from friends and foes alike. The opening portion illustrates the ongoing struggle artists endure regarding their reputation and artistic aspirations while pondering the deeper meanings behind their creative expressions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified American periodicals https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11173 52620 52620