Single Idea 5933

[catalogued under 21. Aesthetics / A. Aesthetic Experience / 2. Aesthetic Attitude]

Full Idea

Aesthetic enjoyment seems to be a blend of pleasure with insight into the nature of the object that inspires it.

Gist of Idea

Aesthetic enjoyment combines pleasure with insight

Source

W. David Ross (The Right and the Good [1930], §V)

Book Reference

Ross,W.David: 'The Right and the Good' [OUP 1930], p.141


A Reaction

This is persuasive. Concentration seems required for aesthetic pleasure. It probably enhances sensual pleasure, but it doesn't seem essential. Some literature only gives the illusion of insight, and there is no real insight in listening to music.