Lecture: Relationship Between Art and Craft

Overview

• The relationship between art and craft has always been complex and evolving.
• Historically, there have been efforts to distinguish between art (fine arts) and craft.
• Differences and similarities between art and craft continue to be a topic of discussion.

Historical Context

• Giorgio Vasari: Distinguished fine arts (painting, sculpture, architecture) from crafts (blacksmiths, shoemakers, printmakers).
• Albrecht Dürer: Argued that printmaking is a fine art, not merely a craft.
• Mark Getling: Changed chapter title from