Mass Society and Its Culture, and Three Essays concerning Etienne Gilson on Bergson, Christian Philosophy, and Art

Exploring the philosophy of art, Etienne Gilson challenges the validity of contemporary artistic reproductions. He delves into the complexities of defining art, questioning the essence of what constitutes true artistic expression. For instance, he distinguishes between original works and their reproductions, such as photographs of paintings or images of sculptures. Gilson's inquiry raises fundamental issues about the nature of art in a modern context, particularly regarding the nuances of recorded music and its relationship to traditional forms of artistic creation.