The End of Art Theory

The End of Art Theory, proposed by philosopher Arthur Danto, suggests that art reached a point where it no longer has a single, evolving purpose or direction. With the advent of contemporary art, traditional ideas of beauty or technical skill became less central. Instead, art now often focuses on ideas, concepts, and challenging perceptions. This shift implies that art has "ended" its historical development as a unified movement and instead exists as a broad, open-ended dialogue. Essentially, art no longer aims for a specific "end" or goal but continues to evolve through diverse expressions and meanings.