Islamic Art Studies

Islamic Art Studies

Analysis and Explanation of Hegel's Philosophical System and Its Influence on the Understanding of Romantic Art

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
Ali Shekarkhar 1
Esmaeil Bani Ardalan 2
1 Department of Philosophy of Art, Shahrood Branch, Islamic Azad University, Shahrood, Iran
2 Department of Art Research, University of Arts, Tehran, Iran
10.22034/ias.2025.510106.2412
Abstract
This study analyzes Romantic period art with an emphasis on Hegel’s theory of the end of art. The primary objective is to examine and explain Hegel’s philosophical system and its influence on the understanding of Romantic art. By exploring the tripartite classification of the arts and its connection to truth and spirit, the study seeks to analyze the role of art in advancing human consciousness throughout history. Adopting a descriptive-analytical approach, the research aims to establish a connection between art, religion, and philosophy, elucidating the transition of spirit from the sensible to the intelligible. The findings indicate that in the Romantic era, spirit tends to transcend sensory forms and move toward the intelligible. This process leads to the end of art as an absolute mode of manifestation. Additionally, from Heidegger’s perspective, art never dies and always remains in pursuit of the disclosure of truth. These insights contribute to a deeper understanding of artistic and philosophical transformations throughout human history.
Research Objectives:

Analysis and explanation of Hegel’s theory of the end of art and its connection to Romantic art.
Examination of Hegel’s philosophical system and its impact on the philosophy of art.

Research Questions:

What impact does Hegel’s theory of the end of art have on our understanding of Romantic art?
How can Hegelian logic contribute to the analysis of artistic periods?
Keywords
Hegelian Logic
Philosophy of Art
Hegel&‌rsquo
s Theory of the End of Art
Romantic Art

Subjects

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