Cultural Functions of Art:
- The political-social-religious-economic institutions of human cultures have historically
been the major or sole patrons of all art forms and artists within most societies.
- Historically, these have been the exclusive sources of influence, support and inspiration
for different definitions and expressions of art.
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Symbolic Constructions of Art:
- Historical and contemporary realties.
- The spiritual and supernatural.
- The meaning(s) of life, death and eternity.
- Love and sexuality.
- Aesthetic norms and ideals.
- Ethical and moral ideals.
- Social order and power.
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Traditional Art Forms:
- Chanting and song.
- Rhythmic movement and dance.
- Fine arts: drawing-carving-ceramics.
- Rituals and ceremony.
- Body art.
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Contemporary-Convergent Art Forms:
- Computer art.
- Electronic media.
- Commercial art, advertising and political persuasion.
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