He was one of a number of artists of the time who were looking at aesthetics. Check out his 'On the analysis of beauty'. https://collectionapi.metmuseum.org/api

He was one of a number of artists of the time who were looking at aesthetics. Check out his 'On the analysis of beauty'. https://collectionapi.metmuseum.org/api/collection/v1/iiif/365314/777792/main-image https://collectionapi.metmuseum.org/api/collection/v1/iiif/3... Nowadays, the study of aesthetics is the domain of theorists, critics and commentators. Not always to its benefit. Wry smile emoji. Sir. John Soane's house is a national treasure. An amazing use of space.