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100	1		_aVelde, Henry van de, _d1863-1957
245	1	0	_aAmo
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2009
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2009-01-21
508			_aProduced by Jana Srna
520			_a"Amo" by Henry van de Velde is a philosophical treatise exploring the connection between love, belief, and aesthetics, written during the early 20th century. This book delves into the nature of various art forms, particularly architecture and design, discussing their roles in society and the importance of genuine beauty as understood through love and belief. Van de Velde articulates a vision for a revival of artistic integrity and purpose in the face of a declining aesthetic environment. In "Amo," the author expresses a profound admiration for the beauty found in nature, human bodies, and crafted objects, positioning love as a driving force behind genuine artistic expression. The text critiques contemporary art tendencies that lack sincerity and belief, urging for a return to a design philosophy based on the inherent qualities and purposes of materials. Through poetic language and impassioned arguments, Van de Velde invites readers to recognize beauty as a source of emotion and connection, asserting that true artistry must stem from a loving relationship with the creations and the world around us. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aAesthetics
653			_aArt -- Philosophy
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27859
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