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[From: [Harlan, Calvin. Vision & Invention, An Introduction to Art Fundamentals. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, 1986.]

Rhythm - Accented Repetition


Unlike mere sequence, consists of directional movement created by patterns of strong and weak pulsations. The rhythmical configurations of music are of course music itself. The rhythmical configurations of art and architecture, although of great importance, are of a different order. They consist of implied or "frozen" rhythms. Rhythm, instead of being a constituent of time and movement, as in music, is recast and represented all at once. It lies in wait for the eager, attentive observer. It may lie modestly on the surface as embellishment, or it may inform the whole design to a depth that is beyond simple analysis. Its influence is felt by those who have learned to participate imaginatively, intuitively, in great paintings, sculptures, and architectural creations. [p. 24]

[Harlan, Calvin. Vision & Invention, An Introduction to Art Fundamentals. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, 1986.]













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