Abstract
Nicholas de Cusa is a key figure in Renaissance aesthetic and philosophic thinking, and unveiled its fundamental tendencies in his metaphysics. He anticipates some of the characteristics of the modern era, but without completely rejecting medieval intellectualism and universalism. The philosophical conception of Nicholas de Cusa intrinsically includes profound aesthetic reflection. The German cardinal demonstrates great interest in the problems of mimesis, creation, visual perception and variety. A fundamental characteristic of his approach is the use of metaphors related to the plastic arts, the optical sciences and mathematics. The aesthetics of Nicholas de Cusa and the artistic practice and theory of the Renaissance are two components of a common paradigm, and while the objecti- ves of mystic theology and art are different, the means to reach their ends can be similar and mutually enlightening.
Highlights
Nicholas de Cusa is a key figure in Renaissance aesthetic and philosophic thinking, and unveiled its fundamental tendencies in his metaphysics
He anticipates some of the characteristics of the modern era, but without completely rejecting medieval intellectualism and universalism
A fundamental characteristic of his approach is the use of metaphors related to the plastic arts, the optical sciences and mathematics
Summary
Resumen: Nicolás de Cusa representa una figura clave en el pensamiento estético y filosófico del Renacimiento, revelando las principales tendencias del mismo en su metafísica. Anticipó algunos de los rasgos de la época moderna, pero sin rechazar por completo el intelectualismo y el universalismo medievales. La concepción filosófica de Nicolás de Cusa contiene intrínsecamente una profunda reflexión estética. El cardenal alemán muestra un gran interés por los problemas de la creación, la mímesis, la percepción visual y la variedad. La estética de Nicolás de Cusa y la práctica artística y teórica del Renacimiento son componentes de un paradigma común y, aunque los objetivos de la filosofía mística y el arte son diferentes, los medios para sus logros pueden ser similares y mutuamente esclarecedores. Palabras clave: Mímesis, creación, imagen, espejo, arte
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