Philosophy · Ethics & Aesthetics
Which of the following scenarios is most consistent with Iris Murdoch's argument that art acts as a 'moral exemplar'?
- 1An art critic logically deconstructs a painting to determine its historical significance and monetary value.
- 2A person spends a long time studying a detailed, emotionally complex portrait, feeling a deep connection to the subject while forgetting their own ego.✓
- 3An artist creates a painting with the explicit intention of teaching a specific political or moral lesson.
- 4A politician uses a famous painting in a campaign advertisement to convey a sense of authority and national pride.
Correct answer
A person spends a long time studying a detailed, emotionally complex portrait, feeling a deep connection to the subject while forgetting their own ego.
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